Physical Security System Designer

Kforce Inc; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision insurance

HSA/FSA eligible

401(k)

Life and disability insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Kforce is seeking a Physical Security System Designer for a client in West Palm Beach, FL. You will design, document, and integrate access control, CCTV, intrusion, and perimeter protection, aligning with VLTR standards and regulatory requirements.

The role requires 5+ years in security design, Genetec experience, and strong IP networking knowledge. CAD/BIM (Revit) skills are preferred, with opportunities to work across IT and SOC tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Technology, Security Systems, or equivalent work experience.
• 5+ years in physical security systems design/engineering (access control, video/CCTV, intrusion detection, perimeter protection).
• Fluent in floor plans, hands-on experience with Genetec required, with additional platforms such as Lenel OnGuard, C+CURE, or AMAG (access control) and Milestone or Avigilon (video) a plus.
• Strong understanding of door hardware and the integration of such devices into the physical security systems.
• Strong understanding of IP networking, server infrastructure, and databases/system integrations to support IT and SOC-tool integrations.
• Working knowledge of compliance controls, data center environments, and cybersecurity principles as they relate to physical security systems.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and technical-study skills (cable/voltage-drop, NVR sizing, conduit sizing, camera coverage calculations).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Suite.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills; able to present design information to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Preferred: experience in global/multi-site security environments; familiarity with cloud-hosted or hybrid security platforms; experience supporting 24/7 SOC operations.
• Preferred: CAD/BIM platforms (Revit).
• Preferred certifications: PSP, NICET SSI, manufacturer certifications (Lenel, Genetec, Avigilon, Milestone) or networking/IT certifications (e.g., Network+, CCNA).

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and produce security design sets for access control, video management/CCTV, intrusion detection/alarm, intercom, and perimeter protection systems.
• Develop system architecture, engineering drawings, network diagrams, and technical requirements/specifications; create and review drawing package components.
• Coordinate with architects, general contractors, and integrators; enforce security standards and specifications.
• Verify designs against VLTR standards and regulatory requirements; own design-review gate and sign-off.
• Ensure integration with Physical Security roadmap and IT infrastructure; support API-based integrations and middleware.
• Conduct technical analysis for design decisions (cable distance/voltage-drop, conduit sizing, camera coverage, cost estimation).
• Research and evaluate new technologies; recommend improvements or upgrades for physical security systems.
• Research and resolve issues related to codes, standards, and regulations for physical security systems.
• Support system configuration, testing, commissioning, and acceptance testing; review vendor designs/SOWs.

Skills

Floor plans proficiency

Genetec experience

IP networking (TCP/IP, VLANs, PoE)

CAD/BIM (Revit) knowledge

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/IT/Security Systems

Tools

Genetec

Lenel OnGuard

C-CURE

AMAG

Milestone

Avigilon

Revit

Job description

Responsibilities

Kforce has a client that is seeking a Physical Security System Designer in West Palm Beach, FL. Key Responsibilities:

• Design, deploy, and produce security design sets for access control, video management/CCTV, intrusion detection/alarm, intercom, and perimeter protection systems: device placement on floor plans, coverage analysis, and cabling/conduit and power requirements
• Develop system architecture, engineering drawings, network diagrams, and technical requirements/specifications; Create, edit, review, and proof design and engineering drawing package components - plans, details, diagrams, schedules, and programming matrices
• Author and enforce security standards, specifications; Coordinate with architects, general contractors, and integrators
• Verify designs against VLTR standards, compliance controls, and applicable industry/regulatory requirements; Own the design-review gate and sign-off
• Ensure integration with the existing and planned the Physical Security roadmap on every design; Support integration of physical security platforms with IT infrastructure, identity management systems, and SOC tools, including API-based integrations, databases, and middleware
• Conduct technical analysis supporting design decisions - cable distance/voltage-drop, conduit and cable-fill sizing, camera coverage/pixel-on-target, and systems cost estimation
• Conduct product research, technology evaluation, and ongoing technical education on physical security systems, equipment, and related infrastructure technologies; Recommend improvements or upgrades
• Research and resolve technical issues related to codes, standards, and regulations applicable to physical security systems
• Support system configuration, testing, commissioning, and acceptance testing; Confirm proper function, performance, and compliance against design documentation and applicable standards; Review vendor designs and statements of work (SOWs)

Responsibilities

Kforce has a client that is seeking a Physical Security System Designer in West Palm Beach, FL. Key Responsibilities:

• Design, deploy, and produce security design sets for access control, video management/CCTV, intrusion detection/alarm, intercom, and perimeter protection systems: device placement on floor plans, coverage analysis, and cabling/conduit and power requirements
• Develop system architecture, engineering drawings, network diagrams, and technical requirements/specifications; Create, edit, review, and proof design and engineering drawing package components - plans, details, diagrams, schedules, and programming matrices
• Author and enforce security standards, specifications; Coordinate with architects, general contractors, and integrators
• Verify designs against VLTR standards, compliance controls, and applicable industry/regulatory requirements; Own the design-review gate and sign-off
• Ensure integration with the existing and planned the Physical Security roadmap on every design; Support integration of physical security platforms with IT infrastructure, identity management systems, and SOC tools, including API-based integrations, databases, and middleware
• Conduct technical analysis supporting design decisions - cable distance/voltage-drop, conduit and cable-fill sizing, camera coverage/pixel-on-target, and systems cost estimation
• Conduct product research, technology evaluation, and ongoing technical education on physical security systems, equipment, and related infrastructure technologies; Recommend improvements or upgrades
• Research and resolve technical issues related to codes, standards, and regulations applicable to physical security systems
• Support system configuration, testing, commissioning, and acceptance testing; Confirm proper function, performance, and compliance against design documentation and applicable standards; Review vendor designs and statements of work (SOWs)

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Technology, Security Systems, or equivalent work experience
• 5+ years in physical security systems design/engineering (access control, video/CCTV, intrusion detection, perimeter protection)
• Fluent in floor plans, hands-on experience with Genetec required, with additional platforms such as Lenel OnGuard, C*CURE, or AMAG (access control) and Milestone or Avigilon (video) a plus
• Strong understanding of door hardware and the integration of such devices into the physical security systems (electrified exit devices/trim, strikes, magnetic locks)
• Strong understanding of IP networking (TCP/IP, VLANs, PoE), server infrastructure (Windows/Linux), and databases/system integrations sufficient to support IT and SOC-tool integrations
• Working knowledge of compliance controls, data center environments, and cybersecurity principles as they relate to physical security systems
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and technical-study skills (cable/voltage-drop, NVR sizing, conduit sizing, camera coverage calculations, root-cause analysis)
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office, the Google Suite
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills; comfortable handling sensitive security information and presenting design information to technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Preferred: Experience supporting global or multi-site security environments; familiarity with cloud-hosted or hybrid security platforms; experience supporting 24/7 SOC operations
• Preferred: Experience in CAD/BIM platforms (Revit)
• Preferred certifications: PSP (Physical Security Professional), NICET SSI, manufacturer certifications (Lenel, Genetec, Avigilon, Milestone), or relevant networking/IT certifications (e.g., Network+, CCNA)

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.