Security Systems Engineer

The role

You will design, implement and maintain physical security systems that protect Palantir's people, assets, intellectual property and reputation. You will lead projects across the world, working with technical teams and vendors from concept to full deployment.

What you will do

• Design and oversee the technical aspects of projects from conception to full deployment.
• Work with vendors and end users to find the fastest solutions to system problems.
• Leverage system and software engineering skills to meet the needs of Global Safety and Security teams.
• Prepare and document standard operating procedures, protocols and security standards.
• Schedule, test and implement enhancements or new releases of server operating systems.
• Develop project plans, timelines, budgets and resource allocation for all phases.
• Present project updates, status reports and risk summaries to leadership.
• Ensure deliverables meet internal policies, regulations (GDPR, NIST, ISO 27001, PCI-DSS) and industry standards.
• Validate that implemented security controls are effective before project closure.
• Prioritize tasks across competing deadlines and manage scope changes.

Required qualifications

• 5+ years' experience maintaining, installing, managing and problem-solving on security systems and related technologies.
• Familiarity with data structures, storage systems, cloud infrastructure, front-end frameworks and other technical tools.
• Proficiency with enterprise Video Management Systems, enterprise Physical Access Control Systems, Intruder Detection Systems, Communication Systems and security hardware.
• Proficiency with programming languages such as Java, C++, Python, JavaScript or similar.
• Experience supporting Global Security Operations Centers, offices and remote outposts.
• Demonstrated ability to learn continuously, work independently and make decisions with minimal supervision.
• Strong engineering background, preferred in Computer Science, Mathematics, Software Engineering or Physics.

Nice to have

• Active TS security clearance, or willingness and eligibility to obtain one.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision insurance, plus voluntary life insurance for employees and eligible dependents
• Automatic basic life, AD&D and disability insurance
• Commuter benefits
• Take what you need paid time off, not accrual based
• 2 weeks paid time off built into the end of each year (subject to team and business needs)
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Supportive leave of absence program, including military service and medical events
• Paid leave for new parents and subsidized back-up care for all parents
• Fertility and family building benefits, including adoption, surrogacy and preservation
• Stipend for expenses that come with a new child
• 401k plan

Before you apply

• Palantir will never ask you to submit a payment or share financial information during the interview process.

About the company

Palantir builds software for data-driven decisions and operations, helping partners develop lifesaving drugs, forecast supply chain disruptions and locate missing children. It is an Equal Opportunity Employer.