Technical Security Application Engineer

Anduril•Costa Mesa, CA

About The Position

The Technical Security Application Engineer is a hands-on specialist responsible for installing, configuring, troubleshooting, and maintaining physical access control systems (PACS) and video surveillance systems (VMS) across Anduril sites, with particular focus on Southern California. The role centers on system hardware and day-to-day technical problem solving, while also supporting small-to-medium technical security projects, coordinating with vendors and integrators, and communicating progress and issues to stakeholders. The engineer works with senior team members on larger deployments and owns the reliability and performance of systems in their area of responsibility. A working knowledge of IP networking is essential because these systems depend on network connectivity. The Technical Security team is part of Anduril's Corporate Security Program and designs, procures, and deploys technical security infrastructure across the company's global footprint to protect people, physical assets, and proprietary innovations. The team's mission is to create a secure built environment that enables Anduril's work in defense technology and address technical security challenges as the company grows.

Requirements

At least 3 years of hands-on experience installing, configuring, and troubleshooting physical access control and/or video surveillance systems.
Experience with Genetec Security Center.
Experience troubleshooting hardware, cabling, and low-voltage systems.
Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams, floor plans, and technical documentation.
Strong communication skills, including the ability to update stakeholders on technical work and project status.
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a proactive problem-solving mindset.
Familiarity with low-voltage cabling standards and structured cabling best practices.
U.S. citizenship is required pursuant to contractual obligations.

Nice To Haves

At least 5 years of experience in technical security systems, with a strong focus on access control and intrusion detection.
Certification in Genetec Omnicast and/or Synergis.
Experience supporting technical security systems across multiple or global sites.
Strong project management skills and extensive experience with large-scale technical security system implementations and upgrades.
Existing active SECRET clearance.

Responsibilities

Install, configure, test, and troubleshoot access control hardware, including readers, controllers, door hardware, panels, and credentials, as well as video surveillance hardware such as cameras and intercoms.
Perform application-level configuration and administration of access control and video management systems.
Diagnose and resolve system, hardware, cabling, and network-related issues, escalating complex problems as needed.
Support deployment, commissioning, and upgrades of technical security systems across sites.
Coordinate with vendors and integrators on service calls, warranty issues, and system upgrades.
Assist with small-to-medium technical security projects, including scheduling, task tracking, and reporting status to Technical Security Application Engineers.
Perform preventative maintenance and health checks to support system uptime and reliability.
Configure and troubleshoot networking components that support security systems, including IP addressing, VLANs, switches, PoE, and basic firewall or port configuration in collaboration with Network Engineering teams.
Maintain accurate device inventory and hardware and spares stock for supported sites.
Communicate project progress, system issues, and resolutions to internal stakeholders.

Benefits

Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full-time offers and are considered part of total compensation.
Comprehensive, competitive benefits package available at little to no cost to employees.

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