Systems Engineer

Prime Secured; Nebraska; On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Prime Secured is hiring a Systems Engineer in Nebraska to design and implement physical security systems. This role involves ensuring solutions meet technical standards and customer requirements, while overseeing deployment and installation processes.

The ideal candidate will have 3-7 years of experience in physical security engineering and a strong understanding of various security technologies. Core responsibilities include directing teams and resolving technical issues.

Qualifications

• 3-7 years of technical experience in physical security engineering.
• Strong understanding of access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection, and related technologies.
• Proven ability to lead system design and technical execution with minimal oversight.

Responsibilities

• Design system architecture based on customer requirements and site conditions.
• Direct commissioning engineers during deployment; ensure installations follow design intent.
• Serve as Tier 2 escalation; resolve integration and design-related issues.

Skills

Technical experience in physical security engineering

Understanding of access control

Understanding of video surveillance

Understanding of intrusion detection

Network protocols knowledge

System integration understanding

Troubleshooting skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Genetec Certification (OTC 002 & STC 002)

Job description

Description

The Systems Engineer designs and oversees implementation of physical security systems. This role ensures solutions are technically correct, aligned with customer requirements, and executable by field teams. The Systems Engineer coordinates technical decisions across commissioning, project management, CAD, and installation teams and serves as the Tier 2 technical escalation point.

Requirements

Major Roles and Responsibilities

• System Design:
• Develop system architecture based on customer requirements, site conditions, and Prime standards.
• Select appropriate hardware, software, and network configurations; ensure designs are executable.
• Implementation Oversight:
• Direct commissioning engineers during deployment; ensure installations follow design intent.
• Technical Review:
• Review documentation and configuration for accuracy; validate deviations and provide guidance.
• Escalations:
• Serve as Tier 2 escalation; resolve integration and design‑related issues; coordinate fixes across teams.
• Collaboration:
• Work with project managers, CAD, estimating, and field teams to support successful delivery and reduce rework.

Qualifications and Experience

• 3-7 years of technical experience in physical security engineering.
• Strong understanding of access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection, and related technologies.
• Strong understanding of network protocols and system integration.
• Proven ability to lead system design and technical execution with minimal oversight.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Genetec Certification (OTC 002 & STC 002).
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Must demonstrate our Core Values (Serve; Everyone has a story, collect it; Play chess not checkers; Own it; Growth minded).

Additional Notes

• Probationary period of 90 days.
• Individuals with a felony or misdemeanor convictions MAY not be hired.
• Individuals must not have any alcohol or drug‑related convictions or suspensions within the past three years.
• Individual must be able to read and understand instructions in English as well as possess good oral & written communication skills.
• Individual must be able to pass a drug and physical screening as well as background requirements.

Equal Opportunity

Prime Secured is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We participate in E-Verify.