Security Systems Engineer

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Kent, United Kingdom
Last month
£50,000 – £55,000 pa

Salary

£50,000 – £55,000 pa

Job Type
Permanent
Work Pattern
Full-time
Work Location
Hybrid
Seniority
Senior
Education
Degree
Posted
28 Apr 2026 (Last month)

Security Systems Engineer
* Ideal opportunity for an experienced Security Systems Engineer with strong enterprise security systems expertise, looking to deliver complex, high-level projects across major client environments.
* Full-time, permanent position with a salary of up to £55,000 (DOE), based across Central London and Gillingham.
* Monday to Friday, 08:30 - 17:00, with a mix of site-based and client-facing work.
* To apply, please email

Who are the client?
Our client is a well-established organisation specialising in intelligent security and safety solutions, delivering high-performance systems across a wide range of sectors. They are known for their technical expertise, strong client relationships, and commitment to continuous improvement within a collaborative environment.

What will you be doing?
Joining as a Security Systems Engineer, you'll take ownership of delivering and supporting complex security system projects across enterprise environments. You'll act as a senior technical point of contact, ensuring successful commissioning, upgrades, and ongoing performance of integrated systems.

Key responsibilities include:
* Leading complex fault resolution across access control, CCTV, intercom, and integrated security systems.
* Supporting full project lifecycle delivery, including commissioning, upgrades, and migrations.
* Providing senior-level technical support both remotely and on-site.
* Collaborating with Project Managers and Engineers on system design and technical planning.
* Conducting system audits, health checks, and performance reviews.
* Acting as a trusted technical advisor to key clients.
* Mentoring engineers and sharing technical best practice across the team.

What will you need?
* Proven experience supporting and commissioning enterprise-level security systems.
* Strong knowledge of platforms such as Genetec, Gallagher, Lenel, CCURE, Milestone, Avigilon, FLIR, or Hanwha.
* Solid understanding of Windows Server, SQL databases, IP networking, and virtualisation (VMware/Hyper-V).
* Ability to diagnose and resolve complex, integrated system issues.
* Strong communication skills with a client-facing approach.
* Experience producing clear and professional technical documentation.
* Full UK driving licence.

What would be desirable?
* Experience working in large-scale, multi-site environments.
* Previous involvement in system design or technical planning.
* Relevant certifications or vendor accreditations within security systems.

To Apply…
Please apply through this advert or email your CV directly to . By applying, you consent to your application being processed and submitted to the client for this vacancy only.

KEY SKILLS - Project Engineering, Security Systems, CCTV, Access Control, Genetec, Gallagher, Lenel, CCURE, Milestone, Avigilon, FLIR, Hanwha, Windows Server, SQL, Networking, VMware, Hyper-V, Commissioning, Project Delivery.

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