Sr System Engineer, Physical Security

Compensation

Estimated salary range: $120,000 - $140,000. Compensation is based on education, experience, certifications, and other requirements and may fall outside of this range.

• Health/Dental/Vision
• 401(k) match
• Paid Time Off
• STD/LTD/Life Insurance
• Referral Bonuses
• Professional development reimbursement
• Parental leave

Tyto Athene is a trusted leader in IT services and solutions, delivering mission-focused digital transformation that drives measurable success. Our expertise spans four core technology domains—Network Modernization, Hybrid Cloud, Cybersecurity, and Enterprise IT—empowering our clients with cutting-edge solutions tailored to their evolving needs. With over 50 years of experience, Tyto Athene proudly supports Defense, Intelligence, Space, National Security, Civilian, Health, and Public Safety clients across the United States and worldwide.

Tyto Athene is searching for an experienced System Engineer, Physical Security to support one of our DoD programs. This individual will be required to operate in a diverse security environment.

• Design, install, test and support DoD physical security systems including, but not limited to, access control, closed‑circuit television and intrusion detection.
• Three (3) years’ experience working with and validating engineering drawings in accordance with DoD engineering drawings practices.
• Ability to troubleshoot LENEL manufactured security system and access control system equipment and software.
• Provide security engineering support including review and response to technical specifications, scope of work, product selection, surveys with customer interview, design, technical writing and implementation of Electronic Security Systems.
• Evaluate new COTS products, identify form fit function (FFF) replacements for end‑of‑life (EOL) equipment, review maintenance trouble tickets and research solutions.
• Maintain As‑Builts to include inside and outside plant, fiber optic infrastructure, CCTV, IDS, ACS, head end and other related Electronic Security Systems.
• Develop Installation Design Packages (IDP) that are SIPH compliant for Electronic Security Systems such as PACS, IDS/PIDS, VMS, and other related low‑voltage systems for highly sensitive areas such as SCIF.

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical or mechanical engineering and a minimum seven (7) years’ experience; OR a minimum of ten (10) years’ experience if candidate does not have a degree.
• CompTIA Security+ certified.
• LENEL Certified Expert (LCE); can discuss possible upgrade from LCA or LCP.

Active TS/SCI clearance is required. Candidates must have this clearance in order to be considered.

Tyto Athene, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any characteristic protected by applicable law.