Technical Security Application Engineer
Anduril· Core Operations : Security : Corporate Physical Security
Costa Mesa, CA$124k - $164kFull-timePosted 5d ago
About the role
Hands-on technical role responsible for installation, configuration, troubleshooting, and maintenance of physical access control systems (PACS) and video surveillance systems (VMS) across Anduril sites, with a focus on Southern California; includes small-to-medium technical security project support, vendor coordination, and stakeholder communication.
Responsibilities
- Install, configure, test, and troubleshoot access control hardware (readers, controllers, door hardware, panels, credentials) and video surveillance hardware (cameras, intercoms, emergency intercoms).
- Perform application-level configuration and administration of access control and video management systems.
- Diagnose and resolve system, hardware, and network-related issues, escalating complex problems as needed.
- Support the deployment, commissioning, and upgrade of technical security systems across sites.
- Coordinate with vendors and integrators on service calls, warranty issues, and system upgrades.
- Assist in managing small-to-medium technical security projects, including scheduling, tracking tasks, and reporting status to Technical Security Application Engineers.
- Perform preventative maintenance and health checks to ensure system uptime and reliability.
- Configure and troubleshoot networking components supporting security systems (IP addressing, VLANs, switches, PoE, basic firewall/port configuration) in collaboration with Network Engineering teams.
- Maintain accurate device inventory and hardware/spares stock for supported sites.
- Communicate updates on project progress, system issues, and resolutions to internal stakeholders.
Qualifications
- 3+ years of hands-on experience installing, configuring, and troubleshooting physical access control and/or video surveillance systems.
- Experience with Genetec Security Center.
- Experience troubleshooting hardware, cabling, and low-voltage systems.
- Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams, floor plans, and technical documentation.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to update stakeholders on technical work and project status.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a proactive problem-solving mindset.
- Familiarity with low-voltage cabling standards and structured cabling best practices.
- U.S. citizenship is required pursuant to contractual obligations.
Skills
Required:Physical access control systems (PACS) installation and troubleshootingVideo surveillance systems (VMS) installation and troubleshootingGenetec Security CenterNetworking for security systems
Benefits
- Competitive benefits package (health, recovery, and related support) available at little to no cost to employees
Last updated Oct 21, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.
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