Security Integration Engineer Albany, NY at IK Systems

Were Hiring: Systems Integration Engineer Location: Albany NY Full-TimeIK Systems is seeking a Systems Integration Engineer to configure integrate and commission enterprise security and low-voltage systems for mission-critical clients. This role serves as the technical bridge between field installation and advanced enterprise configuration ensuring that video management access control intrusion and supporting server and network infrastructure operate reliably before customer handoff.What Youll DoConfigure and integrate video management access control intrusion intercom and analytics platforms with underlying server and network infrastructure.Implement system configurations including user and group structures permissions alarm rules recording schedules event workflows and reporting within approved design standards.Validate engineering designs and submittals ensuring bills of material drawings and configurations align with project scope and performance requirements; identify and escalate discrepancies as needed.Collaborate with Field Deployment Engineers to bring devices online complete system commissioning checklists and transition projects from installation to full system operation.Perform advanced system testing including end-to-end functional tests failover and redundancy tests and performance tuning to ensure stability and reliability.Troubleshoot complex issues escalated from the field using logs diagnostics and vendor tools to drive problems to root cause and permanent resolution.Configure and support server and network components related to integrated systems (e.g. Windows Server virtual machines basic routing and switching VLANs firewall rules) within established design guidelines.Maintain accurate and current system documentation including IP addressing schemes database information configuration backups logical diagrams and as-built records.Coordinate with Project Managers on cutovers migrations and go-lives including occasional after-hours work to minimize customer impact.Provide training and knowledge transfer to Field Deployment Engineers Technicians and customer stakeholders on system operation workflows and basic troubleshooting.What You BringEducation and ExperienceBachelors degree in electrical engineering computer engineering information technology or a related field or equivalent experience.5 years of combined experience with low-voltage systems IT infrastructure or security system deployment including at least 3 years focused on configuration integration or commissioning.SkillsStrong working knowledge of IP networking concepts (TCP/IP subnets VLANs basic routing DHCP/DNS) and switch configuration.Experience configuring and supporting Windows-based servers virtual machines and storage for security or enterprise applications.Hands-on experience integrating at least one enterprise security platform (such as video management access control or unified security systems).Ability to read and interpret construction drawings riser diagrams and system schematics and to troubleshoot issues across device application server and network layers.Certifications / LicensesValid Drivers License and ability to travel regionally to customer sites as needed.Preferred QualificationsPreferred qualifications include vendor or platform certifications with major security system manufacturers (for example Genetec Milestone Lenel Avigilon Axis Bosch) and networking or server certifications such as BICSI NICET Cisco CompTIA or Microsoft. Experience with SQL/database fundamentals AutoCAD or Revit for reviewing and marking up system drawings scripting or automation tools to support configuration and deployment and prior experience mentoring technicians or junior engineers is also beneficial.Why Join IK SystemsWe offer a stable growth-oriented environment where engineering and technical excellence are valued.Competitive salaryHealth dental and vision insuranceRetirement plan with company matchPaid time off and company holidaysProfessional development and certification supportClear technical career progression: Field Deployment Engineer Systems Integration Engineer Principal Deployment EngineerOpportunity to work with security networking and low-voltage technologies across diverse customer environmentsAbout IK SystemsIK Systems delivers integrated security and low-voltage solutions for mission-critical industries. Our expertise includes IP video cameras access control intrusion alarms perimeter security WAN/LAN connectivity and complex networked systems. We design deploy and support solutions that protect people facilities and critical operations.Apply TodayIf you have experience in systems integration low-voltage security systems IP video access control alarm platforms and networked infrastructure and you are looking for a role focused on system performance and reliability we invite you to apply for the Systems Integration Engineer position at IK Systems.IK Systems Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. IKS does not discriminate in employment on account of race color religion national origin citizenship status ancestry age sex (including sexual harassment) sexual orientation marital status physical or mental disability military status or unfavorable discharge from military service.All offers of employment are contingent on the successful completion of a Background Check Drug Screen License Verification and any other requirements or certifications necessary to complete the essential functions of the job. Key Skills APIs,Jenkins,REST,Python,SOAP,Systems Engineering,Service-Oriented Architecture,Java,XML,JSON,Scripting,Sftp Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Yearly Salary Salary: 110000 - 140000