Security Systems Engineer

The role

You will design, implement and maintain physical security systems that protect Palantir's people, assets and reputation. You will lead the research and evaluation of security technology and work with technical teams on end-to-end project plans and on-time delivery.

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 best solutions to problems quickly.
• Leverage system and software engineering skills to meet the needs of all teams in Global Safety and Security.
• 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 project phases.
• Present project updates, status reports and risk summaries to leadership.
• Ensure deliverables meet internal security policies, regulatory requirements (e.g., 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.
• Strong engineering background, preferred in fields such as Computer Science, Mathematics, Software Engineering or Physics.
• Demonstrated ability to learn continuously, work independently and make decisions with minimal supervision.
• Willingness and interest to travel up to 25% of the time.

Nice to have

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

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision insurance, plus voluntary life insurance
• Basic life, AD&D and disability insurance, automatically covered
• 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 throughout the calendar year
• 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

• This role is NOT for cyber security or information security positions.
• Active TS security clearance is a plus; willingness and eligibility to obtain one is also accepted.

About the company

Palantir builds software for data-driven decisions and operations, used by partners to develop lifesaving drugs, forecast supply chain disruptions and locate missing children.