Physical Security Engineer

Cook & Boardman, LLC; Wilmington, Northern (DE, KY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Cook & Boardman, LLC seeks a Physical Security Engineer responsible for high-level configuration and integration of access control and IP/analog surveillance systems. They will serve as an escalation point for installations and troubleshooting and act as a technical advisor to clients.

Essential duties include configuring security systems, programming diagrams, project oversight, and end-user training. The role requires strong knowledge of physical security infrastructure and the ability to

Qualifications

• Certifications in at least three VMS systems.
• Certifications in at least two access control systems.
• Enterprise/advanced-level certification in at least one access control or VMS.
• Two years of experience configuring physical security systems.
• Lead Technician – Physical Security for at least two years.
• Must pass pre-employment background check and drug test.

Responsibilities

• Configuration of physical security and supporting systems at a high level.
• Programming and commissioning line diagrams and as builts.
• Technical oversight of project engineering and configuration tasks.
• Documentation and end user training.
• Serve as a subject matter expert.
• Serve as a technical advisor.
• Serve as an escalation point for troubleshooting.
• Develop and oversee project commissioning and testing.
• Participate as a trainer in A3U and other training programs.
• Perform end-user training.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

VMS certifications

Access control certs

Advanced VMS/AC cert

Security systems configuration

SQL database

Windows Server

Tools

SQL database

Windows Server

Job description

Physical Security Engineer will be responsible for high level configuration and integration of access control and IP/analog surveillance systems. They will also have strong knowledge of all Physical Security systems and will be asked to serve as both an escalation point for installations and troubleshooting and a technical advisor to clients.

Essential Functions

• Configuration of physical security and supporting systems at a high level
• Programming and commissioning line diagrams and as builts.
• Technical oversight of project engineering and configuration tasks
• Documentation and end user training
• Serve as a subject matter expert
• Serve as a technical advisor
• Serve as an escalation point for troubleshooting
• Develop and oversee project commissioning and testing
• Participate as a trainer in A3U and other training programs
• Perform end-user training
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Hold and retain certification in at least three VMS systems
• Hold and retain certification in at least two access control systems
• Hold and retain enterprise/advanced-level certification in at least one access control or VMS’s
• Have a minimum two years of experience configuring physical security systems
• Have served as a Lead Technician – Physical Security (or equal) for a minimum of two years
• Must pass pre-employment background check and drug test

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Have basic knowledge of network fundamentals, SQL database and Windows Server
• Have proficiency in peripheral systems such as visitor management, video intercom, LPR, analytics, gate systems, etc.
• Have mastery of IP camera technology, controller hardware, door hardware and credential technologies
• Have the ability to communicate at a high level with customer IT staff
• Have the ability to work with customer to design system configurations
• function as an engineering resource for the project team on typical physical security projects
• Participate in project commissioning and testing
• Assist in the enforcement of standards related to final documentation
• Possess basic system design and quoting abilities to assist sales when needed