Physical Security System Engineer

Unlimited Technology, Inc.

Washington (District of Columbia)

On-site

USD 100,000 - 130,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision coverage

Life insurance

401 (k) w/company match

Paid time off

11 Paid Holidays

Job summary

A leading security solutions provider is seeking an experienced Senior Security Systems Engineer in Washington, DC. This role requires a minimum of ten years in security systems design and a relevant bachelor's degree. The engineer will provide expert guidance on troubleshooting and maintenance issues while overseeing design specifications and test setups. Comprehensive benefits include health coverage and a 401(k) match. Join a team focused on collaboration and innovation.

Qualifications

Minimum of ten years of experience in security systems design.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
Certification in security system engineering or equivalent certifications.

Responsibilities

Provides expert guidance on all Security system troubleshooting and maintenance issues.
Researches and resolves design and operational issues.
Prepares designs and specifications for complex equipment.

Skills

Security systems design

Troubleshooting

Research and resolution

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Security system equipment

Test setup techniques

Job description

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Come join our team! At Unlimited Technology, we are committed to our company's core values of Passion, Collaboration, Innovation and Adaptability. With offices throughout the United States, we are a premier cyber and physical security specialty contractor, and we are growing at a rapid pace. We have a wide range of talented and experienced individuals that deliver cutting edge technology solutions to meet our customers’ ever-changing needs. We secure the facilities and networks of the world’s leading brands and critical infrastructure and are recognized leaders in the physical and IT security, cyber, and managed services industries. UT offers a rewarding career, great benefits, and the chance to learn and work with ground-breaking technology and premier clients.

Senior Security Systems Engineer

Provides expert guidance on all Security system troubleshooting and maintenance issues. Has a working knowledge and familiarization with all fielded equipment. Will be required to research and resolve design and operational issues and make decisions in situations where standard engineering methods, procedures, and techniques may not be applicable. Provides advice on unusual or controversial problems or policy matters. May supervise or train and be assisted by lower level technicians, and performs, one or a combination of the following:

Prepares designs and specifications for various complex equipment or systems. Plans approach to solve design problems; conceives and recommends new design techniques; resolves design problems and assures compatibility of design with other parts of the system.
Designs and coordinates test set-ups and experiments to prove or disprove the feasibility of preliminary design; uses untried and untested techniques; and improves the performance of the equipment. May advise equipment users on redesign to solve unique operational deficiencies.
Plans approach and conducts various experiments to develop equipment or systems characterized by difficult performance requirements because of conflicting attributes such as versatility, size, and ease of operation, or unusual combination of techniques or components. Arranges for fabrication of pilot models and determines test procedures and design of special test equipment.

Experience Required:

Minimum of ten years of experience in security systems design

Education Required:

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field

Certifications Required:

Certified System Engineer ICAM PACS (CSEIP) certification, or equivalent
Lenel Certified Associate certification, or equivalent
GENETEC Security Center Omnicast advanced configuration and troubleshooting technical certification, or equivalent

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision coverage
Life insurance
401 (k) w/company match 100% up to 3% and an additional 50% match of 2%
Paid time off
11 Paid Holidays

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, sex, age, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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