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Job Description:
Job Description:
Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Security Systems Design Engineer to join our team! In this role you will get to develop and design Technical Security Systems for Embassies and Consulates Worldwide.
What You'll Be Doing:
- Site surveys
- Conceptual design development
- Development of complete security system design packages
- Development of Material Take-off (MTO) parts lists
- Support in developing solutions for other technical security contingencies
- Travel to OCONUS project sites as required (15%+ travel, annually)
What Required Skills You'll Bring:
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (or related field) or equivalent combination of education and experience
- 3+ years of related work experience
- Experience with solving complex engineering problems across multiple disciplines
- Experience with AutoCAD and managing campuses with multiple building/floor design sets
- Experience designing security systems or similar low-voltage/building control systems and their related infrastructure
- Ability to work in a fast paced, high-pressure environment while handling multiple tasks simultaneously
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret level clearance
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a class 1 medical clearance prior to deployment and is a condition of continued employment
- Manual dexterity required for frequent reaching, climbing, and lifting of moderate objects (50-80 pounds), operation of power and manual tools/equipment, and operating office equipment. Work is in unusual and sometimes difficult positions such as climbing ladders; scaffolding and high lift equipment up to 40 feet, crawl spaces, above ceilings, etc...
What Desired Skills You'll Bring:
- Experience with 3D CAD Software
- Experience with D-Tools System Integrator
- Specific experience integrating or designing enterprise-level IP CCTV camera systems, Emergency Notification systems, Automated Access Control systems, Intrusion Detection systems
- Experience integrating or designing both twisted-pair and fiber optic structured cabling infrastructure systems
- Experience designing small-scale datacenter UPS systems(<60kW) with hard-wired distribution panels
- Experience with SCIF design and familiarity with ICD 705 standards
- Experience integrating or designing professional AV switching systems / video walls (Crestron, Extron, Planar, etc...)
- Experience with general construction materials and practices
Security Clearance Requirement:
A security clearance is not required to apply; however, the selected candidate must be able to obtain a Secret clearance which requires U.S. citizenship, prior to the start date.
Security Clearance Requirement:
A security clearance is not required to apply; however, the selected candidate must be able to obtain a Secret clearance which requires U.S. citizenship, prior to the start date.This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.Salary Range: $63,600.00 - $111,300.00We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to https://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of related work experience
- Experience solving complex engineering problems across multiple disciplines
- Experience with AutoCAD and managing multi-building/multi-floor design sets
- Experience designing security systems or similar low-voltage/building control systems and related infrastructure
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret level security clearance (U.S. citizenship required)
- Ability to obtain and maintain a class 1 medical clearance prior to deployment (condition of employment)
- Manual dexterity and ability to frequently reach, climb, lift 50-80 pounds, operate tools, and work in confined/high spaces
- Willingness/ability to travel to OCONUS project sites (~15%+ annually)
- Experience with 3D CAD software
- Experience with D-Tools System Integrator
- Experience integrating or designing enterprise-level IP CCTV, emergency notification, automated access control, and intrusion detection systems
- Experience with twisted-pair and fiber optic structured cabling infrastructure
- Experience designing small-scale datacenter UPS systems (<60kW) and hard-wired distribution panels
- Experience with SCIF design and familiarity with ICD 705 standards
- Experience integrating or designing professional AV switching systems/video walls (Crestron, Extron, Planar)
- Experience with general construction materials and practices
Parsons Corporation Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs are framed as a major value driver, with an ESOP alongside a 401(k) match and additional stock-purchase options contributing meaningfully to total rewards. This structure is positioned as especially attractive for employees who value long-term wealth-building over immediate cash.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as broad and choice-rich, with multiple plan types (PPO, HDHP, and some HMO networks) plus dental, vision, EAP, and wellness resources. The availability of different plan designs and national-carrier coverage supports varied employee needs.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off offerings are portrayed as competitive, including PTO, holidays, flexible schedules such as a 9/80 option for eligible roles, and floating holidays in the U.S. Paid parental leave of 160 hours is also highlighted as a meaningful component of the overall package.
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What We Do
Parsons is a digitally enabled solutions provider with a focus on making the world safer, smarter, healthier, more sustainable, and more connected. Founded in 1944, Parsons primarily serves the defense, security, and infrastructure markets. Uniquely qualified to deliver cyber/converged security, technology-based intellectual property, and other innovative services, the corporation delivers state-of-the-art solutions to federal, regional, and local government agencies as well as to private industrial customers worldwide. Parsons has a reputation for inclusion and diversity and has been named to the Ethisphere Institute’s list of World’s Most Ethical Companies for 10 consecutive years. Parsons facilitates a culture of innovation by encouraging collaboration among its employees and providing opportunities for career growth. With offices around the globe, people of varied talents and backgrounds, and a wide range of exciting projects, the possibilities at Parsons are endless. For more about Parsons, visit www.parsons.com. Mission: Delivering innovative infrastructure, defense, and security solutions to enable a more sustainable, safer, smarter, and more connected world.
