Physical Security Systems Engineer — Design & Escalations

Prime Secured; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Prime Secured is seeking a Systems Engineer to design and oversee physical security systems, aligning solutions with customer requirements and field execution. You will coordinate decisions across commissioning, project management, CAD, and installation teams, and serve as Tier 2 escalation for complex design issues, ensuring reliable delivery.

Requirements include 3-7 years in physical security engineering, expertise in access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection, and network

Qualifications

• 3-7 years of experience in physical security engineering.
• Strong understanding of access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection.
• Strong understanding of network protocols and system integration.
• Proven ability to lead system design and technical execution with minimal oversight.
• Genetec Certification (OTC 002 & STC 002).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Must align with company Core Values (Serve; Growth minded).

Responsibilities

• Design system architecture based on customer requirements and site conditions.
• Direct commissioning engineers to ensure installations follow design intent.
• Review documentation and configurations for accuracy; validate deviations and provide guidance.
• Serve as Tier 2 escalation; resolve integration and design issues across teams.
• Collaborate with project managers, CAD, estimating, and field teams to support successful delivery.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Leadership

Tools

Genetec Certification (OTC/STC)

Job description

Prime Secured is seeking a Systems Engineer to design and oversee physical security systems, aligning solutions with customer requirements and field execution. You will coordinate decisions across commissioning, project management, CAD, and installation teams, and serve as Tier 2 escalation for complex design issues, ensuring reliable delivery.

Requirements include 3-7 years in physical security engineering, expertise in access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection, and network