Johnson Controls, Inc.
Security Systems Engineer (Job number: 1442)
Johnson Controls, Inc., Florida, New York, United States
We are seeking a Security Systems Application Engineer to join our federal team. Our Engineers are engaged in the full lifecycle of a project from pre‑sales to closeout. These duties may include cost estimating & sales support, performing pre‑design site survey, designing system shop drawing submittals, generating product literature submittals, programming electronic security systems, executing system startup & commissioning, integrating systems, training the customer, and generating project closeout documents such as as‑built drawings and manuals.
At Johnson Controls, we support our nation’s most critical facilities, the people who occupy them, and the missions they enable. Johnson Controls Federal Systems (JCFS) is a specialized team serving as a trusted partner to the federal government. We help modernize U.S. military installations, Department of Defense and other federal agency facilities to be smarter, more resilient, efficient, sustainable, and secure.
Benefits Eligible for benefits on first day of employment.
Vacation 3 weeks of paid vacation, 5 sick days, 3 floating holidays, and 10 standard holidays per calendar year (6.5 weeks in total).
Travel Required: Limited. Primary work is supporting a federal government customer locally.
Responsibilities
Perform hardware engineering, software engineering and network level commissioning for Federal Security Projects
Design, estimate, and configure technically functional security systems, including enterprise security head end systems. Creates drawing packages (technical data packages), sequence of operations, bill of material, network layouts and electrical requirements
Coordinate and create the necessary drawings and equipment schedules for submittals and installation
Assist in the loading and commissioning of all system and network‑level controllers as required. Assist in validation of complete system functionality and troubleshoot problems with subcontractors and other trades to ensure proper operation
Provide field change information to the project team for the creation of as‑built drawings and software
Select controllers, end devices, and other materials to meet project specifications, and minimize the total cost of installation to ensure that the project cost comes in below estimate for assigned projects
Ensure maximum reuse of proven designs and programs
Keep management and JCI contractor or customer informed of job progress and issues
Assist in performing site‑specific training for owner/operator on the total building control solution
Participate in customer meetings with project team. Perform value engineering to provide cost‑effective results while maintaining customer satisfaction
Adhere to safety standards. High degree of regard to employee and subcontractor safety
Required Qualifications
Demonstrated proficiency and experience working with commercial and/or industrial Electronic Security Systems (access controls, intrusion detection systems, CCTV/camera systems, etc), preferably with programming, configurations, and integrations. 5+ years experience preferred
Ability to relate technical knowledge to a non‑technical audience.
Must be able to obtain and maintain required security clearances for projects being supported (background/character, criminal history, employment, and credit checks). Active Department of Defense Secret (or higher) clearance preferred
Preferred Qualifications
Proficiency and experience working with pre‑sales engineering support (cost estimating, sales support, performing pre‑design site surveys, designing control system, shop drawing submittals, generating product literature submittals, design packages and submittals, etc)
Demonstrated knowledge of a wide variety of Security Alarm building automation systems and other building subsystems. Proficiency with Vindicator, FiberSensys, Protech Gfence, Lenel, Bosch BVMS and CCURE 9000 strongly preferred
Preferred Education
Bachelor’s Degree or Associates Degree in Engineering or a related technical field, or equivalent experience.
About Us At Johnson Controls (NYSE:JCI), we are One Team working collaboratively to create purposeful solutions that make a difference in the world. We are a Fortune 500 company with more than 100,000 employees worldwide offering the world’s largest portfolio of building technology products, solutions and services. As a member of our Federal Systems team, your work matters. We value and recognize your contributions and want to help you succeed. We invest in our employees, provide opportunities for growth and advancement, and foster a culture of inclusion and respect.
Awards and Recognition
Named to Fortune’s “Most Admired Companies” List
Corporate Knights Global 100 Most Sustainable Corporations in the World
Named to Forbes Net Zero Leaders list
CDP 2023 Climate Change ‘A List’
Ranked 67 on the Drucker Institute’s list of best‑managed companies in America
Forbes Best Employers for Diversity
Newsweek America’s Greatest Workplaces for Diversity
Ethisphere 2024 World's Most Ethical Companies list for the 17th time
Newsweek America’s Greatest Workplaces for Women in 2024
Named to Newsweek America’s Greatest Workplaces for Veterans 2024 / 2025 listing
Named to Forbes America’s Best Employers for Veterans 2024
Named one of the top military friendly employers by military.com
Equal Opportunity Johnson Controls is an equal employment opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information, please view EEO is the Law. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation during the application process, please visit www.johnsoncontrols.com/careers.
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At Johnson Controls, we support our nation’s most critical facilities, the people who occupy them, and the missions they enable. Johnson Controls Federal Systems (JCFS) is a specialized team serving as a trusted partner to the federal government. We help modernize U.S. military installations, Department of Defense and other federal agency facilities to be smarter, more resilient, efficient, sustainable, and secure.
Benefits Eligible for benefits on first day of employment.
Vacation 3 weeks of paid vacation, 5 sick days, 3 floating holidays, and 10 standard holidays per calendar year (6.5 weeks in total).
Travel Required: Limited. Primary work is supporting a federal government customer locally.
Responsibilities
Perform hardware engineering, software engineering and network level commissioning for Federal Security Projects
Design, estimate, and configure technically functional security systems, including enterprise security head end systems. Creates drawing packages (technical data packages), sequence of operations, bill of material, network layouts and electrical requirements
Coordinate and create the necessary drawings and equipment schedules for submittals and installation
Assist in the loading and commissioning of all system and network‑level controllers as required. Assist in validation of complete system functionality and troubleshoot problems with subcontractors and other trades to ensure proper operation
Provide field change information to the project team for the creation of as‑built drawings and software
Select controllers, end devices, and other materials to meet project specifications, and minimize the total cost of installation to ensure that the project cost comes in below estimate for assigned projects
Ensure maximum reuse of proven designs and programs
Keep management and JCI contractor or customer informed of job progress and issues
Assist in performing site‑specific training for owner/operator on the total building control solution
Participate in customer meetings with project team. Perform value engineering to provide cost‑effective results while maintaining customer satisfaction
Adhere to safety standards. High degree of regard to employee and subcontractor safety
Required Qualifications
Demonstrated proficiency and experience working with commercial and/or industrial Electronic Security Systems (access controls, intrusion detection systems, CCTV/camera systems, etc), preferably with programming, configurations, and integrations. 5+ years experience preferred
Ability to relate technical knowledge to a non‑technical audience.
Must be able to obtain and maintain required security clearances for projects being supported (background/character, criminal history, employment, and credit checks). Active Department of Defense Secret (or higher) clearance preferred
Preferred Qualifications
Proficiency and experience working with pre‑sales engineering support (cost estimating, sales support, performing pre‑design site surveys, designing control system, shop drawing submittals, generating product literature submittals, design packages and submittals, etc)
Demonstrated knowledge of a wide variety of Security Alarm building automation systems and other building subsystems. Proficiency with Vindicator, FiberSensys, Protech Gfence, Lenel, Bosch BVMS and CCURE 9000 strongly preferred
Preferred Education
Bachelor’s Degree or Associates Degree in Engineering or a related technical field, or equivalent experience.
About Us At Johnson Controls (NYSE:JCI), we are One Team working collaboratively to create purposeful solutions that make a difference in the world. We are a Fortune 500 company with more than 100,000 employees worldwide offering the world’s largest portfolio of building technology products, solutions and services. As a member of our Federal Systems team, your work matters. We value and recognize your contributions and want to help you succeed. We invest in our employees, provide opportunities for growth and advancement, and foster a culture of inclusion and respect.
Awards and Recognition
Named to Fortune’s “Most Admired Companies” List
Corporate Knights Global 100 Most Sustainable Corporations in the World
Named to Forbes Net Zero Leaders list
CDP 2023 Climate Change ‘A List’
Ranked 67 on the Drucker Institute’s list of best‑managed companies in America
Forbes Best Employers for Diversity
Newsweek America’s Greatest Workplaces for Diversity
Ethisphere 2024 World's Most Ethical Companies list for the 17th time
Newsweek America’s Greatest Workplaces for Women in 2024
Named to Newsweek America’s Greatest Workplaces for Veterans 2024 / 2025 listing
Named to Forbes America’s Best Employers for Veterans 2024
Named one of the top military friendly employers by military.com
Equal Opportunity Johnson Controls is an equal employment opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information, please view EEO is the Law. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation during the application process, please visit www.johnsoncontrols.com/careers.
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