Associate Security Systems Engineer - Access Control & CCTV

Kastle Systems; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Kastle Systems is seeking a Jr. Security Engineer to assist with security design and deployments in the Sterling, VA area. You will work on access control, CCTV, and related equipment while coordinating with installation teams and clients.

The role emphasizes learning, hands-on field work, and growth in electronic security technologies such as ACS and IDS under guidance from senior engineers.

Qualifications

• Engineering or related degree, or equivalent industry experience.
• Experience in design and planning of MEP systems.
• Ability to perform load calculations for power, data, and HVAC.
• Strong organizational and detail-oriented work style.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with MS Office; knowledge of AutoCAD or Revit is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Review architectural electrical security floor plans and drawings.
• Design and implement solutions for system installations and upgrades.
• Support RFI/RFP responses with technical input.
• Create design docs, BOMs, permits, and summaries.
• Learn current electronic security tech including ACS, IDS, CCTV.
• On-the-job training with field teams to understand requirements.

Skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Time management

Problem-solving

Education

Engineering degree

2+ years industry experience

Associate/Bachelor degree in relevant field

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Visio

BlueBeam

Microsoft Project

Excel

Job description

Kastle Systems

Associate Security Systems Engineer - Access Control & CCTV

US-VA-Sterling

Job ID: 2025-4625

# of Openings: 1

Category: Service & Installation

i2G Sterling, VA

Overview

Together, We Enhance Innovation and Growth

i2G specializes in advanced physical electronic security and life safety solutions. I2G has proven experience in surveillance, access control, and intrusion detection systems, biometrics, fence sensors, radars, ground sensors, anti-drone technologies, and more. We excel in design, project management, commissioning, and enterprise technology integrations.

i2G’s mission is to provide the products and services that meet our customers’ needs to give them a vital advantage in today’s market, helping to protect what matters most.

This position will provide engineering design and support for security solutions for new and existing clients while working alongside internal teams, external teams, clients, and subcontractors to ensure project success.

We are looking for a motivated and knowledgeable Jr. Security Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have an understanding of standard Low voltage systems ideally in the Electronic Security technology space, to include Access Control Systems (ACS), Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS), Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV), and supporting equipment such as computer software/hardware, and networking infrastructure. This candidate will excel in critical thinking, have the ambition to learn and grow, and possess a strong desire to perform at the top of their abilities.

Responsibilities

• Review architectural, electrical, telecommunication, and security engineering floor plans, riser drawings, device schedules, and detail drawings.


• Design, develop, and implement solutions for system installations, upgrades, repairs, and conversions.


• Review Field Site Survey documentation and provide technical assistance with RFI/RFP responses.


• Create solution design documentation, including drawings, Bills of Materials (BOMs), permitting packages and solution design summaries.


• Learn and Maintain familiarity with current and emerging electronic security technologies, such as access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection, biometrics, and industry-leading vendors


• On the job Training will be provided to increase skills in all key responsibilities listed above, including hands on field work with installation and integration teams to better understand design and implementation requirements.

Qualifications

• Mechanical, Engineering, Plumbing Engineering degree or a minimum of 2 years of previous experience in the industry.


• An associate or bachelor’s degree in a relevant field if no previous experience, a comparable amount of experience in the appropriate field may be substituted.


• Experience in the design and planning of MEP systems.


• Ability to make load calculations associated with power, data, conduit fill ratios and/or HVAC systems.


• Ability to manage time and multiple tasks without supervision.


• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.


• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.


• Exceptional presentation, writing, verbal, and written customer communication skills.


• Experience with computer programs such as Microsoft Office, Excel, Adobe, etc. is preferred. Knowledge of Microsoft Project, Visio, BlueBeam, AutoCAD, or Revit is a plus.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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