Senior Systems Specialist – Technology

Jobtailor; Wayne (PA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Bala is seeking a senior design professional to lead telecommunications and security system projects in the tri-state area. You will craft design concepts, coordinate with AV teams, and ensure alignment with IT and security standards.

Responsibilities include developing budgets, meeting with clients, and producing deliverables in REVIT and AutoCAD, while maintaining certifications and exploring new offerings for Bala’s vertical markets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant engineering, design or management discipline; ongoing education possible.
• Experienced in technology design for built environments and operations.
• Industry certifications such as BICSI RCDD, OSP, DCDC or similar.

Responsibilities

• Design and document telecommunications systems: structured cabling, equipment rooms, MDF/IDF layouts, pathways.
• Design physical security systems: access control, CCTV, intercoms, intrusion detection.
• Coordinate with Bala’s Audiovisual team and interface with clients at meetings/site visits.
• Develop system concepts, basis-of-design narratives and performance criteria per client standards.
• Prepare system budgets and coordination materials; QA/QC on tech projects.

Skills

People management

Thought leadership

Client interface

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in engineering/design/management

Tools

REVIT

AutoCAD

Job description

Responsibilities

• Design and document telecommunications systems, including:
  • Structured cabling (copper and fiber)
  • Equipment rooms, MDF/IDF layouts, and pathways
  • Backbone and horizontal distribution
  • Carrier demarcation and service provider coordination
• Design physical security systems, including:
  • Electronic access control systems
  • Video surveillance / CCTV systems
  • Intercoms, intrusion detection, and related subsystems
• Coordination with Bala’s Audiovisual team
• Develop system concepts, basis-of-design narratives, and performance criteria aligned with client IT and security standards
• Interface with clients, attend project meetings and site visits
• Develop systems budgets, scope of responsibility documents and other coordination materials
• Provide value across the Bala offices as a technical resource
• Interact with other practice groups on vertical market strategic issues
• Provide QA/QC on Technology related projects
• Assist project managers on design and documentation across all of Bala’s vertical markets (mission critical, hospitality, etc.)
• Assist in the cultivation of tri-state area relationships
• Participate in marketing and business development meetings, attend industry events and act as an external subject matter expert
• Assist with developing tri-state area clientele to increase project sales cycle possibilities
• Assist with generating leads, writing proposals, and participating in interviews and marketing presentations
• Become proficient in the creation of Bala’s technology deliverables including drawing creation in REVIT and AutoCAD
• Continue to maintain current certifications
• Maintain learning opportunities and obtain additional credentials that support Bala’s vertical market goals
• Identify areas to become a subject matter expert and develop alternative service offerings

Requirements

• Industry certifications (BICSI RCDD, OSP, DCDC or similar)
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant engineering, design or management discipline or history of continuing education and certification on technology design for the built environment
• Strong people management skills
• History of thought leadership with formal writing, presentations and/or participation in standards bodies
• Minimum 10 years’ experience technology design or operations