ICT Security Designer: Build Secure Digital Infrastructure

HDR, Inc.; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking an ICT Security Designer to help design electronic security systems, coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, and develop comprehensive construction documents. The role requires designing cabling pathways and staying current with new technologies, with opportunities to support field troubleshooting and project coordination.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and are comfortable working in fast-paced environments with strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Active participation in employee-owned culture is a must.
• Ability to work in high-velocity environment with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• General engineering knowledge of electronic security systems (access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection).
• Design cabling pathways such as conduits or cable tray systems and bonding systems.
• Meet with project clients to evaluate and define needs and ensure requirements are met.
• Create construction documents (SD, DD, CD) showing design intent and specs.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to develop functional requirements and system designs.
• Edit security specifications for specific projects.
• Maintain knowledge of current industry products and research new technologies.
• Assist in troubleshooting when field support is needed.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Engineering knowledge

Coordination

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

RCDD or PSP preferred

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story: ' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

We believe building engineering is more than systems and structures, it’s about powering progress and enabling innovation. As part of HDR’s Building Engineering Services Group, you’ll help design the critical infrastructure that supports the digital age and shapes the spaces where people work, connect, and thrive. From high-performance data centers driving the future of AI to dynamic commercial environments, your work will directly support technological advancement, sustainability, and human experience. We bring together mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil engineering experts to solve complex design challenges with precision, creativity, and collaboration. Whether you're optimizing energy efficiency, integrating resilient systems, or engineering the backbone of next-generation facilities, your contributions will help define the future of the built environment. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead innovation, engineer impact, and build a legacy of excellence.

In the role of ICT Security Designer, we'll count on you to:

General engineering knowledge of electronic security systems (access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection etc.) and operational coordination with commercial hardware.

Showabilityto design cabling pathways such as conduits or cable tray systems as well as proper bonding systems.

Meet with project clients to evaluate,defineand review customer needs/objectives and ensure those requirements aremeetwithin the project design.

Define and develop complete project related construction documents to include all design documents (SD, DD, CD) to show design intent, project specifications andassistwith system related activities within all construction administration (CA) activities.

Coordinate with integrated, multidisciplinary project teams to develop functional requirements, systemdesignsand other project related requirements.

Edit securityspecificationspecifically to the specific project.

Maintain knowledge of current industry product offerings and research new emerging technologies.

Assistin problem resolution and technical troubleshooting when field support is needed.

Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications:

EngineeringBachelor’sdegree,RCDDor PSPis preferred.

Entry level to fiveyears of related work experience.

“Can-Do” and problem-solving mind-set.

Ability to meet deadlines, handle multiple tasks independently, onscheduleand under budget.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written).

Ability to work in a high-velocity environment managing multiple tasks whilemaintainingattention to detail and workmanship quality.

Strong computer skills anda proficiencyorableto work in Bluebeam and Microsoft Office Suite.

Ability to work in Revit, AutoCAD is a bonus.Mustbe able to learn new applications quickly.

Knowledge of engineering drawings and design standards and practices.

Strong desirefor continuous learning and professional education.

Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Preference given to local candidates

• Associate or technical school degree, or combination of education and relevant experience.
• 0-3years of related work experience.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture isa must
• Ability to work in different forms of computersoftwaressuch as Building Information Modeling (BIM); “Revit”,PDF software,Microsoftand Googlesoftwares.

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Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or combination of education and relevant experience
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location

Schedule

Schedule

: Full-time

Employee Status

Employee Status

: Regular

Job Posting

Job Posting

: Sep 10, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employe r.

We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

Ready to learn more? Let's work together to make great thingspossible.

We design solutions to the world's greatest challenges. We'realways looking for great talent to join our global teams.