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Senior Electronic Security Engineer

MANDEX INC
Charleston, SC Full Time
POSTED ON 10/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/7/2026

Senior Electronic Security Engineer

North Charleston, SC

On-site



Your future duties and responsibilities:


  • Provide senior-level engineering and technical expertise for the design, integration, implementation, testing, and sustainment of electronic security systems.
  • Lead and support the development, integration, and deployment of access control, intrusion detection, video surveillance, alarm, and integrated security management systems.
  • Collaborate with Government Project Leads, IPT Leads, Systems Engineers, CORs, and contractor personnel to define requirements and develop effective security solutions.
  • Develop, review, and maintain engineering plans, system requirements, designs, technical specifications, test plans, and other required technical documentation.
  • Evaluate electronic security technologies, products, and solutions; identify technical risks and develop recommendations and solutions that meet operational, technical, and security requirements.
  • Provide technical leadership and subject matter expertise throughout system planning, design, testing, deployment, operation, troubleshooting, and ongoing sustainment.


Required qualifications to be successful in this role:


Experience:

  • Minimum of ten (10) years of experience in the electronic security systems field.
  • Demonstrated experience in engineering, design, integration, implementation, testing, or sustainment of electronic security systems and solutions.
  • Experience providing technical leadership and engineering support for complex electronic security and physical security systems.
  • Experience evaluating electronic security products, technologies, and solutions and developing recommendations based on operational and technical requirements.
  • Experience developing and reviewing engineering documentation, system designs, technical specifications, test documentation, and other technical deliverables.
  • Experience coordinating with Government customers, project managers, systems engineers, security professionals, and other technical stakeholders.
  • Experience with electronic security technologies such as access control, intrusion detection, video surveillance, alarm systems, security communications, and integrated security management systems is highly desirable.
  • Experience supporting Department of Defense (DoD), Federal Government, military, or other high-security environments is highly desirable.


Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree or higher in Engineering from an accredited university or college.


Certification:

  • Professional Engineer (PE) certification is highly desirable.
  • Certified Protection Professional (CPP) certification is highly desirable.
  • Physical Security Professional (PSP) certification is highly desirable.
  • Candidates possessing both CPP and PSP certifications are strongly preferred.
  • Other relevant electronic security, physical security, or manufacturer/OEM certifications, including Certified Systems Engineering and Integration Professional (CSEIP) or applicable OEM certifications, are highly desirable.

Security Level:

  • Must possess and be able to maintain a secret security clearance.


Travel Requirements:

  • Ability to travel up to 75% of the time.


Key Personnel Requirement:

  • The Senior Electronic Security Engineer is designated as a Key Personnel position for the base contract.
  • The proposed individual must demonstrate through their resume that they meet or exceed the minimum experience, education, and professional certification requirements identified in the Performance Work Statement (PWS).
  • Resumes should clearly identify relevant electronic security systems engineering experience and applicable active professional certifications.


Other Requirements:

  • Must be a U.S Citizen


What you can expect from us:


MANDEX, Inc has over 50 years of experience in all facets of information technology including systems engineering; systems testing; systems design and implementation; cybersecurity and information assurance; electronic and physical security; as well as logistics and warehousing.


MANDEX, Inc. is a collaborative, mission-driven organization where professional advancement, supportive leadership, and an inclusive culture are the core of everything we do! Come work with us!


Benefits we offer:


  • Health insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Employee assistance program
  • Short-term disability
  • Long-term disability
  • Health savings account
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Basic Life & Disability insurances
  • Voluntary AD&D Insurance
  • Voluntary Accident Insurance
  • Voluntary Critical Illness Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan (MANDEX, Inc offer pre-tax and post-tax Roth contributions, and match 100% of the first 6% elected contribution)


Additional Information


  • Interview Round 1
  • Interview Round 2
  • Background Checks & Drug Screening
  • Offer Letter
  • Your NEXT big challenge begins



MANDEX, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, disability, veterans’ status, age, or other legally protected status.

MANDEX Inc. reserves the right to perform background screening and drug testing prior to extending offers of employment.

MANDEX attracts and retains smart and motivated professionals in the government contracting industry. We offer competitive salaries and excellent benefits packages, including a matched 401(k) plan.

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