Security Integration Engineer

IK Systems • Hawesville, KY

23h • $110,000 - $140,000

About The Position

IK Systems is seeking a Systems Integration Engineer to configure, integrate, and commission enterprise security and low-voltage systems for mission-critical clients. The role bridges field installation and advanced enterprise configuration, ensuring video management, access control, intrusion, and supporting server and network infrastructure operate reliably before customer handoff.

The engineer implements approved system configurations; validates designs and project documentation; collaborates with Field Deployment Engineers on device connectivity, commissioning, and transitions to operation; and performs advanced system testing and troubleshooting. The role also supports relevant server and network components, maintains accurate system records, coordinates cutovers and go-lives with Project Managers, and provides training and knowledge transfer to engineers, technicians, and customer stakeholders. Regional travel to customer sites and occasional after-hours work for cutovers, migrations, and go-lives may be required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, information technology, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• At least 5 years of combined experience with low-voltage systems, IT infrastructure, or security system deployment, including at least 3 years focused on configuration, integration, or commissioning.
• Strong working knowledge of IP networking concepts, including TCP/IP, subnets, VLANs, basic routing, DHCP/DNS, and switch configuration.
• Experience configuring and supporting Windows-based servers, virtual machines, and storage for security or enterprise applications.
• Hands-on experience integrating at least one enterprise security platform, such as video management, access control, or unified security systems.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, riser diagrams, and system schematics, and troubleshoot across device, application, server, and network layers.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel regionally to customer sites as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Vendor or platform certifications from major security system manufacturers, such as Genetec, Milestone, Lenel, Avigilon, Axis, or Bosch.
• Networking or server certifications such as BICSI, NICET, Cisco, CompTIA, or Microsoft.
• Experience with SQL/database fundamentals.
• Experience with AutoCAD or Revit for reviewing and marking up system drawings.
• Experience with scripting or automation tools to support configuration and deployment.
• Prior experience mentoring technicians or junior engineers.

Responsibilities

• Configure and integrate video management, access control, intrusion, intercom, and analytics platforms with server and network infrastructure.
• Implement system configurations, including user and group structures, permissions, alarm rules, recording schedules, event workflows, and reporting, within approved design standards.
• Validate engineering designs and submittals, including bills of material, drawings, and configurations; identify and escalate discrepancies.
• Collaborate with Field Deployment Engineers to bring devices online, complete commissioning checklists, and transition projects from installation to operation.
• Perform end-to-end functional tests, failover and redundancy tests, and performance tuning.
• Troubleshoot complex issues escalated from the field using logs, diagnostics, and vendor tools, pursuing root cause and permanent resolution.
• Configure and support related server and network components, including Windows Server, virtual machines, basic routing and switching, VLANs, and firewall rules, within established design guidelines.
• Maintain system documentation, including IP addressing schemes, database information, configuration backups, logical diagrams, and as-built records.
• Coordinate cutovers, migrations, and go-lives with Project Managers, including occasional after-hours work to minimize customer impact.
• Provide training and knowledge transfer to Field Deployment Engineers, Technicians, and customer stakeholders on system operation, workflows, and basic troubleshooting.
• Travel regionally to customer sites as needed.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Professional development and certification support
• Clear technical career progression: Field Deployment Engineer → Systems Integration Engineer → Principal Deployment Engineer
• Opportunity to work with security, networking, and low-voltage technologies across diverse customer environments

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level