Electronic Security Engineer-Department of Defense Remote / Telecommute Jobs

The Building People delivers integrated solutions that connect technology, buildings, and people to optimize real estate performance, facility operations, and workforce outcomes. With over 450 contracts delivered across 187 project locations, we manage more than 1,700 facilities and support $38.5B in federal and commercial assets. Leveraging AI-driven automation, data analytics, and platform-agnostic systems, we create high-performing, future-ready environments that reduce cost, improve efficiency, and enable mission success. Founded in 2012, we now have over 450 employees supporting 23 federal agencies-making us a trusted leader in delivering technology-infused building solutions across the public sector.

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The Building People, LLC, has a position open for a full-time Electronic Security Engineer - Department of Defense. The Electronic Security Engineer provides design and technical support for access control, intrusion detection, and video management systems on facility projects. Responsibilities include device layouts and risers, network and server architecture inputs, integration with related Industrial Control System environments while maintaining required separation and reliability, submittal reviews, field surveys, acceptance testing support, and as-built and O&M inputs. This role supports a Department of Defense mission and collaborates with senior engineers, project managers, and field teams to deliver code-compliant, reliable systems.

Required Experience & Skills
  • Five (5) years of experience in electronic systems or information technology with demonstrated experience in electronic security systems.
  • Demonstrated experience designing or integrating enterprise access control, intrusion detection, and video surveillance systems, including servers, workstations, storage, and network components.
  • Knowledge of applicable criteria and standards such as UL 294, UL 1076, NFPA 731, NFPA 70, IBC/IFC, and relevant UFGS sections for ESS.
  • Ability to prepare device schedules, risers, one-line diagrams, point lists, and integration interfaces, and to produce as-built updates and O&M inputs.
  • Experience supporting factory tests, site tests, integrated system tests, and final acceptance.
  • Familiarity with cybersecurity touchpoints for ESS platforms and interfaces to other control systems, in coordination with cybersecurity teams.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for coordination with stakeholders and preparation of technical deliverables.
  • Ability to travel to active project sites, including secure facilities.


Preferred Experience & Skills
  • Manufacturer certifications on common ESS platforms for access control, VMS, and intrusion detection.
  • Commissioning support experience and familiarity with three-phase inspections and QC coordination.
  • Prior experience on federal task order contracts for facility modernization or control systems programs.


Required Education
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field from an accredited university or college.


Preferred Education
  • Progress toward PE licensure or relevant professional credentials.


Clearance
  • Ability to obtain a Secret Clearance.


Travel
  • Minimum 25% to job sites CONUS and OCONUS as required by task orders.


*Salary offered will be commensurate with the candidate's experience, qualifications, and certifications.

*Our positions may require a background screening and clearance directly from the Government.

*Please note that telework arrangements are subject to change based on customer requirements.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Competitive benefits for eligible employees include:
  • Medical & Rx
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Life Insurance/AD&D
  • Long Term Disability and Short-Term Disability
  • Paid Time Off
  • Holiday Pay

All positions require a background check after acceptance of our offer. The selected candidate will be eligible to begin employment before the background check has been finalized. However, continued employment will be contingent upon the results of your reference/background check from The Building People, LLC. Your position may require special credentialing, clearance, and access as a condition of employment. In the event the government or client does not sponsor or approve your clearance, it may result in termination of your employment.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at reasonableaccomodation@thebuildingpeople.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.

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