Security Systems Engineer

Hitachi; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary review and progression

Professional development

Health and wellbeing programs

Employee assistance program

Additional annual leave days

Job summary

Hitachi Rail Australia is seeking a Security Systems Engineer to join our Sydney-based team. You will translate system inputs into robust security designs and support deployment of access control, IDS, and CCTV across complex rail infrastructure.

The role covers documentation, procurement support, testing, commissioning, and ongoing technical support, with a focus on integration and design consistency.

Qualifications

• Experience in security systems engineering within complex infrastructure or rail environments.
• Knowledge of Access Control, IDS, CCTV design, deployment, testing, commissioning, and integration.
• Experience producing technical documentation and supporting procurement and delivery activities.
• Understanding of configuration control, testing processes, and commissioning requirements.
• Relevant qualifications or equivalent practical experience in engineering, security systems, information technology, or a related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Translate system inputs into security system designs and implementation arrangements.
• Support specification, configuration, and deployment of access control, IDS, CCTV and related security systems.
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation and design inputs.
• Support procurement and technical evaluation activities for security systems.
• Configure security systems per approved design and standards.
• Support integration with related project systems and Hitachi Rail applications.
• Plan factory and site testing, commissioning, defect resolution, and handover.
• Provide technical support during deployment and early operations.
• Maintain configuration control and design consistency.

Skills

Security systems engineering

Rail/infrastructure experience

System integration

Technical documentation

Procurement support

Education

Engineering qualification or equivalent

Tools

Access Control System

Intrusion Detection System

CCTV design

Security systems deployment

Job description

Location: Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Job ID: R0143168

Date Posted: 2026-09-03

Company Name: HITACHI RAIL STS AUSTRALIA PTY LTD

Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science

Job Schedule: Full time

Remote: No

About Us

A career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting-edge of digital transformation and technology. From the multi-cultural strength of our global organisation to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together, there’s something for everyone to get stuck into. And that’s where you come in.

Job Description

Hitachi Rail is looking for an enthusiastic self-motivated Security Systems Engineer who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate is comfortable performing a wide range of tasks from administrative to strategic. The position is based in Sydney, Australia.

Key responsibilities

• Translating system engineering and product inputs into security system designs and implementation arrangements
• Supporting the specification, configuration, and deployment of Access Control System, Intrusion Detection System, CCTV equipment, and associated security systems infrastructure
• Preparing and maintaining technical documentation, configuration records, and design inputs
• Supporting procurement and technical evaluation activities for security systems equipment and services
• Configuring security systems in accordance with approved design, product standards, and project requirements
• Supporting integration with related project systems, external interfaces, and internal Hitachi Rail business applications
• Planning and supporting factory testing, site testing, commissioning, defect resolution, and handover activities
• Providing technical support during deployment, commissioning, and early operations
• Maintaining configuration control and design consistency across all security systems deliverables

Key skills, knowledge and experience

• Experience in security systems engineering within complex infrastructure or rail environments
• Strong practical knowledge of Access Control System, Intrusion Detection System, CCTV design, configuration, deployment, testing, commissioning, and integration
• Ability to support system integration, interface coordination, and site implementation activities
• Experience producing technical documentation and supporting procurement and delivery activities
• Understanding of configuration control, testing processes, and commissioning requirements
• Relevant qualifications or equivalent practical experience in engineering, security systems, information technology, or a related discipline

At Hitachi Rail, we know that a diverse business is a sustainable business. Working collaboratively with a range of internal networks, we’re continuously improving our policies and products. From accessible, sustainable design to achieving a better gender balance. We base these efforts on our core values: Harmony, Sincerity, and Pioneering spirit. And by aligning with these, we’re able to create a workplace where people not only feel comfortable but are given opportunities to thrive. We’re especially keen to hear from women and people of all genders considering a career in engineering, cybersecurity, and rail technology.

What we offer

• Annual performance, development, and salary review process.
• Ongoing professional development and training.
• Salary continuance.
• Health and Wellbeing initiatives throughout the year (incl. flu vaccinations).
• Employee Assistance Program (employees and family).
• Days off per year sponsored by the company in addition to the statutory public holidays and leave entitlements.
• Invitation to attend and participate in Company sponsored social events throughout the year.

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At Hitachi Rail, there is a place for everyone.

We welcome and value differences in background, age, gender, sexuality, family status, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, and world view.

It is our commitment to create an inclusive environment - we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.