Consulting Engineer - Phyisical Security

CDW LLC.; Vernon Hills (IL); On-site; USD 78,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus 10%

Benefits overview

Job summary

CDW LLC is seeking Consulting Engineers in the United States to plan, design, implement, and support advanced Physical Security Systems. You will work with client teams, configure surveillance and access controls, and help manage projects end-to-end while coordinating with Account Managers and Partners.

Travel between 25% and 50% is expected. A Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 3+ years or 7+ years IT experience are required. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, computer science, or related technical field and 3 years delivering complex technical solutions; or 7 years IT experience with 3+ years in delivery.
• Minimum 2 years of consulting experience.
• Minimum 2 years related infrastructure/network experience.
• Genetec or Milestone systems engineering experience.
• Experience with programming or analytical work.

Responsibilities

• Consult with clients to plan, design, implement, and support Physical Security Systems.
• Develop and implement network architecture and physical design; analyze existing systems and recommend solutions.
• Set up, configure, and test surveillance, access control, sensors, and integrations.
• Troubleshoot, maintain, and upgrade hardware/software problems.
• Assist in project management per CDW methodology and manage timelines.

Skills

Consulting experience

Network engineering

Communication with clients

Project management

Weekend/off-hours flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree (CS/IT/related)

Tools

Genetec

Milestone

Meraki MV

Verkada

Job description

Description

Job Summary

CDW’s vision is to be the best national provider of Advanced Technology Solutions. We will achieve this reputation by continuing to delight our customers and being the employer of choice for Advanced Technology Solutions. Consulting Engineers at CDW are smart, hard-working Engineers who enjoy teaming with other best and brightest Engineers on highly visible, technically challenging projects and offerings. We are looking for high-caliber, well-rounded professionals who are passionate about emerging technology, projects, and consulting.

What you will do

• Perform client consultation: plan, design, implement, and support Physical Security Systems.
• Develop and implement the technical architecture and physical design of the network: analyze existing Physical Security Systems and recommend solutions.
• Set up, configure, and test Physical Security Systems that include video surveillance, access control, sensors, air quality control, and third-party integrations.
• Troubleshoot, maintain, upgrade, and provide solutions to complex hardware/software problems.
• Assist Account Managers during the sales process by educating the customer about new technologies in the Physical Security space. Identify and communicate potential opportunities for cross-selling to the sales team.
• Assist in the management of projects using CDW's project management methodology. Follow life-cycle-oriented processes and procedures.
• Ensure a stable performance environment for enterprise computer applications.
• Participate in various IT projects intended to continually improve/upgrade converged network solutions.
• Troubleshoot, maintain, upgrade, and provide solutions to complex hardware/software problems.
• Serve as a technical point of contact on customer engagement. Regularly interface with technical and business staff of customers, including the project sponsor and stakeholders of projects in more complex engagements.
• Create and execute test plans to meet project requirements for assigned components.
• Manage time and expenses to meet or exceed expectations defined in the Statement of Work.
• Provide high-quality content deliverables using the appropriate document templates.
• Ensure solution is implemented as designed to the customer’s satisfaction and approval.
• Work with Professional Services Managers, Sellers, Project Managers, Partners, and customers to manage expectations and timelines to ensure expectations and commitments are met.
• Conducts/leads design workshops for complex designs to meet customer, partners, business, and technical objectives.
• Proactively develops plans and activities to avoid problems.
• Educates the customer on solutions as appropriate throughout the life of the project or service life.

What we expect of you

• Bachelor’s degree in business, computer science, a related technical degree and 3 years of experience delivering complex technical solutions including planning, development, implementation, and support, OR 7 years total Information Technology experience, to include 3 years of experience delivering complex technical solutions including planning, development, implementation, and support.
• Minimum of 2 years of consulting experience.
• Minimum of 2 years related experience in infrastructure/network. environments, with some experience in network engineering (hardware and software), network security practices and designing, planning, and implementing LANs and WANs using the latest technology.
• Experience in Genetec or Milestone systems engineering experience.
• Minimum of one year experience in programming or analytical work.
• Ability to work weekends and/or off hours as necessary to meet clients' needs.
• Ability to travel between 25% to 50%
• Ability to effectively communicate with clients.
• Physically able to lift to 30 pounds of equipment.
• Attention to detail on inventory and logistics is important.
• Axis Certified Professional Certification, a plus.
• Genetec Security Center Omnicast and Synergis Certificates, a plus.
• Milestone Certified Integration Technician Certificate, a plus.
• Meraki MV Experience, a plus.
• Verkada Experience, a plus.
• Video Surveillance System Implementation Experience, a plus.
• Access Control System Implementation Experience, a plus.
• Environmental Sensor Implementation Experience, a plus.
• IoT Device Implementation Experience, a plus.

Pay range: $ 77,725 - $ 108265 depending on experience and skill set. Annual bonus target of 10% subject to terms and conditions of plan Benefits overview: https://cdw.benefit-info.com/ Salary ranges may be subject to geographic differentials

CDW is committed to being an AI‑fluent organization

We’re looking for people who bring curiosity, a learner’s mindset, and a willingness to engage with ever-evolving technology and tools. We value adopting AI as a partner, openness to experimentation, and a shared interest in learning together on AI. Our goal is to create a culture where AI enhances—not replaces—human creativity and decision‑making. You don’t need to be an expert today; what matters is your readiness to explore, adapt, and grow with us as we integrate AI responsibly and effectively into our work.

Additionally, CDW is committed to fostering an equitable, transparent, and respectful hiring process for all applicants. During our application process, our goal is to understand your experience, strengths, skills, and qualifications. As an AI forward company, we see AI not just as a tool, but as a catalyst for new ways of thinking, creating, and communicating. We encourage candidates to embrace an AI mindset, one that’s curious, adaptive, and ready to explore what’s possible. We welcome thoughtful use of AI to expand your perspective and elevate how you share your story, while ensuring your application remains rooted in your own background, judgment, and voice.

About Us

CDW is a Fortune 500 technology solutions provider that helps businesses, government, education, and healthcare organizations achieve what’s possible through technology. What makes CDW different isn’t just what we do—it’s how we do it. At CDW we act as one—building trust, speaking candidly, and working together to achieve more. We play to win—focusing on what matters most and delivering for our customers. And we think forward—staying curious, moving fast, and continuously learning.

We believe meaningful work happens when people feel supported, heard, and empowered to contribute. That’s why we think of ourselves as coworkers, not just employees—working together to solve complex challenges and deliver real impact for our customers and communities.

As a full‑stack, full‑lifecycle technology partner, CDW brings deep expertise, strong relationships, and broad industry knowledge to help turn ideas into outcomes. When you join CDW, you become part of a collaborative environment where your work matters, your growth is supported, and your contributions help shape what’s next.

Together, we deliver the full promise of what technology can do. Together, we Make Amazing Happen.

CDW is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by state and local law.