Lead Physical Security Systems Engineer — Hybrid

Battelle Memorial Institute; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Compression schedule (every other Fri.

Hybrid work model

Tuition assistance

401(k) retirement plan with company-m

Paid time off

Wellness benefits

Job summary

Battelle Memorial Institute in Columbus, Ohio seeks a Lead Physical Security Systems Specialist to serve as the technical lead for access control, CCTV, intrusion detection, and related security infrastructure. The role focuses on maintenance, installation, testing, optimization, and reliable operation of security systems.

You will lead security technology projects, coordinate with vendors and internal teams, oversee commissioning, upgrades, and system documentation, and ensure compliance with

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in electronics, information technology, electrical engineering, or building automation, plus 6 years of experience in physical security systems administration, operations, and project management; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience managing enterprise access control, CCTV, alarm monitoring, and integrated security platforms
• Proficient understanding of IP/network communications as they relate to security systems
• Advanced troubleshooting skills across hardware, software, and integrated systems
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance; Sole US Citizenship

Responsibilities

• Lead commissioning and acceptance testing for new installations and upgrades across access control, CCTV, intrusion detection, and integrated security platforms
• Lead small- to medium-sized security technology projects, including developing scopes, schedules, and technical requirements
• Provide technical guidance for security initiatives and facilities construction projects
• Install, configure, program, test, and repair physical security systems and infrastructure
• Monitor system health, performance, and availability; review logs and alarms for security concerns
• Assist with procurement activities and vendor issue resolutions

Skills

Security systems administration

Project management

IP/network fundamentals

Troubleshooting

Security clearance readiness

Education

Associate's degree in electronics / IT / electrical engineering / building automation

Tools

LenelS2 OnGuard

Milestone XProtect

DMP

Hanwha

Axis

ServiceNow

Job description

Battelle Memorial Institute in Columbus, Ohio seeks a Lead Physical Security Systems Specialist to serve as the technical lead for access control, CCTV, intrusion detection, and related security infrastructure. The role focuses on maintenance, installation, testing, optimization, and reliable operation of security systems.

You will lead security technology projects, coordinate with vendors and internal teams, oversee commissioning, upgrades, and system documentation, and ensure compliance with