Physical Security System Designer

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client that is seeking a Physical Security System Designer in West Palm Beach, FL.

Key Responsibilities:

* Design, deploy, and produce security design sets for access control, video management/CCTV, intrusion detection/alarm, intercom, and perimeter protection systems: device placement on floor plans, coverage analysis, and cabling/conduit and power requirements

* Develop system architecture, engineering drawings, network diagrams, and technical requirements/specifications;
Create, edit, review, and proof design and engineering drawing package components - plans, details, diagrams, schedules, and programming matrices

* Author and enforce security standards, specifications;
Coordinate with architects, general contractors, and integrators

* Verify designs against VLTR standards, compliance controls, and applicable industry/regulatory requirements;
Own the design-review gate and sign-off

* Ensure integration with the existing and planned the Physical Security roadmap on every design;
Support integration of physical security platforms with IT infrastructure, identity management systems, and SOC tools, including API-based integrations, databases, and middleware

* Conduct technical analysis supporting design decisions - cable distance/voltage-drop, conduit and cable-fill sizing, camera coverage/pixel-on-target, and systems cost estimation

* Conduct product research, technology evaluation, and ongoing technical education on physical security systems, equipment, and related infrastructure technologies;
Recommend improvements or upgrades

* Research and resolve technical issues related to codes, standards, and regulations applicable to physical security systems

* Support system configuration, testing, commissioning, and acceptance testing;
Confirm proper function, performance, and compliance against design documentation and applicable standards;
Review vendor designs and statements of work (SOWs)

REQUIREMENTS:

* Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Technology, Security Systems, or equivalent work experience

* 5+ years in physical security systems design/engineering (access control, video/CCTV, intrusion detection, perimeter protection)

* Fluent in floor plans, hands-on experience with Genetec required, with additional platforms such as Lenel OnGuard, C
* CURE, or AMAG (access control) and Milestone or Avigilon (video) a plus

* Strong understanding of door hardware and the integration of such devices into the physical security systems (electrified exit devices/trim, strikes, magnetic locks)

* Strong understanding of IP networking (TCP/IP, VLANs, PoE), server infrastructure (Windows/Linux), and databases/system integrations sufficient to support IT and SOC-tool integrations

* Working knowledge of compliance controls, data center environments, and cybersecurity principles as they relate to physical security systems

* Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and technical-study skills (cable/voltage-drop, NVR sizing, conduit sizing, camera coverage calculations, root-cause analysis)

* Highly proficient in Microsoft Office, the Google Suite

* Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills; comfortable handling sensitive security information and presenting design information to technical and non-technical stakeholders

* Preferred:
Experience supporting global or multi-site security environments; familiarity with cloud-hosted or hybrid security platforms; experience supporting 24/7 SOC operations

* Preferred:
Experience in CAD/BIM platforms (Revit)

* Preferred certifications: PSP (Physical Security Professional), NICET SSI, manufacturer certifications (Lenel, Genetec, Avigilon, Milestone), or relevant networking/IT certifications (e.g., Network+, CCNA)

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including…