Chenega Security SBU · 6 hours ago
Systems Engineer, Electronic Security Systems (ESS)
Falls Church, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expChenega Security International is seeking a dedicated and technically proficient Systems Engineer to join our team at the Pentagon Force Protection Agency (PFPA). This critical role is responsible for the administration, management, and optimization of our enterprise Command and Control (C2) platform, ensuring operational readiness and performance of the Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) system.
Information TechnologySecurity
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Serve as the subject matter expert and primary administrator for the enterprise Command and Control (C2) system, ensuring the operational readiness, performance, and reliability of the Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) platform for 24/7 security operations
Manage the full lifecycle of agency’s PSIM and integration of more than 15 Electronic Security Systems (ESS), including video surveillance, access control, intrusion detection, and other critical security technologies
Manage the development, implementation, and refinement of a complex framework of over 100 business logic rules and automated Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) within the PSIM to correlate disparate sensor data, streamline alarm management, and provide operators with actionable intelligence
Proactively monitor the health and performance of all integrations; perform diagnostics, oversee contractor-led repairs, and manage the escalation process to ensure adherence to contractual Service Level Agreements (SLAs)
Validate and approve software/firmware updates provided by government contractors and manage the coordination of scheduled and unscheduled maintenance outages for security assets across the National Capital Region
Serve as the primary technical liaison between security leadership and key partners, including the Joint Service Provider (JSP), other IT providers, and external stakeholders to ensure clear communication on all matters related to C2 and ESS operations
Collaborate with Security Operations Center staff and subsystem owners to identify emerging operational requirements, gather feedback, and translate needs into detailed functional and technical specifications for future system enhancements
Lead the technical planning and execution of projects involving new subsystem integrations, platform upgrades, and the deployment of enhanced C2 capabilities
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Must have an active secret clearance
Bachelor's degree in information technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; or equivalent professional experience
5+ years of hands-on experience in the electronic security industry with a focus on systems integration
Demonstrated experience administering and maintaining enterprise-level security platforms (e.g., PSIM, enterprise Access Control or Video Management Systems)
Strong technical knowledge of core security subsystems, including Access Control Systems (ACS), Video Management Systems (VMS), and Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS)
Proven ability to translate operational needs from non-technical stakeholders into detailed functional and technical requirements
Solid understanding of networking principles (TCP/IP, VLANs, Firewalls) as they apply to integrated security systems
Preferred
8+ years of progressive experience managing complex, integrated security platforms
Direct, hands-on administrative and development experience with an enterprise-level PSIM platform (e.g., Qognify Situator, Genetec Security Center/Mission Control, Everbridge)
Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) or database management (SQL) for the purpose of automation and reporting
Industry certifications such as ASIS Physical Security Professional (PSP) or Project Management Professional (PMP)
Vendor-specific certifications for major VMS, ACS, or PSIM platforms
Experience leading technical projects from conception and design through implementation and commissioning
Company
Chenega Security SBU
Chenega Security SBU is a division of subsidiaries that are wholly owned by Chenega Corporation, an Alaska Native Corporation.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase