Senior 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

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.