Security Systems Engineer - Research & Testing

ZBeta Consulting•Schiller Park, IL

131d•Onsite

About The Position

The Physical Security Research Engineer (PSRE) is a critical resource of the ZBeta LabZ team and will conduct research and proof of concept (PoC) testing at the LabZ facility for clients and internal teams. The PSRE assists in requirements gathering, testing, and report production in the ZBeta LabZ program and leads, develops, manages, and completes key LabZ efforts for the testing and analysis of stand-alone and integrated physical security technology solutions. The PSRE is familiar with security software applications, integrations, and network-connected devices and engages both internally and externally, working collaboratively with other LabZ engineering resources and with project and production team members. The PSRE will help grow, mature, and optimize the LabZ program by contributing to the tools and processes LabZ uses to effectively evaluate physical security products against real-world design requirements and generate research reports. This is an in-office position at the ZBeta LabZ location in Schiller Park, IL. Relocation assistance provided.

Requirements

5+ years of physical security industry and technology experience.
3+ years of experience in a software or hardware engineering role.
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, or related technical field, or equivalent work experience
Knowledge of and working familiarity with server and network storage solutions, operating systems architecture and key considerations, and network architecture models and principles.
Professional knowledge of and training in the principles of electrical systems, components, and circuits.
Highly proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, OneNote and Visio
Proficiency in project management tools, such as MS Project, SharePoint and QuickBase
Training and manufacturer certification in multiple industry-leading platforms and equipment components, with particular emphasis on software applications and network-connected security devices. Genetec and LenelS2 experience a plus.
Demonstrated excellence in communication and interpersonal skills, with proven ability to communicate and present complex information to technical and non-technical stakeholders, both verbally and in written form
Strong technical documentation, technical writing, and data analysis and interpretation skills
Exceptional attention to detail and highly organized, with the ability to prioritize and balance workloads
Team player with the ability to establish collaborative working relationships across all levels of the organization
Self-directed problem solver who takes the initiative to start projects, work unsupervised, complete tasks independently, solve roadblocks, and address issues before they become problems

Nice To Haves

Genetec and LenelS2 experience a plus.

Responsibilities

In partnership with ZBeta LabZ team, maintain a ZBeta test/dev environment of technology solutions that represent both client and industry standards.
Work with ZBeta IT to build appropriate server environments and remote access abilities for LabZ platforms.
Load, configure, and update Lab environment software applications, and wire, connect, and configure test hardware, devices, and technologies.
Design and build (or manage the production of) custom testing apparatus, devices, and mechanisms.
Maintain current knowledge of and training in key applications and products.
Work with ZBeta LabZ team and client resources to plan, implement, and conduct hands-on testing of physical security products, applications and functions, and integrated solutions.
Lead the development of testing concepts to address client and industry needs, challenges, & opportunities.
Manage and execute testing scope related to server, application, and IoT elements.
Create test plans and testing requirement documentation, record and analyze testing results, and document outcomes and conclusions in testing reports.
Conduct studies and analysis of technology categories, trends, solution proposals, and industry approaches.
Research, collect, and analyze relevant documentation and data to reach meaningful conclusions, form opinions of value propositions, generate ideas for solutions and approach improvement, and categorize study topics in terms of potential application and impact to client and industry needs and expectations.
Work with consultants to gather requirements for client proof of concept tests and internal teams for quarterly research projects.
Assist in the development and ongoing management of process, approach, and standards for the research performed in the ZBeta LabZ program.
Identify opportunities and initiatives for improvements in the efficiency and thoroughness of ZBeta LabZ research deliverables.
Hold regular research update meetings to review, improve, and manage the status of ongoing projects and deliverables.