Security Consultant

Newcomb & Boyd, a multi-discipline engineering firm in Atlanta, Georgia is looking for a Security Consultant.

For 100 years, we have been designing innovative systems that bring buildings to life. Our projects positively impact society, from research labs to cure infectious and chronic diseases to smart classrooms to inspire today’s scholars and tomorrow’s leaders. We are known for our sustainable and intelligent approach to design as we develop award-winning solutions for Fortune 500 companies, top healthcare systems, and leading universities.

At Newcomb & Boyd, we value the highest technical competencies, a “team-first” mentality, excellent communication skills, and a self-driven work ethic. We offer ample opportunities for professional growth, as evidenced by industry-low turnover.
 

Responsibilities

• Design security systems including access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection and security communications systems.
• Consult with clients on security strategies for perimeter security protection, monitoring and system selections.
• Coordinate with door hardware consultants for electronic security integration.
• Coordinate design efforts working closely with in-house or external disciplines, architectural clients, and building owners.
• Plan and perform the entire project production process.
• Perform contract administration duties of site visits, submittal review, RFI response and coordination and contractor assistance.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Possess a solid technical base with desire to learn, lead, and grow into Senior Engineer and Project Management positions.
• Prioritize effectively, have good follow-through, and practice self-implemented quality control measures.
• Ability to communicate in a professional manner in writing, as well as verbally.
• Understanding of the design and construction process.
• Knowledge of access control system architecture, system components, communication protocols, and card technologies.
• Knowledge of video surveillance system architecture, camera technologies, and recording platforms.
• Knowledge of intrusion detection system architecture, system components and functionality.
• Knowledge of security communication systems architecture, system components and technologies.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering preferred.
• PSP or CPP preferred.
• Five to Ten (5 to 10) years’ industry experience.
• Minimum three (3) years’ experience in the design of security systems is required.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Bluebeam a plus.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Revit a plus.
• Experience with network design to support security systems is a plus. 
• Experience with risk and vulnerability assessments is a plus.
• AutoCAD experience is a plus.

Be a Part of Our Team

In addition to security design, Newcomb & Boyd caters to the needs of clients and owners through the integration of additional services including mechanical and electrical design, commissioning, acoustics, audio-visual, communications, building automation, theatre systems, and lighting design. Our portfolio comprises work across many market sectors, including aviation, civic & cultural, corporate, government, health care, academic, science & technology, and sports.

We offer a flexible, hybrid work schedule, 401(k) plan with company match, employee and family social events, health and fitness programs, and many additional benefits. We believe our purpose is to provide engineering solutions to shape the world. Come shape the world with us.

Newcomb & Boyd is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.

Newcomb & Boyd is an affirmative action employer and ensures that all applicants and employees are treated fairly in all areas of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotion, retention and compensation.