Government and Public Sector Physical Access Control (PACS) Engineer

Government and Public Sector Cybersecurity Physical Access Control (PACS) Engineer Senior

From strategy to execution the Government & Public Sector practice (GPS) of Ernst & Young provides a full range of consulting and audit services to help our Federal State Local and Education clients implement new ideas to help achieve their mission outcomes. We deliver real change and measurable results through our diverse high-performing teams quality work at the highest professional standards operational know-how from across our global organization and creative and bold ideas that drive innovation. We enable our government clients to achieve their mission of protecting the nation and serving the people; increasing public safety; improving healthcare for our military veterans and citizens; delivering essential public services; and helping those in need. EY is ready to help our government shape the future with confidence.

The opportunity

We are seeking a highly skilled Physical Access Control (PACS) Engineer to join our PACS security team. The PACS Engineer will provide comprehensive support for the PACS Connector application ensuring seamless integration and operation with HSPD-12/FICAM compliant smart cards card readers middleware and endpoint integration (Windows macOS mobile or virtual environments) across Agency Components. The ideal candidate will have experience with PIV credential security and experience designing installing and maintaining PACS hardware and software as well as developing standards SOPs and installation guides. This role requires both technical expertise and the ability to create enterprise-wide documentation and standards that align with security compliance and operational requirements.

Your key responsibilities

• Credential Management and Testing: Lead/assist with researching troubleshooting PIV Card activation and physical access issues
• Configuration Management: Configure PACS Validation System and Component Users within the PACS Connector application.
• Integration and On-boarding Support: Conduct preplanning meetings to understand network configuration needs (e.g. PACS IP addresses TCP ports). Coordinate with engineering teams to establish connectivity between component PACS systems and a centralized PACS Connector.
• Documentation: Document PACS system architecture and update the System Design Document (SDD) regularly or when changes occur.
• Training and Policy: Develop and contribute to training materials Quick Reference Guides and policy documentation.
• Project Management Support: Participate in the review of project Statements of Work (SOWs) Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCEs) and market research for PACS equipment.
  
  

To qualify for therole you musthave

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Systems Engineering Business or a related field
• Knowledge of FICAM / ICAM frameworks architectures governance and lifecycle management (enrollment issuance maintenance suspension revocation and termination)
• Working knowledge of NIST standards and guidance including NIST SPand 800-53 (IA and CM control families)
• 5-7 years hands-on experience with installation and maintenance of PACS vendor hardware and software solutions (e.g. Lenel CCURE 9000 Identiv HID Honeywell Genetec).
• Experience developing PACS and Security standards SOPs and installation documentation.
• Ability to troubleshoot PIV card issues across card readers middleware certificates and access systems
• Experience supporting logical and physical access control systems (PACS/LACS) integrated with PIV or CAC credentials

Due to the nature of our work in the Government and Public Sector work may be required to be completed at client EY and/or contractor sites. Our goal is to assign professionals to projects within a commutable distance of their work location certain circumstances travel may be required beyond your work location based on client and project needs. Candidates should be willing to travel 20 30% or more.

Ideally youll also have

• Experience supporting federal government systems DHS FEMA or other large-scale enterprise applications
• Experience administering HSPD-12compliant identity credentialing systems within a federal or federally regulated environment
• Hands-on experience managing PIV and/or CAC smart card credentials including card issuance renewal replacement and revocation
• Working knowledge of networking fundamentals (IP addressing VLANs TCP/IP).
• Familiarity with PKI concepts including certificate issuance validation revocation (CRLs/OCSP) and key management

What we look for

Were interested in intellectually curious people with a genuine passion for cybersecurity. With your expertise well turn to you to speak up with innovative ideas that could make a lasting difference not only to us but also to the industry. If you have the confidence in both your presentation and technical abilities to grow into a leading expert here this is the role for you.

At EY youll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are with the global scale support inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And were counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself and a better working world for all.

What we offer

We offer a competitive compensation package where youll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our addition our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage pension and 401(k) plans and a wide range of paid time off options. Under our flexible vacation policy youll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances. Youll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays Winter/Summer breaks Personal/Family Care and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical financial and emotional well-being.

Continuous learning: Youll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
Success as defined by you: Well provide the tools and flexibility so you can make a meaningful impact your way.
Transformative leadership: Well give you the insights coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.