Security Alarm Engineer

This hands-on field engineering role handles the engineering programming and commissioning of enterprise ACS VMS and supporting network infrastructure. We are looking for candidates with experience and manufacturer certifications on Lenel Genetec and Software House platforms. You will serve as a go-to technical resource for project managers field supervisors and technicians. Travel is up to 50% including overnight and out-of-state assignments.

Key Responsibilities

• Engineer program configure test and commission enterprise access control and video surveillance systems including LenelS2 OnGuard Genetec Security Center and Synergis and Software House CCURE 9000
• Configure and troubleshoot intelligent controllers panels I/O modules readers and electronic locking hardware
• Set up and support IP cameras recording servers video management software and network connectivity
• Diagnose complex issues involving network communications power distribution relay logic wiring and device performance
• Read construction drawings wiring and network diagrams specifications and manufacturer documentation
• Perform functional testing quality checks and field inspections to confirm systems meet project requirements and applicable codes
• Document system configurations programming changes test results and as-built conditions
• Support customer demonstrations acceptance testing operator training and project turnover
• Coordinate with project teams general contractors subcontractors and customer IT departments
• Mentor junior engineers and technicians and support service teams on escalated technical issues

Required Qualifications

• 4 years of hands-on low voltage experience preferably in enterprise physical security
• Demonstrated experience in engineering programming and commissioning enterprise security systems
• Proven experience deploying both enterprise ACS and VMS platforms in large-scale or multi-site environments including server and application configuration integration and troubleshooting
• Strong knowledge of access control hardware intelligent controllers reader communications relay logic and electronic locks
• Working knowledge of TCP/IP addressing VLANs PoE and network troubleshooting
• Understanding of copper and fiber structured cabling including termination labeling and testing standards
• Experience using multimeters network testers and cable certification testers
• Ability to solve complex field problems independently and explain technical issues clearly
• Valid drivers license
• Ability to travel up to 50% work overtime evenings and weekends as needed and participate in on-call support for 24/7 customer agreements
• Ability to climb ladders and work on construction sites and in equipment environments for extended periods with or without reasonable accommodation

Strongly Preferred Certifications

• LenelS2 OnGuard
• Genetec Security Center and Synergis
• Software House CCURE 9000

Additional Preferred Qualifications

• Milestone XProtect certification
• Experience with Feenics Avigilon Alta Open Brivo Mercury hardware Avigilon Control Center Avigilon Unity Video Eagle Eye Axis or Hanwha Vision
• BICSI certification or training
• Experience in data centers industrial facilities distribution centers or other enterprise environments

Benefits and Compensation

• Pay: $40 to $50 per hour based on experience and certifications
• Medical (HSA and PPO) dental and vision
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with matching
• Paid vacation sick time and holidays
• Transportation benefits and employee training program

Why Work With Us

• Work on large-scale enterprise security projects across multiple sites
• Own the technical work from programming through commissioning and customer turnover
• Build your skills through technical training and manufacturer certification programs
• Help improve the testing procedures and quality standards used in the field