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At Pinkerton, the mission is to protect our clients. To do this, we provide enterprise risk management services and programs specifically designed for each client. Pinkerton employees are one of our most important assets and critical to the delivery of world-class solutions. Bonded together, we share a commitment to integrity, vigilance, and excellence.

Pinkerton is an inclusive employer who seeks candidates with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to join our family of industry subject matter experts.

The Senior Security Systems Engineer, assigned to one of Pinkerton's largest global clients, will be responsible for the design, implementation, and optimization of advanced physical security systems, with a primary focus on Genetec platforms. The Engineer ensures the seamless integration of security technologies to protect corporate offices, personnel, and assets while aligning with organizational goals and industry best practices. This role brings technical expertise, programmatic leadership, and a proactive approach to maintaining and enhancing security systems. This position can be based anywhere (remote) within the United States.

• Represent Pinkerton's core values of integrity, vigilance, and excellence.
• Design, configure, deploy and maintain Genetec security systems, including access control, video surveillance, and analytics while tailoring to corporate office environments.
• Lead the integration of Genetec platforms with existing IT and physical security infrastructure while ensuring scalability and interoperability.
• Develop and maintain system documentation, including configurations, diagrams, and operational procedures to ensure operational reliability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including IT, security operations, and external vendors to implement and optimize security solutions.
• Monitor system performance, conduct regular audits, and recommend enhancements to improve efficiency, security, and compliance.
• Provide technical support and training to security and operational teams while ensuring effective use of Genetec systems.
• Support project management efforts, including timelines, resource allocation, and stakeholder communication for new security system deployments.
• Design and implement access control and CCTV systems while recommending appropriate hardware and software solutions.
• Provide technical support and training to clients and internal teams for effective system use.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation including programming standards and hardware configurations.
• Participate in end-to-end testing efforts and knowledge transfer.
• Install, program, and configure Genetec enterprise security systems such as door access control, CCTV, intrusion detection, and related components.
• Design, configure, and manage virtual machines (VMs) on server infrastructures across platforms like VMware, Hyper-V, and cloud-based solutions.
• Apply expertise in networking fundamentals including TCP/IP, routing protocols, VLANs, VPNs, and firewalls to design and troubleshoot complex network infrastructures.
• Troubleshoot and ensure proper functioning of new security installations in compliance with relevant requirements.
• Analyze and implement software and hardware enhancements to optimize existing systems while maintaining design standards and operating procedures.
• Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies to propose innovative solutions and maintain the organization's competitive edge.
• All other duties, as assigned. 

Bachelor's degree in engineering, information technology, or a related field with at least ten to twelve years of experience in physical security system design, implementation, and support and a focus on Genetec platforms. 

• Genetec Certified Professional or PSP, preferred.
• Knowledge of network architecture and protocols related to security systems.
• Proficiency in configuring and managing Genetec Security Center including access control and video management modules.
• Able to analyze complex situations and recommend solutions.
• Able to collaborate with cross-functional teams and manage vendor relationships.
• Client orientated and results driven.
• Able to understand business requirements and deliver tailored solutions.
• Sound analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Project management skills.
• Effective communication skills including the ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Attentive to detail and accuracy.
• Consistently delivers on commitments and achieves expected business results.
• Computer skills; Microsoft Office. 

Working Conditions:
With or without reasonable accommodation, requires the physical and mental capacity to effectively perform all essential functions;

• Regular computer usage.
• Occasional reaching and lifting of small objects and operating office equipment. 
• Frequent sitting.
• Travel, as required.

Benefit options include employer-paid life and AD&D, voluntary life and AD&D, medical, (HSA) Health Savings Account, (FSA) Flexible Savings Account, dental, vision, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(K), paid time off (vacation, personal, sick, and holidays) and several employee assistance-related programs. This information provides a brief benefit overview. Upon the acceptance of an employment offer, the new employee will receive comprehensive plan details based on specific eligibility rules.