Senior Security Technology Designer

Senior Technology Security Designer

100% Employee-Owned Big-firm resources local-team relationships ONE IMEG culture

IMEG is hiring a Senior Technology Security Designer in Indianapolis IN to lead the planning design coordination and documentation of electronic security and technology systems for complex building projects. This role focuses on integrated reliable and code-compliant security solutions that connect effectively with the broader building infrastructure.

In this role you will lead security technology design collaborate with architects engineers clients contractors and technology disciplines and help guide projects from programming through construction administration and closeout. You will also support project delivery client communication technical quality mentoring and multidisciplinary coordination across education institutional healthcare federal aviation and other complex facility work.

At a Glance

Location: Midwest IMEG location

Discipline: Technology

Markets: Education; Institutional; MEP

Ownership: 100% employee-owned (ESOP)

Travel: Up to 30%

Work Schedule: Full-time in office/hybrid

Sponsorship: Not available

What Youll Do

Lead the design and development of electronic security systems for new construction renovation and modernization projects including access control video surveillance/CCTV intrusion detection intercom and entry systems visitor management security communications duress/panic alarm systems physical security technology and security operations and monitoring systems.

Develop basis-of-design documents system narratives specifications equipment schedules riser diagrams floor plans details and construction documents.

Perform site assessments and existing-condition evaluations to identify security requirements and system deficiencies.

Collaborate with architects electrical engineers IT/network teams low-voltage consultants and other engineering disciplines to coordinate technology infrastructure.

Establish system requirements based on client operational needs applicable codes standards and industry best practices.

Evaluate security technologies manufacturers and system architectures and provide technically sound recommendations.

Participate in client meetings project programming design reviews project interviews and presentations.

Lead or support project teams through schematic design design development construction documentation bidding and construction administration.

Review contractor submittals shop drawings RFIs and change requests for compliance with design intent.

Perform field observations and assist with system testing commissioning and project closeout.

Mentor junior designers and engineers and provide technical guidance on security system design.

Coordinate project schedules deliverables budgets and technical quality with project managers.

Maintain awareness of emerging security technologies cybersecurity considerations standards and industry trends.

What Youll Bring

Required Education

Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Electrical Electronics Computer or related Engineering Information Technology Computer Science related STEM field Engineering or equivalent required. Security Technology Architecture or related preferred; equivalent professional experience may be considered.

OR

Associates degree or certificate in Building Information Modeling (BIM) or Engineering preferred

Experience

7 years of experience minimum required 8 preferred in the building design consulting industry

OR

11 years of experience minimum required 12 preferred in the building design consulting or construction industry

Required Skills/Abilities

Advanced proficiency in design techniques tools and concepts involved in the production of technical plans and specifications

Advanced proficiency in technical and analytical skills including proficiency of principles relating to electrical voltage and current digital and analog signals basic IT networking topologies and protocols as it relates to electrical low-voltage systems design for buildings

Strong training mentoring and leadership skills

Ability to perform final quality control check in their area of expertise

Ability to sell work and develop client relationships

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

Attention to detail and problem-solving skills

Eagerness to adapt to new challenges

Proficient with MS Office Suite including but not limited to Word Excel and Outlook

Ability to clearly communicate in both oral and written communication to individuals or groups

Must have the ability to travel up to 30% including local domestic and international travel as needed for business purposes which may include overnight stays and/or air travel

Preferred Qualifications

Professional certification such as PSP CPP CTS CTS-D or equivalent.

Demonstrated electronic security design experience including access control video surveillance/CCTV intrusion detection and related security technologies.

Experience developing construction documents and technical specifications for security systems.

Experience with enterprise access control and video management platforms and IP-based security systems.

Understanding of network infrastructure and cybersecurity principles as they relate to electronic security systems.

Experience designing security systems for large or complex facilities including federal healthcare higher education aviation data center or other specialized environments.

Knowledge of physical security assessments and vulnerability/risk assessments.

Familiarity with applicable building codes and standards including NIST ASIS NFPA BICSI SIA and other relevant security guidelines.

Experience with AutoCAD Revit Navisworks Bluebeam BIM coordination or similar design and documentation tools.

Professional engineering registration or other relevant professional registration is a plus.

Core competencies in security system design and engineering technical problem solving construction documentation multidiscipline coordination client relationship management project leadership technical writing and specifications quality assurance/quality control mentoring and team development and emerging security technologies.

About the Team

Our integrated team brings together expertise in security design and consulting healthcare technology and building intelligence integration to provide comprehensive consulting and design support across the AEC industry.

Working collaboratively across multiple market sectors the team helps clients and project teams develop coordinated resilient and technology-enabled environments that enhance safety security operational efficiency user experience and building performance.

By integrating physical security healthcare technology smart building systems data and intelligent infrastructure early in the design process the team delivers holistic solutions that are strategically aligned with each clients operational needs and long-term goals.

Why IMEG

We put people at the center of who we are creating positive outcomes for people communities and our planet.

Employee ownership (ESOP) fully vested at all times with a 3% to 6% company contribution plus year-end profit sharing

IDEA Program: a firm-wide innovation accelerator where employees across every discipline develop and scale new tools from VR and AI to carbon-reduction technology

Dress for Your Day flexibility (wear what fits your day)

Generous time off including 6 paid holidays and 3 additional floating holidays

Medical dental and vision coverage starting day one with preventive care at 100% a $50/month wellness credit and a Calm subscription

MEG our in-house AI platform helps employees find information and build agents that streamline project workflows and calculations

Bring Your Career to IMEG

Apply today to help deliver thoughtful technology solutions that support clients projects and communities.

IMEG an employee-owned corporation is committed to investing in employees futures through professional development programs and opportunities for career advancement. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including generous PTO flexible schedule and assistance with tuition reimbursement. Additionally employees are eligible to enroll in health dental vision and life insurance on their first day of employment.

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