Senior Electronic Security Engineer

Ethic Tech, LLC; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Ethic Tech, LLC is seeking a Senior Electronic Security Engineer to design, test, and oversee enterprise physical security and electronic protection systems such as access control, CCTV, and intrusion detection.

The role requires a PE license or CPP certification, 10+ years in related fields, and an active U.S. Government Secret clearance with the ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance. Collaboration with IT for cybersecurity alignment is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (or related field).
• Minimum 10+ years in electronic systems, security engineering, or IT.
• Active PE license or CPP certification required.
• Active U.S. Government Secret clearance with ability to obtain Top Secret.

Responsibilities

• Design engineering plans, schematics for ACS, CCTV, and IDS.
• Oversee factory/site acceptance tests, commissioning, and QC inspections.
• Ensure designs comply with UL 294, UL 1076, NFPA 731, and UFGS.
• Provide mentorship to junior engineers and coordinate CAD operations.
• Coordinate cybersecurity aspects with IT to align security hardware networks and server architecture.

Skills

Security engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, or related

Job description

Position Summary

Ethic Tech, LLC is seeking aSenior Electronic Security Engineer to design, test, and oversee enterprise physical security and electronic protection systems like access control, video surveillance, and intrusion detection.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• System Design: Create engineering plans, schematics, risers, and point lists for Access Control Systems (ACS), Closed-Circuit TV (CCTV) video management, and Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS).
• Integration & Testing: Oversee factory and site acceptance tests, system commissioning, and three-phase quality control inspections.
• Compliance & Standards: Ensure designs comply with industry codes and standards like UL 294, UL 1076, NFPA 731, and Unified Facilities Guide Specifications (UFGS).
• Technical Guidance: Provide mentorship to junior engineers, direct CAD operators, and assist field or help desk personnel with troubleshooting.
• Cybersecurity Coordination: Align physical security hardware networks and server architecture with broader IT and cybersecurity policies.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum 10+ years working in electronic systems, security engineering, or information technology.
• Must have an active Professional Engineer (PE) license or Certified Protection Professional (CPP) certification.
• Requires an active U.S. Government Secret clearance and the ability to obtain a Top Secret security clearance.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Ethic Tech, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

This commitment applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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