Security Systems Architect (Access Control, Surveillance, Alarms)

Salary : $90,000 - 120,000 per year

Requirements :

• Active RCDD certification (mandatory).
• Over 5 years of experience designing low-voltage / security systems in commercial or institutional settings.
• Strong knowledge of access control, video surveillance, intrusion systems, and related software / hardware.
• Proficient in AutoCAD or Bluebeam (Revit knowledge is a plus).
• Capability to produce complete Division 27 / 28 design packages.
• Familiarity with ANSI / TIA standards, pathway design, fiber / copper infrastructure, and grounding / bonding.
• Understanding of California permitting, Title 24 regulations, and construction documentation procedures.

Responsibilities :

Design comprehensive security and low-voltage systems, including access control, CCTV, alarms, intercoms, and networking infrastructure.

Create bid-level drawings, risers, device layouts, patch panel schedules, single-line diagrams, and as-built documents.

Develop technical submittals, Bills of Materials (BOMs), and engineered plan sets for permitting processes.

Ensure compliance with BICSI, TIA, NEC, NFPA, California Building Codes, and Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) requirements.

Collaborate with general contractors, architects, consultants, inspectors, and project managers at ESS.

Conduct site surveys, cable counts, device verification, and make necessary field design adjustments.

Assist in estimating by providing takeoffs, refining scope, responding to RFIs, and exploring value-engineering options.

Validate product selections, ensuring compatibility, licensing requirements, and system architecture are met.

Maintain consistency in design across ESS standards (including Bosch, Avigilon / Motorola, Hanwha, Continental, DSX, etc.).

Provide support to project managers and technicians during installation with clarifications and technical assistance.

Technologies :

Hardware

Support

Security

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More :

Electro Specialty Systems is a physical security integrator that has proudly served the San Diego area since 1987. We focus primarily on local and state governments, K-12 school districts, and college campuses, as well as select corporate campuses. If you're interested in joining our growing team, contributing significantly to the company and our clients, and facing new challenges daily, we encourage you to reach out. Our ideal candidate is a certified RCDD with extensive experience in the design and engineering of security systems.

Pay : $90,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Benefits :

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Relocation assistance

Work Location : In-person

last updated 50 week of 2025