Security Project Engineer (Indianapolis, IN)

RedCloud Consulting; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 108,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

RedCloud Consulting is seeking a Security Project Engineer to serve as the owner’s representative for physical security across multiple data center constructions in the Indianapolis area. You will drive onsite coordination, ensure adherence to security design standards, and liaise with internal teams, GCs, and SIs.

With 7+ years in physical security or construction engineering, you will guide cross-functional teams, review drawings, and manage commissioning and turnover while traveling within

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in physical security systems or construction engineering.
• Strong knowledge of access control, video surveillance, and intrusion detection.
• Experience coordinating cross-functional construction teams.

Responsibilities

• Onsite coordination for physical security across data center projects.
• Lead security kickoff meetings and guide GCs/SIs to approved designs.
• Ensure quality standards and conduct site validation using established checklists.
• Manage issue escalation and maintain project communications.
• Oversee commissioning levels 2–4 and closeout documentation.

Skills

Physical security systems

Construction engineering

Access control

Video surveillance

Intrusion detection

QA/QC experience

Data center experience

Cross-functional coordination

A/E drawings interpretation

Communication skills

Travel readiness

Job description

RedCloud Consulting is a global business and technology consulting firm supporting clients across North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and the Middle East. For more than two decades, RedCloud has partnered with organizations ranging from high-growth mid-market companies to global enterprises, helping them solve complex business and operational challenges—leveraging modern data platforms, artificial intelligence, and secure digital foundations to drive smarter decisions and scalable outcomes.

Location:

Indianapolis, IN Metro Area

Overview

The Security Project Engineer serves as the dedicated owner’s representative for the physical security scope across data center construction projects. This role drives onsite coordination, ensures adherence to security design standards, and acts as the primary liaison between internal stakeholders, General Contractors (GCs), and Security Integrators (SIs). Each engineer will support 3–4 data center projects within a 60 minute drive in a given metro.

This role reports via dotted line to the site data center services team, partners closely with onsite project teams, and aligns with the regional client team for technical guidance.

Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To

Pre-Construction & Strategic Planning

• Develop and plan the security construction program with early engagement to enable smooth execution.
• Review A/E drawings, design standards, and related documents; provide expert guidance to GCs and SIs.
• Lead security kickoff meetings with all project stakeholders.

Onsite Execution & Coordination

• Serve as the primary onsite point of contact for all physical security matters.
• Guide GC’s and SI’s to execute work in alignment with approved security designs.
• Facilitate coordination between security integrators and other trades (electrical, civil, networking, etc.) to resolve conflicts and maintain logical work sequencing.
• Participate in—and when needed, organize—regular onsite project meetings to track progress, address blockers, and report status to construction teams.

Quality Assurance & Compliance

• Provide thorough reporting to the site construction manager to ensure all installations meet quality standards.
• Validate mockups and subsequent field installations against drawings and design standards.
• Conduct comprehensive site validation using the SORT Checklist to determine turnover readiness.

Issue Management & Communication

• Identify and document onsite issues proactively; collaborate with design teams and SME’s to develop improvement plans.
• Act as the central point for escalation of onsite security issues and RFI’s, ensuring timely resolution.

Commissioning & Project Closeout

• Drive Levels 2–4 of the security commissioning process, coordinating with SI’s, third-party commissioning agents, and internal teams.
• Own and manage the security punch list to ensure all deficiencies are corrected prior to system acceptance.
• Oversee the SORT closeout process to ensure complete and accurate documentation and smooth handover to SecOps.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• 7+ years of experience in physical security systems, construction engineering, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection, and related infrastructure.
• Prior experience in QA/QC work in the physical security space strongly preferred.
• Prior experience in data centers and/or other highly regulated environments strongly preferred.
• Experience coordinating cross-functional construction teams.
• Ability to interpret A/E drawings and technical design standards.
• Excellent communication, problem solving, and issue management capabilities.
• Willingness to travel within assigned metro areas.

Compensation range for this position is $108,000 - $120,000/year DOE.

Benefits and bonus information can be found at https://www.redcloudconsulting.com/careers

RedCloud requires employees have the legal ability to work in the country hired during their employment period. During onboarding, proof of eligibility to work in the applicable country will be requested. RedCloud does not provide visa sponsorship.

About Us

Anchored in a foundation of integrity-based consulting, RedCloud brings together senior-level experts who work side by side with client teams to design and implement durable, high-impact solutions. Our approach emphasizes trust, accountability, and long-term value—balancing stability, growth, and innovation to help organizations operate securely and confidently in an increasingly complex global environment.

RedCloud delivers a comprehensive range of services across its core practices: Data & AI, Delivery Excellence, Digital Solutions, Marketing & Sales, Privacy, Security, Data Center and Critical Infrastructure Security, and Strategy & Transformation. As our clients expand globally, so do we—providing consistent, expert support across regions while remaining agile, collaborative, and deeply invested in client success.

Recognized for both performance and culture, RedCloud has been named #1 Best Company to Work For in Washington (Mid-Sized Businesses) by Seattle Business Magazine, a "Fastest Growing Company" multiple times on the Inc. 500/5000 list, and recognized by Consulting Magazine as a Leader in Technology Consulting.

Visit http://www.redcloudconsulting.com/ for more info.