Physical Security Engineer

Physical Security Engineer will be responsible for high level configuration and integration of access control and IP/analog surveillance systems.  They will also have strong knowledge of all Physical Security systems and will be asked to serve as both an escalation point for installations and troubleshooting and a technical advisor to clients. 

Essential Functions

• Configuration of physical security and supporting systems at a high level
• Programming and commissioning line diagrams and as builts.
• Technical oversight of project engineering and configuration tasks
• Documentation and end user training
• Serve as a subject matter expert
• Serve as a technical advisor
• Serve as an escalation point for troubleshooting
• Develop and oversee project commissioning and testing
• Participate as a trainer in A3U and other training programs
• Perform end-user training
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications 

• Hold and retain certification in at least three VMS systems
• Hold and retain certification in at least two access control systems
• Hold and retain enterprise/advanced-level certification in at least one access control or VMS’s
• Have a minimum two years of experience configuring physical security systems
• Have served as a Lead Technician – Physical Security (or equal) for a minimum of two years
• Must pass pre-employment background check and drug test

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Have basic knowledge of network fundamentals, SQL database and Windows Server
• Have proficiency in peripheral systems such as visitor management, video intercom, LPR, analytics, gate systems, etc.
• Have mastery of IP camera technology, controller hardware, door hardware and credential technologies
• Have the ability to communicate at a high level with customer IT staff
• Have the ability to work with customer to design system configurations
• function as an engineering resource for the project team on typical physical security projects
• Participate in project commissioning and testing
• Assist in the enforcement of standards related to final documentation
• Possess basic system design and quoting abilities to assist sales when needed