Senior Security Systems Integration Engineer

Applied Research Associates, Inc; Southern Pines (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA) seeks a Senior Systems Integration Engineer for security system projects spanning access control, video management, and alarm technologies. You will lead lifecycle activities, design reviews, and cross‑functional collaboration with PMs, installation teams, and SMEs to deliver high‑quality security solutions.

This role requires U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain Top Secret clearance, with residency within commuting distance of Southern Pines, NC.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related technical discipline.
• 10 years of experience required.
• Experience engineering, integrating, testing, and troubleshooting physical security systems in commercial, government, or manufacturing facilities.
• Experience with Access Control Systems, Video Management Systems, IP Cameras, system integrations, APIs, and database management.
• Experience with physical security and/or Building Automation Systems (BAS).
• Knowledge of ONVIF, OSDP, RTSP, H.264/H.265, RS-485, and Layer 1–3 networking concepts.
• Experience integrating systems with enterprise networks and third-party platforms.
• Experience supporting Department of Defense or Federal programs preferred.
• Experience working in Agile/SCRUM environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the life cycle of a project, from concepts through development, operation, and retirement.
• Refine system architectures, requirements, interfaces, and documentation using Best Practices.
• Develop test plans/procedures and conduct factory acceptance testing.
• Support testing on Access Control, Video Management, IP Cameras, APIs, and databases.
• Support testing on physical security and BAS systems.
• Provide training as required and assist with system integration activities.
• Travel to customer and partner facilities as required.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related technical discipline

Job description

Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA) seeks a Senior Systems Integration Engineer for security system projects spanning access control, video management, and alarm technologies. You will lead lifecycle activities, design reviews, and cross‑functional collaboration with PMs, installation teams, and SMEs to deliver high‑quality security solutions.

This role requires U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain Top Secret clearance, with residency within commuting distance of Southern Pines, NC.