Sr. Security Systems Engineer, DC Security Solutions Engineering

Amazon; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a highly skilled Security Systems Engineer to enhance data center security solutions. This role involves designing, configuring, and troubleshooting advanced security systems, including IP surveillance cameras and computer vision technologies. You will collaborate with a diverse team to implement innovative security solutions, ensuring the highest standards of safety and security. If you are passionate about applying cutting-edge technologies in a dynamic environment, this is the perfect opportunity to make a significant impact on data center security operations.

Benefits

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Flexible work hours

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in security systems and hardware development engineering.
• Strong knowledge of IP networking and physical security systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and engineer comprehensive security systems with access control and video surveillance.
• Develop and optimize computer vision solutions and video analytics.

Skills

IP Networking

Computer Vision

Security Systems Integration

Image Processing

Network Architecture

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's degree in relevant field

Tools

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Video Management Software

Job description

Sr. Security Systems Engineer, DC Security Solutions Engineering

Job ID: 2962297 | Amazon Data Services, Inc.

AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we’re the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most challenging problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain — and we’re looking for talented people who want to help.

You’ll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You’ll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. And you’ll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.

Data Center Engineering (DCE)- Security Solutions Engineering team is looking for a highly talented and motivated Security Systems Engineer with expertise in computer vision technologies. In this role, you are responsible for designing, configuring, and troubleshooting advanced security systems, including IP surveillance cameras, computer vision solutions, access control systems, intrusion detection systems, and all other security facing systems as needed. This role requires a blend of technical network expertise, strong computer vision background, and a deep understanding of physical security technology and industry standards.

Scope of work includes complex integrations of security systems involving multiple teams inside and outside the organization. You will be developing and implementing computer vision algorithms for security applications, optimizing camera systems and video analytics for enhanced threat detection. The role also involves security system design and engineering, working with the data center architectural and engineering teams to assure security best practices are observed. You'll be drafting new systems into the design teams build plans and specifications, and coordinating with regional and local physical security leaders to understand the new building and security system designs.

The ideal candidate should have experience with computer vision frameworks, IP camera systems and video management software, as well as applications of advanced image processing in security contexts. Strong knowledge of network infrastructure, security protocols, and physical security systems integration is essential. Familiarity with machine learning techniques as applied to video analytics is a plus. This position offers an exciting opportunity to apply innovative computer vision technologies to enhance data center security solutions while working with state-of-the-art surveillance and access control systems.

Key job responsibilities

1. Design and engineer comprehensive security systems incorporating access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection, and related technologies.
2. Develop and optimize computer vision solutions and video analytics to enhance security system capabilities.
3. Design and configure advanced camera systems, including layout planning, field of view optimization, and integration with video management platforms.
4. Implement image processing algorithms and video analytics tools to improve threat detection and monitoring effectiveness.
5. Collaborate with data center architectural and engineering teams to integrate security requirements into facility designs.
6. Develop technical specifications and build plans for security system implementations.
7. Partner with regional and local physical security leaders to align security solutions with facility requirements.
8. Lead complex system integration projects involving multiple internal and external stakeholders.
9. Evaluate new security technologies and recommend solutions that enhance facility protection.
10. Create detailed technical documentation for security systems and configurations.
11. Troubleshoot and optimize performance of video surveillance and computer vision systems.
12. Provide technical guidance to project teams during implementation phases.
13. Domestic and international travel approximately 25% of the time.

A day in the life

You collaborate with your team to deliver projects. You identify and communicate issues associated with the design, development, and modification of data center technologies and their implementation. You seek to learn the business context and the technologies that make up our global infrastructure architecture. You work effectively with peer engineers and internal partners to understand their needs and identify any opportunities/problems arising from technical decisions. You invent, refine, and develop solutions to ensure they are meeting business needs and team goals. You are a passionate advocate for your customer.

About the team

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

1. Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Physical Security or related technical field.
2. 8+ years of experience in security systems, integration, hardware development engineering or similar role.
3. Strong knowledge of IP networking, including TCP/IP protocols and network architecture related to physical security systems.
4. Demonstrated experience with enterprise security systems (Access Control, Video Management, Intrusion Detection).
5. Proven experience in designing and implementing computer vision solutions for security applications.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. Master's degree in relevant field, particularly with focus on computer vision or image processing.
2. Professional security certifications (PSP, CPP, CISSP).
3. Experience with advanced computer vision frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch) and deep learning applications.
4. Advanced knowledge of camera systems, optics, and imaging sensors.
5. Experience with data center or critical infrastructure security.
6. Experience with neural deep learning methods and machine learning.
7. Knowledge of building management systems and integration protocols.

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