Security Designer - Integrated Security Systems
AECOM
Security Designer - Integrated Security Systems
AECOM's Enterprise Capabilities team is looking for a Security Designer - Integrated Security Systems to join our team in our South Africa offices.
Fundamental to our Think and Act Globally strategy and digital adoption, Enterprise Capabilities (EC) is AECOM's primary vehicle for workshare. Operating across geographic boundaries and time-zones, EC partners with regional and Global Business Line project teams to provide technical expertise, accelerate delivery and keep AECOM competitive in the industry.
With a team of over 3000 technical professionals located across nine countries and remote technical anchors, EC teams are trusted to deliver high-quality, specialist services that help to fill capability gaps, resourcing needs and technical constraints on projects of all scopes and sizes.
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Job Description
The successful candidate will have a thorough knowledge of integrated security systems and possess exceptional business and people skills as well as managing the various design phases of complex security solutions. The ability to work independently and communicate in a confident, articulate and sensitive manner is essential. The candidate should have a passion for design innovation and quality and be able to effectively balance that with efficiency and creativity in the development of the design solution. Candidates for this position should possess a combination of the following:
- A college degree in a relevant field or at least 10 years of security design experience
- Industry certifications: PSP, ESS, CPP and RCDD are preferred
- Strong working knowledge of AutoCAD/Revit
- A working knowledge of the AIA design process is also desirable.
In addition to managing the design aspect of the projects, the consultant manages relationships with the project team and plays a critical role in meeting with clients to document their technical and operational requirements which forms the basis of the security design solution.
The security consultant works alongside architects, engineers and interior designers daily, providing unique opportunities for collaboration and personal development not available in many other design firms. The consultant will be required to develop integrated security solutions for a wide cross section of clients utilizing security solutions such as surveillance systems, access control, intrusion detection, visitor management, voice communication systems as well as integrated collaborative systems used in the security and control operation center environment. The security consultant will be required to develop security solutions based on client requirements.
Qualifications
- A college degree in a relevant field or at least 10 years of security design experience
- Industry certifications: PSP, ESS, CPP and RCDD are preferred
- Strong working knowledge of AutoCAD/Revit
- A working knowledge of the AIA design process is also desirable.
Additional Information
At AECOM, you will have freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.
At AECOM, our Freedom to Grow philosophy supports flexibility and balance to help our people thrive. As part of this approach, we ask all hybrid employees to work from an AECOM office at least three days per week.
AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients' complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.
You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you'll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you've always envisioned. Here, you'll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.