Physical Security Engineer PE
Portland, OR - USA
Job Summary
As a Physical Security Engineer assigned to a local office you will collaborate closely with our security technology this role youll have the opportunity to design and develop security solutions for buildings facilities and sites. Your responsibilities will include leading security design efforts creating schematics schedules plan drawings and specifications; performing calculations for video storage bandwidth usage and power loads; contributing to cross-discipline coordination; and identifying potential conflicts or inconsistencies with architectural civil electrical and instrumentation teams.
In this role it is expected that you will have extensive experience in security technology with an established professional network of industry contacts. Additionally we require a willingness to learn an ability to dedicate yourself to growth in a rapidly evolving technology field and a commitment to join a strong team and help with a wide variety of tasks.
Employment type: Full-Time
Required travel within the US: 1-5%
Heres what youll need
- Education: Bachelors degree in electrical engineering computer science or an equivalent technical/scientific discipline; masters degree preferred.
- Professional Engineering (PE) license is strongly preferred.
- Professional security certifications (CISSP CPP PSP CCNA RCDD etc.) are a plus.
- Experience: 10 years of professional experience in planning designing and commissioning physical security systems; project management experience is a plus.
- Technical Expertise:
- In-depth knowledge of physical security systems including video surveillance access control intercom and intrusion detection systems as well as familiarity with leading manufacturers and technical standards.
- Experience with conducting vulnerability and risk assessments with an understanding of various assessment methodologies.
- Ability to evaluate emerging security technologies and analyze trade-offs such as multi-megapixel cameras to thermal imaging cameras or assessing ground-based radar versus Lidar systems versus other technologies for perimeter intrusion detection applications.
- Strong understanding of network technologies and cybersecurity principles.
- Skills:
- Exceptional problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment and provide/receive constructive feedback.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Tools & Software:
- Proficiency with Microsoft 365 / Office Bluebeam and design collaboration tools.
- Experience with Revit ACC BIM360 AutoCAD and/or MicroStation preferred.
- Thorough knowledge of CSI design and construction specifications
- Experience estimating and scheduling mid-to-large-scale project design effort
- Knowledge of construction cost estimating for security implementation
Ideally youll also have:
- Experience leading projects and managing resources
- Experience mentoring junior staff
- Design Management experience
- Design experience in data centers