Accenture

Physical Security Application Support Engineer

Accenture$87K — $293K *
Technical Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years supporting Lenel OnGuard environments
  • 3 years of experience with Lenel OnGuard architecture and administration
  • 3 years of experience with access control systems and physical security
  • Proficient in Windows Server and Microsoft SQL Server
  • 3 years with enterprise-scale or multi-site deployments
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required

Responsibilities

  • Provide engineering and administration support for Lenel OnGuard system
  • Configure cardholder management and system workflows
  • Support system upgrades and platform lifecycle activities
  • Troubleshoot application and hardware issues
  • Coordinate with infrastructure and cybersecurity teams
  • Monitor system health and performance proactively
  • Assist with incident response and root cause analysis

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life and long-term disability coverage
  • 401(k) plan
  • Bonus opportunities
  • Paid holidays and time off
Full Job Description

The Work

Accenture Security is seeking an experienced Lenel OnGuard Engineer / Application Support Consultant to support a large-scale physical security and access control environment for a major power utilities client. This role will be responsible for the engineering, administration, support, and optimization of the Lenel OnGuard platform and associated integrated security systems across enterprise and operational technology (OT) environments.

The ideal candidate will possess strong technical expertise in Lenel OnGuard, physical access control systems, and enterprise application support within highly regulated or critical infrastructure environments.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide engineering, administration, and operational support for the Lenel OnGuard access control and video management platform
  • Configure and maintain cardholder management, badge access, alarms, hardware integrations, and system workflows
  • Support system upgrades, patches, migrations, and platform lifecycle activities
  • Troubleshoot application, server, database, and hardware-related issues across distributed environments
  • Coordinate with infrastructure, network, cybersecurity, and facilities teams to ensure secure and reliable system operations
  • Support integrations with Active Directory, HR systems, video surveillance systems, and third-party security platforms
  • Monitor system health, performance, and availability; proactively identify and remediate issues
  • Develop and maintain technical documentation, SOPs, and operational runbooks
  • Assist with incident response, root cause analysis, and problem management activities
  • Participate in after-hours support, maintenance windows, and on-call rotations as needed
  • Ensure compliance with utility industry security standards, policies, and regulatory requirements
  • Provide end-user and operational support for physical security applications and related technologies

Travel may be required for this role.  The amount of travel will vary from 0 to 100% depending on business need and client requirements.

Here's what you need

  • Minimum of years of experience supporting engineering Lenel OnGuard environments

  • Minimum of 3 years of experience and strong knowledge of:

    • Lenel OnGuard architecture and administration

    • Access control systems and physical security technologies

    • Windows Server administration

    • Microsoft SQL Server

    • Active Directory integration

    • Networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, firewalls, ports)

  • Minimum of 3 years of experience supporting enterprise-scale or multi-site deployments

  • Minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience with system upgrades, troubleshooting, and integrations

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent (minimum 12 years) work experience. (If Associate’s Degree, must have minimum 6 years work experience

Professional Skills Requirements

  • Strong analytical, communication, and documentation skills

  • Ability to work independently in client-facing consulting environments

Bonus points if you have

  • Lenel certification(s) preferred

  • Experience within:

    • Utilities

    • Critical infrastructure

    • Energy sector

    • Industrial or OT environments

  • Familiarity with:

    • Video management systems (VMS)

    • Cybersecurity best practices

    • NERC CIP or other regulated industry standards

    • PACS hardware and controller configurations

  • Experience with scripting or automation is a plus

Compensation at Accenture varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, Accenture provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired as set forth below.
We anticipate this job posting will be posted until 07/18/2026.

Accenture offers a market competitive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability coverage, a 401(k) plan, bonus opportunities, paid holidays, and paid time off. See more information on our benefits here:


Role Location Annual Salary Range
California $94,400 to $293,800
Cleveland $87,400 to $235,000
Colorado $94,400 to $253,800
District of Columbia $100,500 to $270,300
Illinois $87,400 to $253,800
Maine $80,400 to $216,200
Maryland $94,400 to $253,800
Massachusetts $94,400 to $270,300
Minnesota $94,400 to $253,800
New York $87,400 to $293,800
New Jersey $100,500 to $293,800
Virginia $87,400 to $270,300
Washington $100,500 to $270,300

About Accenture

Accenture plc is a multinational professional services company that provides services in strategy, consulting, digital, technology, and operations. The company has more than 537,000 employees serving clients in more than 120 countries. Accenture operates across five business segments: Communications, Media & Technology; Financial Services; Health & Public Service; Products; and Resources. The company is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, and has offices worldwide.
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