Physical Security Architect

New Era Technology

Physical Security Architect designing and validating access control, surveillance, intrusion detection, and intercom systems for New Era Technology. Supporting Walgreens and enterprise customer projects through testing, documentation, troubleshooting, and technical coordination.

Posted 8/18/2026full-time🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $105,000 - $110,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in physical security technologies, including access control, video surveillance, and intrusion detection systems, while effectively coordinating technical work across project teams and stakeholders. Proficient in preparing technical documentation and conducting design validation to support enterprise security programs.

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Physical Security Technical ExpertiseAccess Control System DesignVideo Surveillance ImplementationTechnical Documentation PreparationTroubleshooting and Issue Resolution

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Hard Skills

Access ControlVideo SurveillanceIntrusion DetectionSystem IntegrationDesign ValidationTechnical AssessmentsConfiguration StandardsDeployment StandardsTechnical ReportingQuality Review

Soft Skills

Communication with Technical AudiencesCoordination with Project TeamsKnowledge TransferCustomer EngagementProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

GenetecIntegrated Security SystemsPhysical Security LabNetwork ArchitecturesDevice Configurations

Certifications & Qualifications

Industry Certifications from Major Security Organizations

Industry Keywords

Physical SecuritySecurity ConsultingEnterprise Security ProgramsRetail SecurityTechnical Standards

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct site assessments, construction reviews, and design coordination meetings for active physical security projects.
Review and validate project scope, system requirements, and bills of materials against customer requirements.
Provide technical guidance on access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection, intercom, and integrated security systems.
Support development of reference designs, configuration standards, and deployment standards.
Serve as a technical resource for Walgreens’ physical security standards, design expectations, and site requirements.
Support knowledge transfer so Walgreens-specific technical knowledge is documented and shared across the physical security team.
Review Walgreens project deliverables and support communication on design questions, open issues, and escalations.
Coordinate with manufacturer partners on platform requirements used on the account.
Support project managers, project coordinators, and implementation teams throughout projects.
Review network architectures, device configurations, communication paths, and integrations.
Liaise between project teams and manufacturer technical resources on hardware, firmware, or integration issues.
Support troubleshooting and escalation handling for technical issues on active projects.
Use New Era’s physical security lab to test products, validate designs, and troubleshoot field issues.
Evaluate new products, platforms, and integrations for customer use.
Run test plans and document results to support design decisions.
Develop and maintain configuration standards, implementation guides, and design templates.
Capture deployment feedback and lessons learned and share them with the broader physical security team.
Maintain client-specific technical documentation, including Walgreens design standards and site requirements.
Prepare assessment reports, technical findings, and design recommendations for internal and customer audiences.
Develop customer-facing documentation explaining technical concepts clearly to non-technical audiences.
Present technical reviews, design updates, and project status to customers and internal stakeholders.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in information technology, security management, engineering, computer science, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
5 or more years of experience in physical security technologies, systems integration, or security consulting.
Experience designing, implementing, or supporting enterprise access control, video surveillance, and intrusion detection systems.
Experience coordinating technical work across project teams, manufacturers, and customer stakeholders.
Experience conducting technical assessments and design validation.
Experience preparing technical documentation and reports.
Physical security technical expertise.
Design validation and quality review.
Troubleshooting and issue resolution.
Manufacturer and partner coordination.
Technical documentation and reporting.
Communication with technical and non-technical audiences.
Experience supporting large enterprise retail security programs, such as Walgreens or similar.
Experience with platforms such as Genetec or comparable access control and video management.
Industry certifications from major security organizations.
Experience developing technical standards or design documentation for enterprise environments.
Ability to support active project issues and time-sensitive customer requests.
Monday–Friday availability, generally 8am–5pm, with hours varying by project assignment.
Willingness to travel up to 25 percent depending on active projects and customer needs.
Ability to perform the listed physical demands, including prolonged computer use and operating office equipment.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Full Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
401K match
28 PTO Days including company holidays