Palo Alto Physical Security Systems Engineer 

United States, California 

236989676

Being the cybersecurity partner of choice, protecting our digital way of life.

Your Career

As the Technical Security Systems Engineer, you will engage in highly technical projects in support of the Global Places and Security team. These projects will include process automation through API integration, physical security systems design, data analysis and visualization, technology evaluations, and software development.

Your Impact

• Working with the Global Places and Security Program Manager to define technical implementation standards and best practices
• Working with technology vendors to understand emerging products, obtain demo and pilot equipment, and stay informed on security technology trends
• Building out our physical security technologies lab
• Working with stakeholders to define and document their technology requirements
• Developing test and evaluation methodologies for new physical security technologies and products
• Conducting technical evaluations of new physical security technologies and products
• Applying a methodical approach, rooted in solid engineering principles, to drive technology selection and implementation for the wider Global Safety and Security org
• Generating scopes of work for new system installations
• Conducting technical site surveys, where necessary
• Generating physical security device layouts in accordance with our Physical Security Standards
• Developing API integrations with various business platforms, including but not limited to, Feenics, Everbridge, Slack, Google Workspace, and ServiceNow

Your Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Engineering or equivalent military experience required
• 7+ years of experience in physical security technology or similar field - 9+ years of experience may be acceptable in lieu of a degree
• Experience with Python, Javascript/Node.js, SQL, Mongo DB
• Experience developing REST API integrations
• Understanding of networking and communications protocols (TCP/IP, HTTP/S, WebSocket, etc.)
• Understanding of serial communications protocols (RS232, RS422, RS485, etc.)
• Experience with the Feenics Keep access control platform and Mercury security hardware components
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent analytical skills - ability to break down a complex problem into its primitives
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work assignments and ensure that projects are tracking to deliverable dates
• Comfortable with ambiguity and handling confidential information
• Professional at all times with all levels of the company
• Ability to accomplish projects with minimal supervision
• Proficiency in Google Workspace tools (Gmail, Docs, Sheets, Slides, etc.)
• Ability to analyze and compare data to make impactful recommendations
• Experience with project management tools and principles (MS Project, Primavera P6, Asana, Smartsheet, Monday.com, etc.)

Compensation Disclosure

The compensation offered for this position will depend on qualifications, experience, and work location. For candidates who receive an offer at the posted level, the starting base salary (for non-sales roles) or base salary + commission target (for sales/commissioned roles) is expected to be between $117000 - $189000/YR. The offered compensation may also include restricted stock units and a bonus. A description of our employee benefits may be found .

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.