Corporate Security Systems Engineer – CoStar Group – Richmond, VA

Corporate Security Systems Engineer – CoStar Group – Richmond, VA

Job Description

CoStar Group (NASDAQ: CSGP) is a leading global provider of commercial and residential real estate information, analytics, and online marketplaces. Included in the S&P 500 Index and the NASDAQ 100, CoStar Group is on a mission to digitize the world’s real estate, empowering all people to discover properties, insights and connections that improve their businesses and lives. We have been living and breathing the world of real estate information and online marketplaces for over 35 years, giving us the perspective to create truly unique and valuable offerings to our customers.

We’ve continually refined, transformed, and perfected our approach to our business, creating a language that has become standard in our industry, for our customers, and even our competitors. We continue that effort today and are always working to improve and drive innovation. This is how we deliver for our customers, our employees, and investors. By equipping the brightest minds with the best resources available, we provide an invaluable edge in real estate.

CoStar Group is seeking a driven, hands‑on Corporate Security Systems Engineer to support the deployment, project execution, and operation of enterprise‑wide physical security systems in a fast‑paced, high‑growth environment. This role requires a self‑starter who can execute in the field, manage security system installations within active construction projects, solve problems quickly, and partner effectively across teams to deliver reliable, high‑performing security solutions on schedule and to standard.

Systems Installation & Technical Execution

• Install, configure, and maintain enterprise security systems, including:
• Genetec access control and video management platforms
• IP camera systems
• HID readers, access control panels, enclosures, and Mercury boards
• GSOC technologies, including video wall (VuWall) systems
• Execute low‑voltage wiring, device installation, system commissioning, and validation across multiple sites.
• Diagnose and resolve system issues quickly; elevate when appropriate while maintaining ownership through resolution.

Construction & Project Management Support

• Support security system deployments within new construction, renovations, and tenant improvement projects.
• Manage discrete security installation projects, from pre‑deployment planning through installation, testing, and closeout.
• Review and interpret floor plans, CAD drawings, security drawings, and construction documents to ensure accurate scope execution.
• Coordinate installation sequencing with construction schedules, ensuring work aligns with site readiness and reduces rework.
• Track tasks, milestones, dependencies, and deliverables related to access control and video system installations.
• Identify and communicate project risks, site constraints, and design conflicts early to internal teams and integrators.

Cross‑Functional & Vendor Coordination

• Partner closely with internal stakeholders including IT, Facilities, Construction, and Corporate Security to deliver projects on time and to standard.
• Serve as a technical and project point‑of‑contact for access control and video installations during construction.
• Coordinate with integrators, electricians, cabling contractors, and external vendors to ensure consistent execution, quality, and compliance with standards.
• Perform on‑site oversight, quality checks, punch walks, and system acceptance testing.

Documentation & Support

• Maintain clear and accurate documentation of system designs, configurations, as‑built conditions, and work performed.
• Provide responsive, high‑quality support and technical guidance to internal customers and project teams.

• Bachelor's degree required in Engineering, Information Technology, Construction Management, or related field from an accredited, not‑for‑profit, in‑person college/university.
• 6+ years of experience supporting physical security systems, low‑voltage installations, or access control projects.
• Experience supporting or coordinating security system installations within construction or renovation…