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The Lead Principal Physical Security Engineer joins the Physical Security Systems team to serve as a senior technical authority for physical security systems during complex hyperscale data center construction projects. This role involves overseeing security integrators and contractors through installation, configuration, testing, and turnover while ensuring systems meet specific standards. Key responsibilities include reviewing construction drawings, specifications, and commissioning documentation, as well as managing vendor scope and schedule impacts. The engineer will integrate access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection, intercoms, and perimeter security with site networks and monitoring platforms. Required expertise includes low-voltage construction, structured cabling, and experience with platforms like LenelS2, Genetec, Avigilon, CCure, or Axis. The role solves technical and quality risks to ensure mission-critical security systems are fully functional before operational handover.
Review security designs, drawings, specifications, and installation details to identify design gaps and integration risks.
Oversee security integrators and contractors through installation, configuration, testing, and project turnover.
Coordinate access control, video surveillance, and intrusion detection systems with site networks and monitoring platforms.
Review inspection records, test plans, and device schedules while tracking deficiencies through resolution.
Participate in field inspections and functional testing to ensure systems meet operational requirements.
Confirm systems are fully tested and documented for final acceptance by security and operations teams.
Develop and improve design standards, installation practices, and turnover requirements across projects.
What we're looking for
6 to 10+ years of experience.
Significant experience designing, delivering, or managing physical security systems in data centers or mission-critical facilities.
Strong knowledge of access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection, intercoms, perimeter security, and security monitoring platforms.
Experience reviewing construction drawings, specifications, submittals, device schedules, and commissioning documentation.
Understanding of low-voltage construction, structured cabling, device installation, labeling, testing, and system integration.
Proven ability to manage integrators, contractors, and vendors while coordinating with cross-functional teams.
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, information technology, security management, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
Ability to travel as needed for project delivery and site reviews.
Oracle Cloud Infrastructure
OCI
Structured cabling systems
Fiber optic infrastructure
ISP/OSP fiber deployments
Data center white space infrastructure
BICSI standards
QA/QC procedures