Senior Systems Integration Engineer – Security Systems
About The Position
Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA) seeks an experienced Senior Systems Integration Engineer to lead the implementation and technical execution of assigned physical security projects, including video surveillance, access control, and alarm technologies. The role uses industry knowledge and hands-on technical expertise to work across teams with Program Managers, Installation Teams, and Principal Subject Matter Experts to refine, validate, and deliver security solutions. It requires a strong understanding of physical security system components and integrations to drive projects, support field teams, and resolve complex technical challenges. The position requires an active Secret clearance and the ability to obtain or maintain a Top Secret clearance. Candidates must be U.S. citizens and reside within commuting distance of Southern Pines, North Carolina. Occasional travel of 3 to 5 days per month is expected, including travel to customer and partner facilities as required.
Requirements
- Must be a U.S. citizen.
- Must have an active Secret clearance and be able to obtain or maintain a Top Secret clearance.
- Must reside within commuting distance of Southern Pines, North Carolina.
- 10 years of experience required.
- Experience engineering, integrating, testing, and troubleshooting physical security systems in commercial, government, or manufacturing facilities.
- Experience with Access Control Systems, Video Management Systems, IP Cameras, system integrations, APIs, and database management.
- Experience with physical security and/or Building Automation Systems (BAS).
- Knowledge of ONVIF, OSDP, RTSP, H.264/H.265, RS-485, and Layer 1–3 networking concepts.
- Experience integrating systems with enterprise networks and third-party platforms.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline is preferred.
- Experience supporting Department of Defense or Federal programs is preferred.
- Experience working in Agile/SCRUM environments is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Oversee projects across their life cycle, from initial concepts through development, operation, and retirement.
- Apply established best practices, principles, concepts, and management methods to assess and refine system architectures, requirements, interfaces, and technical documentation.
- Develop test plans and procedures and conduct factory acceptance testing.
- Support testing of access control systems, video management systems, IP cameras, system integrations, APIs, and database management.
- Support testing of physical security systems and/or Building Automation Systems (BAS).
- Deliver and support developmental training as required.
- Support system integration, verification, validation, and developmental testing.
- Conduct system analysis, troubleshooting, and root-cause investigations.
- Maintain configuration baselines and engineering documentation.
- Review system designs, network architectures, and interface documentation.
- Interface with government, industry, and external organizations to support engineering and integration efforts.
- Provide technical recommendations and engineering support to stakeholders.
- Travel to customer and partner facilities as required.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
