Physical Security Engineer

Your Job

Are you passionate about designing and securing enterprise-scale physical security systems that protect people, facilities, and critical assets? Molex is seeking a Physical Security Engineer to lead the design, implementation, integration, and support of global physical security platforms. In this role, you will serve as the technical subject matter expert for video surveillance, access control, and enterprise security technologies, ensuring systems are reliable, scalable, secure, and aligned with operational requirements.

You will collaborate with global stakeholders, IT teams, facilities, vendors, and security partners to architect and support Genetec-based security solutions while driving innovation through automation, integrations, and continuous improvement.

Our Team

The Global Physical Security team is responsible for protecting Molex employees, facilities, and assets through the design and operation of enterprise security solutions. The team supports access control, video surveillance, security system integrations, and global security operations while partnering closely with Facilities, IT, Cybersecurity, HR, and external vendors to maintain a secure and compliant environment.

What You Will Do

• Design and deliver scalable enterprise physical security solutions including video surveillance and access control systems.
• Lead architecture, deployment, and lifecycle management of Genetec Security Center platforms across global locations.
• Develop security infrastructure strategies that support system resiliency, redundancy, and business continuity.
• Integrate physical security platforms with enterprise applications, identity management systems, and business workflows.
• Configure and optimize access control, video management, and security automation solutions.
• Partner with global stakeholders to define system requirements and execute security technology projects.
• Drive operational excellence through automation, reporting, monitoring, and process improvements.
• Serve as a Tier II/III technical escalation resource and provide expert troubleshooting for complex system issues.
• Lead testing, commissioning, and validation activities to ensure solutions meet operational and compliance requirements.
• Maintain security documentation, standards, and governance practices supporting global deployments.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend enhancements that improve security effectiveness and operational efficiency.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science, Business, or a related technical discipline; equivalent experience may be considered.
• 6+ years of experience supporting enterprise physical security systems, including video surveillance and access control technologies.
• Experience designing, implementing, commissioning, and maintaining large-scale physical security system deployments.
• Experience with enterprise Video Management Systems (VMS) and Access Control platforms.
• Knowledge of enterprise networking concepts including TCP/IP, LAN/WAN, routing, switching, and network troubleshooting.
• Experience with Windows Server infrastructure, virtualization technologies, storage systems, and high-availability environments.
• Experience with Active Directory integration, identity management, and role-based access control.
• Understanding of ONVIF standards, IP camera technologies, and access control hardware.
• Ability to communicate technical information effectively to technical and non-technical audiences.

What Will Put You Ahead

• Genetec Security Center certifications.
• Hands-on experience with Omnicast, Synergis, Federation, Security Center Directory, Archiver, Media Router, and Access Manager.
• Experience integrating physical security platforms with HR systems, identity management platforms, and enterprise applications.
• Proficiency with scripting, APIs, SDK development, and automation technologies.
• AutoCAD experience for system documentation, security layouts, and engineering drawings.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity principles related to physical security systems.
• Experience supporting enterprise deployments across multiple global locations.
• Familiarity with project management methodologies and continuous improvement practices.
• Experience with compliance and regulatory frameworks including GDPR, ISO, and SOC controls.

At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.

Who We Are

As a Koch company, Molex is a leading supplier of connectors and interconnect components, driving innovation in electronics and supporting industries from automotive to health care and consumer to data communications. The thousands of innovators who work for Molex have made us a global electronics leader. Our experienced people, groundbreaking products and leading-edge technologies help us deliver a wider array of solutions to more markets than ever before.

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.