CCTV Engineer

AECOM • Arlington, VA

3d • $150,000 - $220,000 • Onsite

About The Position

AECOM is currently seeking an experienced CCTV Engineer to join our growing team in support of the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) in the Arlington, VA area.

Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in Engineering, Information Technology, or equivalent plus 8 years of related experience, or Associate’s degree in Electronics, Information Technology, Security Systems, or a related field with 6 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• Valid U.S Driver’s License required to visit project sites, clients, and other AECOM offices. As a condition of employment, selected candidate must pass a Motor Vehicle Records review
• Due to the projects associated with the position a US Citizenship is required
• 5 years of experience installing and maintaining CCTV or electronic security systems

Nice To Haves

• Industry certifications (e.g., Axis, Milestone, Genetec, Lenel, CCNA, BICSI)
• Strong knowledge of IP-based and analog camera systems and video management software
• Experience with network infrastructure, including TCP/IP, PoE, switches, and cabling
• Ability to read technical drawings, schematics, and system layouts
• Proficiency in diagnosing and resolving system performance issues
• Familiarity with security regulations, data privacy requirements, and best practices
• Experience with large-scale or enterprise surveillance systems
• Experience working in transportation, government, healthcare, or critical infrastructure environments
• Technical problem-solving and analytical skills
• Attention to detail and system accuracy
• Strong communication and documentation abilities
• Time management and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and in team environments

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and engineer CCTV and video surveillance infrastructure to support organizational security and operational requirements
• Plan and specify system architecture, including camera networks, server/storage systems, control rooms, and network connectivity
• Conduct site surveys and risk assessments to determine optimal system layout, camera placement, coverage zones, and equipment requirements
• Serves as lead engineer on mid- to large size projects
• Provides specialized technical input to studies and design for staff's specific area of expertise
• Approves and signs off on work
• Provides technical expertise for studies and design efforts
• Presents complex technical solutions to clients
• Performs quality control reviews of work developed by others
• Participates in development of technical proposals
• Provides estimates for the engineering budget and schedule to meet requirements on large projects.
• Develop technical drawings, layouts, and infrastructure documentation for new installations and system expansions
• Select appropriate hardware, software, and network components based on performance, scalability, and security needs
• Install, configure, and commission CCTV systems in accordance with approved designs and industry standards
• Integrate surveillance systems with access control, intrusion detection, and enterprise network platforms
• Perform system testing, troubleshooting, and performance optimization to ensure reliability and image quality
• Manage system upgrades, capacity planning, and technology refresh initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies, privacy regulations, and applicable security standards
• Provide technical guidance and support to security teams, IT staff, and other stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate engineering documentation, including network diagrams, system configurations, and as-built drawings
• Coordinate with vendors, contractors, and project teams throughout design, installation, and implementation phases
• Must be on-site 4 days/week

Benefits

• AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level