Physical Security Engineer; Data Centers

Physical Security Engineer (Data Centers)

Base pay range: $/yr – $/yr

• Preliminary assessments.
• Concept creation.
• Leading designs with support from peers, SME’s and BIM designers.
• Internal and external problem resolution.
• Drawing and specification production.
• Customer and vendor accessibility.
• Design security solutions for buildings, facilities, and data‑center sites.
• Create schematics, schedules, and plan drawings.
• Perform calculations for video storage, bandwidth usage, and power loads.
• Coordinate cross‑discipline activities and identify potential conflicts or inconsistencies with architectural, civil, electrical, and instrumentation teams.

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Computer Science or a related technical/scientific discipline (master’s degree preferred).
• Professional Engineering (PE) license is required.
• Professional security certifications (CISSP, CPP, PSP, etc.) are a plus.
• 12+ years of professional experience in planning, designing and commissioning physical security systems and/or communication networks; project management experience is a plus.
• In‑depth knowledge of physical security systems, including video surveillance, access control, biometric systems, and intrusion detection, and familiarity with leading manufacturers.
• Experience conducting vulnerability and risk assessments with various assessment methodologies.
• Ability to evaluate emerging security technologies and analyze trade‑offs.
• Strong understanding of network technologies and cybersecurity principles.
• Exceptional problem‑solving abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and provide/receive constructive feedback.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Bluebeam and design collaboration tools.
• Experience with Revit, ACC, BIM
  360, AutoCAD and/or Micro Station.
• 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.

• Experience leading projects and managing resources.
• Experience mentoring junior staff.
• Design management experience.
• Design experience in data centers.

Employees have access to medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, company stock purchase plan, deferred compensation options, and a generous paid time off policy. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs offers unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) for full‑time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, one floating holiday, and caregiver leave.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment.