Security Systems Engineer

The role

You will design, implement and maintain physical security systems that protect people, assets and reputation at Palantir. You will lead project delivery across teams and time zones, with travel worldwide. This role is not for cyber or information security positions.

What you will do

• Design and oversee technical aspects of projects from conception to full deployment
• Work with vendors and end users to fix system problems quickly
• Engineer solutions for the needs of Global Safety and Security teams
• Prepare standard operating procedures, protocols and security standards
• Schedule, test and implement server operating system releases
• Develop project plans, timelines, budgets and resource allocation
• Present project updates, status reports and risk summaries to leadership
• Ensure deliverables meet internal policies and regulations such as GDPR, NIST, ISO 27001 and PCI-DSS
• Validate that 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 troubleshooting 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
• Proficiency with enterprise Physical Access Control Systems
• Proficiency with Intruder Detection Systems, Communication Systems and security hardware
• Proficiency in 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

Nice to have

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

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision insurance for employees and eligible dependents
• Voluntary life insurance
• 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 needs
• 10 paid holidays per 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

• Active TS security clearance is a plus; willingness and eligibility to obtain one is also accepted
• Travel of up to 25% of the time is expected

About the company

Palantir builds software for data-driven decisions and operations, used by partners for work such as developing drugs, forecasting supply chain disruptions and locating missing children. It describes itself as a global company with offices in many locations.