Physical Security Engineer

About the role

This role is responsible for the design, installation, integration, commissioning, and ongoing maintenance of enterprise-level physical security systems supporting both existing operations and new construction projects. The position ensures reliable, scalable, and secure system performance with minimal business disruption while maintaining compliance with corporate standards and industry best practices.

This role is remote with 50% travel to Prime's data center campuses across the US.

What you'll do

• Coordinate and oversee contract installers and service vendors, review work for quality, compliance, and commissioning readiness
• Lead or support small-to-medium security technology projects from planning through deployment
• Assist with annual security systems budgeting, forecasting, and lifecycle planning
• Partner with internal stakeholders and external vendors to ensure continuity and reliability of all legacy and new physical security systems
• Manage installation, upgrades, conversions, and servicing of:
• • Access control systems
  • Video surveillance/VMS platforms
  • Intrusion and burglary alarms
  • Other integrated physical security technologies
• Maintain current knowledge of industry standards, emerging technologies, and best practices
• Recommend and design system solutions based on audits, risk assessments, and business requirements
• Perform annual access control and system audits to ensure compliance and operational effectiveness
• Conduct product research, feasibility studies, project planning, tracking, and quality assurance
• Manage vendor relationships, service agreements, and performance expectations
• Support development and enforcement of physical security standards, policies, and maintenance programs
• Interpret CAD drawings and technical blueprints to validate construction and system design alignment
• Perform additional duties as required to meet operational and business objectives
• Must be able to Travel 50% of time to US locations.

Qualifications

• Genetec Certified (required or strongly preferred)
• Morpho Manager Certification
• 5+ years of experience managing enterprise or corporate Video Management Systems (e.g., Genetec, Axis, Hanwha)
• Strong expertise in IP-based video systems, network infrastructure, servers, and storage environments
• Experience supporting large-scale or campus/data center environments preferred
• Working knowledge of access control, intrusion detection, and integrated security platforms
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and construction documents
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy when configuring, modifying, testing, and documenting security systems
• Strong project coordination, communication, and vendor management skills
• Ability to independently troubleshoot complex systems, research solutions, and efficiently leverage available tools and resources to minimize operational downtime
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize competing demands and consistently meet deadlines.
• Core Competencies
• • Security systems design & integration
  • Project coordination & commissioning
  • Vendor and contractor oversight
  • Risk-based problem solving
  • Technical troubleshooting
  • Clear stakeholder communication

Benefits

• Competitive salary range $120-$145k and performance bonus program
• 401k fully vested upon enrollment, up to a 4% employer match
• 100% employee premiums paid by employer for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability
• Paid Time Off + Sick time

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis.
 
Prime is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants are considered for employment without attention to race, color, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, protected veteran or military status, disability status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.

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About Prime Data Centers

Prime Data Centers develops, acquires, and operates data centers for some of the world's largest enterprises. A private firm owned by a group controlling $6 billion in assets, with a 15-year tenure in technology and real estate development, Prime provides customers with ownership options and dynamic leasing models, defining a true corporate partnership.