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Mueller Water Products · 3 hours ago

Physical Security Solutions Architect

Mueller Water Products, Inc. is dedicated to building the future of water infrastructure and is seeking a Physical Security Solutions Architect. This role involves designing, implementing, and maintaining the organization's physical security technology infrastructure, serving as the primary technical authority for all related systems.

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Responsibilities

Design, implement, and maintain comprehensive architecture for all physical security platforms such as Genetec, InformaCast, SailPoint identity management integration, Workday HRIS integration, Envoy visitor management, and consolidating multiple badging systems
Develop and maintain detailed system architecture documentation, including network diagrams, integration flows, data models, and standard operating procedures
Conduct comprehensive assessment of current state architecture identifying strengths, vulnerabilities, risks, standardization opportunities, and modernization requirements
Design future-state architecture with emphasis on standardization, scalability, cloud-first approaches, and alignment with enterprise IT standards
Perform hands-on administration of physical security platforms including configuration, updates, patches, and performance optimization. Determine future system administration for daily ownership and operation, between IT services, security, HR and other business functions
Design and implement integrations between physical security systems and enterprise applications including Workday HRIS, SailPoint identity governance, and other business systems
Design seamless data flow for employee onboarding/offboarding, access provisioning, and identity lifecycle management
Develop and maintain integration documentation including data mappings, API specifications, and troubleshooting guides
Collaborate with Network Infrastructure and Cybersecurity teams to ensure a secure, high availability network architecture for physical security systems
Support system implementation for access control policies, badge workflows, and visitor management procedures aligned with security requirements and business needs
Design systems that support user access privileges across all systems, and conduct regular audits and access reviews with IT GRC
Troubleshoot issues related to badge card management, printing workflows, and credential administration
Design and support maintenance of standardized access control hardware configurations for readers, locks, and control panels
Design and manage enterprise video surveillance architecture in compliance with recording strategies and retention policies
Specify camera types, encoders, and storage solutions based on security requirements and environmental conditions
Configure and optimize video management system including federation, archiving, and analytics features
Support incident investigations by providing video evidence and system expertise
Provide technical configuration and support of critical communications platform for emergency notifications, mass alerts, and facility-wide announcements, in compliance with notification workflows, distribution groups, and escalation procedures
Integrate critical communications with other security systems for automated responses to security events
Manage relationships with security technology vendors, system integrators, and service providers
Evaluate vendor roadmaps and emerging technologies to inform strategic planning
Coordinate with vendors for support escalations, product enhancements, and system upgrades
Establish and maintain service level agreements with technology partners
Participate in 24/7 on-call rotation as escalation point for physical security systems incidents
Lead incident response for physical security system failures, working with IT Services and Network teams for resolution
Provide technical guidance to IT Services team members who handle hardware troubleshooting (readers, cameras, access control points) and Level 1/2 support
Determine appropriate ownership and administration models for physical security applications across IT and business functions
Monitor system health, performance metrics, and capacity planning for all physical security platforms
Work alongside physical security leaders and program managers to meet their requirements and timelines
Partner with Network Infrastructure team on VLAN management, network segmentation, switch configurations, and firewall rules for physical security systems
Collaborate with Cybersecurity team to ensure security controls, vulnerability management, and threat monitoring for physical security platforms
Work with IT PMO for project planning, resource coordination, and implementation of physical security initiatives
Coordinate with HRIS and Integrations teams for identity and access management workflows
Engage with non-IT stakeholders including HR, Legal, Corporate Communications, Operations, Facilities Management, security contractors, and law enforcement as needed

Qualification

Physical security systems architectureVideo surveillance systemsAccess control systemsIntegration designDocumentation skillsCommunication skillsVendor managementEmergency managementTechnical supportCollaboration skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Security Management, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum 8+ years of progressive experience in physical security systems architecture, design, and implementation and 5+ years of hands-on experience with security center platforms such as Genetec and InformaCast
Exceptional documentation skills with ability to create comprehensive technical documentation, architecture diagrams, and standard operating procedures
Excellent communication skills with ability to translate technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders
Primarily remote work with regular on-site presence required at corporate headquarters and manufacturing facilities
Travel required (estimated 20-30%) for site visits, system implementations, and vendor meetings
Participation in 24/7 on-call rotation for escalated physical security systems incidents
Occasional after-hours or weekend work for system maintenance, upgrades, or emergency response
Physical requirements include ability to access equipment rooms, data centers, and perform site surveys in manufacturing environments

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401k plan with 5% Company match
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Short-term and long-term disability benefits
Vacation
100% paid parental leave
Tuition reimbursement program
Student debt retirement matching
Well-being program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Company-provided life insurance
Supplemental insurance at group rates

Company

Mueller Water Products

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Mueller Water Products is a leading manufacturer and marketer of products and services.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
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2006-05-26IPO

Leadership Team

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Marietta Zakas
Chief Executive Officer
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Paul McAndrew
President and Chief Operating Officer
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