Corporate Security Engineering - Lead Engineer Role

BNY Mellon

$100K — $130K *
Technical Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in physical security engineering.
  • 3-5+ years of experience leading engineering teams or managing global/remote teams.
  • Hands-on expertise with Genetec Security solutions at enterprise scale.
  • Experience migrating from legacy PACS/CCTV platforms to Genetec.
  • Strong Windows and Linux server administration skills with scripting proficiency.
  • Solid networking fundamentals: TCP/IP, VLANs, routing, QoS, VPN, firewall concepts.
  • Familiarity with cybersecurity practices and identity/access governance.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and develop a high-performing global engineering team.
  • Manage the end-to-end implementation of Genetec Security Center solutions.
  • Drive the migration from legacy security systems to Genetec.
  • Onboard and implement cutting-edge security technologies like biometrics.
  • Establish KPIs/OKRs and promote continuous improvement.
  • Collaborate with teams across Physical Security, Cybersecurity, and Risk/Compliance.
  • Plan and execute system updates, including managing change records.

Benefits

  • Access to flexible global resources for personal and professional growth.
  • Focus on health and well-being, including generous paid leaves.
  • Paid volunteer time to support community engagement.
  • Strong culture of excellence with a pay-for-performance philosophy.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Corporate Security Engineering - Lead Engineer Role

We9re seeking a future team member for the role of Corporate Security Engineering - Lead Engineer to join our Corporate Engineering team. This role is in New York City. We are seeking an expert Engineer who is also a subject matter expert in Physical Security. You will own the Engineering implementation of the software platforms that power our Physical Security business partners globally, with a primary focus on operating, engineering, and migrating to Genetec solutions for Access Control and CCTV. You will also work with non-Genetec solutions that serve the needs of BNY9s Corporate Security team globally. This role can be in Pittsburgh, PA or Lake Mary, FL (4 days in-office expected).
  • In this role, you9ll make an impact in the following ways:
  • Lead and grow a high-performing global team of engineers responsible for designing, deploying, and operating physical security platforms (access control and video).
  • Provide end-to-end system management for our global Genetec Security Center (Access Control / Video) installation.
    • Drive the migration to Genetec from legacy systems (e.g., C-CURE, Victor), including architecture, cutover planning, device onboarding, integrations, data/credential migrations, and stakeholder communications.
    • Plan and execute system updates, firmware upgrades, and patches; validate rollback plans and change records.
    • Support break/fix and incident management across the Physical Security application space.
  • Onboard and implement emerging technology solutions such as biometrics and video analytics offerings.
  • Establish and report on KPIs/OKRs (uptime, MTTR, change success rate, SLA adherence, backlog throughput) and drive continuous improvement.
  • Partner closely with Physical Security operations, Network/Cloud Engineering, Cybersecurity, Risk/Compliance, and Facilities/Real Estate to align platform capabilities with business needs and controls.
  • To be successful in this role, we9re seeking the following:
  • 5+ years of experience in physical security engineering, with 3-5+ years leading engineering teams or managing a global/remote team.
  • Hands-on expertise with Genetec Security solutions, including architecture/design, configuration, device onboarding, and operations at enterprise scale.
  • Experience migrating from legacy PACS/CCTV platforms (e.g., Software House Cb7 CURE 9000, Victor Video) to Genetec, including cutover strategies and stakeholder coordination.
  • Strong Windows and Linux server administration skills; proficiency with SQL, PowerShell, and at least one additional scripting language (e.g., Python) for automation and API integrations.
  • Solid networking fundamentals: TCP/IP, VLANs, routing, multicast/unicast, QoS, VPN, and firewall concepts; experience collaborating with network teams to design resilient architectures.
  • Familiarity with cybersecurity practices, vulnerability management, identity/access governance, and logging/SIEM integrations; ability to partner effectively with Cyber and Risk/Compliance.
  • Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills; comfortable driving outcomes across business and technology partners.

Our Benefits and Rewards:

BNY offers highly competitive compensation, benefits, and wellbeing programs rooted in a strong culture of excellence and our pay-for-performance philosophy. We provide access to flexible global resources and tools for your life9s journey. Focus on your health, foster your personal resilience, and reach your financial goals as a valued member of our team, along with generous paid leaves, including paid volunteer time, that can support you and your family through moments that matter.

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