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Senior Electronic Security Engineer | Remote
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Job Location:
Charleston, SC - USA
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Posted:
22 September 2026 (2 hours ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
20 December 2026
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Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
Senior Electronic Security Engineer Remote
Cambridge International Systems Inc.
Join a dynamic global team united by shared values: commitment integrity and perseverance. At Cambridge youll work alongside top talent worldwide tackling some of todays most complex and critical challenges in defense and security.
We are currently seeking a Senior Electronic Security Engineer to support our team in a fully remote capacity. This position is contingent on contract award with an expected start date of March 13 2028.
What Youll Do
As a Senior Electronic Security Engineer you will play a critical role in the engineering design integration modernization and sustainment of Electronic Security Systems supporting U.S. government missions. You will represent Cambridge in the delivery of electronic security system engineering products and solutions. You will:
Required Qualifications:
Travel may be required to support customer sites and program requirements including CONUS and OCONUS locations. Some overnight travel may be required.
Physical & Work Environment Requirements
Employment is contingent upon successful background investigation
Alcohol and Drug screening may be required for federal contract compliance
Benefits & Perks
We believe in investing in our teamboth professionally and personally:
Medical dental vision life accident and critical illness insurance
401(k) immediate vesting and match
Paid time off and company holidays
Generous tuition & training support
Relocation assistance
Sign-on and performance-based bonuses
Employee referral program
Access to Tickets at Work EAP wellness initiatives and more
Wellness program
Employee referral program
Access to Tickets at Work EAP wellness initiatives and more
Join Us
If youre driven by mission technology and teamworkwe want to hear from you. Cambridge is growing and this position is just one of many opportunities on our global team. Know someone perfect for the role Referrals are welcomeboth employees and non-employees may qualify for a bonus.
Apply today and help shape the future of secure technology for national security.
About Cambridge International Systems
At Cambridge we believe innovation and agility thrive when people work together. Our culture is built on teamwork collaboration and a commitment to listening learning and bringing out the best ideas in every employee. We empower our people to take on challenges persevere to get the job done and lead with integrity in everything we do.
Our commitment to our employees and workplace culture has been recognized through the DAV Patriot Small Employer of the Year Award in 2026 and the Cigna Healthy Workforce Gold Designation in 2025. These recognitions reflect our ongoing commitment to creating a workplace where employees are valued supported and empowered to do their best work. At Cambridge we are proud to foster an environment where people can grow contribute and make a meaningful impact.Learn more at .
We are an equal opportunity employer. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to any protected status under applicable law or other similar factors that are not job-related. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply for employment. Selected applicants may be subject to a background investigation and/or education verification.
We provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with federal state and local law. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position please contact our Recruiting Team at emailprotected.
Cambridge International Systems Inc.
Join a dynamic global team united by shared values: commitment integrity and perseverance. At Cambridge youll work alongside top talent worldwide tackling some of todays most complex and critical challenges in defense and security.
We are currently seeking a Senior Electronic Security Engineer to support our team in a fully remote capacity. This position is contingent on contract award with an expected start date of March 13 2028.
What Youll Do
As a Senior Electronic Security Engineer you will play a critical role in the engineering design integration modernization and sustainment of Electronic Security Systems supporting U.S. government missions. You will represent Cambridge in the delivery of electronic security system engineering products and solutions. You will:
- Electronic Security Systems (ESS) engineering and design
- Physical Access Control Systems / Access Control Systems (PACS/ACS)
- Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS)
- Video Surveillance Systems / CCTV (VSS/CCTV)
- ESS command-and-control systems
- Data transmission/network infrastructure supporting ESS
- ESS system integration
- Site surveys and system design
- Development and review of engineering drawings and technical packages
- Equipment selection and Bill of Materials development
- Installation oversight
- System testing commissioning and Government acceptance
- ESS modernization and sustainment
- DoD/Army physical security requirements
- Cybersecurity/RMF as applied to ESS OT or facility-related systems
- Support for multiple simultaneous ESS projects
- CONUS and OCONUS installation experience
Required Qualifications:
- Must be proficient in using computers engineering/design tools and other technologies tools and systems pertinent to electronic security system engineering.
- Bachelors degree or higher in Engineering from an accredited university or college.
- Minimum 10 years of experience in Electronic Security Systems.
- Knowledge of DoD/Army physical security requirements and cybersecurity/RMF as applied to ESS OT or facility-related systems.
- Experience supporting system installation testing commissioning Government acceptance modernization and sustainment.
- Experience with ESS integration site surveys engineering drawings technical packages equipment selection and Bill of Materials development.
- Knowledge of PACS/ACS IDS VSS/CCTV ESS command-and-control systems and supporting network infrastructure.
- Strong experience in Electronic Security Systems engineering and design.
- Must have a current and active DoD Secret security clearance.
- U.S. Professional Engineer (PE) certification or Certified Protection Professional (CPP) certification.
- Direct ESS VII or Huntsville ESS-MCX experience.
- Experience with large federal ESS integrators or multi-site/global ESS programs.
- Experience supporting DoD electronic security integration programs.
- Experience supporting Army ESS programs or Army installation physical security programs.
- Experience supporting the USACE Electronic Security Systems Mandatory Center of Expertise (ESS-MCX).
- Experience supporting USACE Huntsville / CEHNC ESS VII ESS VI or earlier USACE ESS vehicles.
Travel may be required to support customer sites and program requirements including CONUS and OCONUS locations. Some overnight travel may be required.
Physical & Work Environment Requirements
- Interaction with others in dynamic environments including situations requiring problem-solving and conflict resolution.
- Ability to manage competing priorities work under deadlines and maintain attention to detail.
- Communication with team members customers and stakeholders through verbal and written methods.
- Occasional extended work hours including evenings or weekends as needed.
- Occasional travel between work locations including customer sites and government installations may be required.
- Work is primarily performed remotely in a home-office or other approved remote work environment.
- Periods of prolonged sitting including desk-based computer work and extended use of computers and engineering/design software.
Employment is contingent upon successful background investigation
Alcohol and Drug screening may be required for federal contract compliance
Benefits & Perks
We believe in investing in our teamboth professionally and personally:
Medical dental vision life accident and critical illness insurance
401(k) immediate vesting and match
Paid time off and company holidays
Generous tuition & training support
Relocation assistance
Sign-on and performance-based bonuses
Employee referral program
Access to Tickets at Work EAP wellness initiatives and more
Wellness program
Employee referral program
Access to Tickets at Work EAP wellness initiatives and more
Join Us
If youre driven by mission technology and teamworkwe want to hear from you. Cambridge is growing and this position is just one of many opportunities on our global team. Know someone perfect for the role Referrals are welcomeboth employees and non-employees may qualify for a bonus.
Apply today and help shape the future of secure technology for national security.
About Cambridge International Systems
At Cambridge we believe innovation and agility thrive when people work together. Our culture is built on teamwork collaboration and a commitment to listening learning and bringing out the best ideas in every employee. We empower our people to take on challenges persevere to get the job done and lead with integrity in everything we do.
Our commitment to our employees and workplace culture has been recognized through the DAV Patriot Small Employer of the Year Award in 2026 and the Cigna Healthy Workforce Gold Designation in 2025. These recognitions reflect our ongoing commitment to creating a workplace where employees are valued supported and empowered to do their best work. At Cambridge we are proud to foster an environment where people can grow contribute and make a meaningful impact.Learn more at .
We are an equal opportunity employer. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to any protected status under applicable law or other similar factors that are not job-related. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply for employment. Selected applicants may be subject to a background investigation and/or education verification.
We provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with federal state and local law. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position please contact our Recruiting Team at emailprotected.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
About Company
For more than 25 years, Cambridge has been fighting bad actors in both the cyber and physical worlds. We have worked in some of the most challenging domains imaginable including critical infrastructure, illicit trafficking, border security, flight mission assurance, banking and threat ... View more
