Senior Systems Integration Engineer - Security Systems

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Senior Systems Integration Engineer - Security Systems will be responsible for the implementation and technical execution of assigned physical security projects, including video surveillance, access control, and alarm technologies. Leveraging strong industry knowledge and hands-on technical expertise, this role works cross-functionally with Program Managers, Installation Teams, and Principle Subject Matter Experts to refine, validate, and deliver high-quality security solutions.

This position requires a strong understanding of physical security system components and integrations to effectively drive projects, support field teams, and resolve complex technical challenges.

Requirements

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee the life cycle of a project, from the initial concepts through development, operation, and retirement.
• Use established best practices, principles and concepts, and management methods to assess and refine system architectures, requirements, interfaces, and technical documentation.
• Develop test plans/procedures and conduct factory acceptance testing.
• Develop and support testing on Access Control Systems, Video Management Systems, IP Cameras, system integrations, APIs, and database management.
• Support testing on physical security and/or Building Automation Systems (BAS).
• Deliver and support developmental training as required.
• Support system integration, verification, validation, and developmental testing.
• Conduct system analysis, troubleshooting, and root cause investigations.
• Maintain configuration baselines and engineering documentation.
• Review system designs, network architectures, and interface documentation.
• Interface with government, industry, and external organizations to support engineering and integration efforts.
• Provide technical recommendations and engineering support to stakeholders.
• Travel to customer and partner facilities as required.

Supervision

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Minimum Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Certificate, Licenses, Education and Experience

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
• Ability to obtain/maintain a Top-Secret clearance. Active Secret clearance is required.
• Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related technical discipline preferred.
• 8 years of experience required; 10 years preferred.
• Experience engineering, integrating, testing, and troubleshooting physical security systems in commercial, government, or manufacturing facilities.
• Experience with Access Control Systems, Video Management Systems, IP Cameras, system integrations, APIs, and database management.
• Experience with physical security and/or Building Automation Systems (BAS).
• Knowledge of ONVIF, OSDP, RTSP, H.264/H.265, RS-485, and Layer 1-3 networking concepts.
• Experience integrating systems with enterprise networks and third-party platforms.
• Experience supporting Department of Defense or Federal programs preferred.
• Experience working in Agile/SCRUM environments preferred.
• NOTE: This position requires residency within commuting distance of Southern Pines, North Carolina
• Travel: Occasional travel expected to be 3 to 5 days a month

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.

Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; varies writing style to meet needs; presents numerical data effectively; able to read and interpret written information.

Ethics - Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and ethically; upholds organizational values.

Planning/Organizing - Prioritize and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources; sets goals and objectives; organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; develops realistic action plans.

Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments.

Reasoning Ability - Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to question activities and issues in all functional areas and make sound decisions based on that data.

Physical Demands - The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

Work Environment - The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee will occasionally work in a temperature-controlled office environment, with frequent exposure to electronic office equipment.

During visits to areas for training operations, may be exposed to extreme cold or hot weather conditions. Is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and loud noise.

Salary Description

$160,000 - $170,000 per year