Security Integration Engineer - Buffalo, NY

Position Overview

IK Systems is seeking a Systems Integration Engineer to configure, integrate, and commission enterprise security and low‑voltage systems for mission‑critical clients in Buffalo, NY. 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.

Key Responsibilities

• Configure and integrate video management, access control, intrusion, intercom, and analytics platforms with underlying server and network infrastructure.
• Implement system configurations including user/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; 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 using logs, diagnostics, and vendor tools to identify root causes and implement permanent resolutions.
• Configure and support server and network components (e.g., Windows Server, virtual machines, basic routing and switching, VLANs, firewall rules) in line with design guidelines.
• Maintain accurate 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 and basic troubleshooting.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s 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.
• Strong working knowledge of IP networking (TCP/IP, subnets, VLANs, basic routing, DHCP/DNS) and experience with Windows‑based servers and virtual machines.
• Ability to read construction drawings, riser diagrams, and system schematics, with proven troubleshooting skills across device, application, server, and network layers.
• Valid Driver’s License with the ability to travel regionally to customer sites as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Vendor or platform certifications with major security system manufacturers (e.g., Genetec, Milestone, Lenel, Avigilon, Axis, Bosch).
• Networking or server certifications such as BICSI, NICET, Cisco, CompTIA, or Microsoft.
• Experience with SQL/database fundamentals, AutoCAD or Revit for system drawing reviews, scripting or automation tools, and prior experience mentoring technicians or junior engineers.

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive salary
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Professional development and certification support
• Clear technical career progression from Field Deployment Engineer to Systems Integration Engineer to Principal Deployment Engineer
• Opportunity to work with security, networking, and low‑voltage technologies across diverse customer environments

Apply Today

If you have experience in systems integration, low‑voltage security systems, IP video, access control, alarm platforms, and networked infrastructure, we invite you to apply for the Systems Integration Engineer position at IK Systems.

IK Systems, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a Background Check, Drug Screen, License Verification, and any other necessary requirements or certifications.