Physical Security Technology Project Manager @ Gloucester, MA (Onsite)

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Physical Security Technology Project Manager to lead enterprise physical security projects from site assessment and design coordination through installation, programming, commissioning, and operational handover.

The ideal candidate must have strong experience managing physical security technology implementations, including access control systems, CCTV/IP cameras, video management systems (VMS), and intrusion detection systems. This role requires hands-on project delivery experience, construction site coordination, vendor management, and an understanding of network integration and onboarding of IoT security devices.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end physical security technology projects, including planning, site walks, design coordination, installation, commissioning, and handover.

• Conduct construction site walks and surveys to assess installation readiness and infrastructure requirements.

• Lead installation, programming, configuration, and commissioning of security systems across multiple projects/sites.

• Manage internal teams, external vendors, contractors, and installation partners to ensure timely and successful project delivery.

• Coordinate with network and IT teams for onboarding and connectivity of security IoT devices, including IP cameras, access control panels, and intrusion panels.

• Ensure proper network integration, including IP addressing, VLAN, PoE, and connectivity requirements.

• Develop project plans, schedules, budgets, milestones, and resource allocation; monitor progress and manage risks.

• Coordinate with business stakeholders and technical teams, providing regular project updates and resolving implementation challenges.

• Ensure installations comply with enterprise physical security standards and technical specifications.

• Manage system testing, commissioning documentation, acceptance, and final handover to security operations.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• 10+ years of experience in Physical Security, Electronic Security Systems, or Security Technology Project Management.

• Proven experience managing physical security installation and implementation projects, preferably across multiple sites.

• Strong knowledge of Access Control, CCTV, IP Cameras, Video Management Systems (VMS), and Intrusion Detection Systems.

• Experience with enterprise security platforms such as C-CURE, Avigilon, Genetec, or Lenel/OnGuard.

• Hands-on experience with construction site walks, security system installation, programming, integration, and commissioning.

• Understanding of network-connected security devices and IoT onboarding, including TCP/IP, VLAN, PoE, IP addressing, and network connectivity.

• Experience managing vendors, contractors, project schedules, budgets, and cross-functional teams.

• Strong stakeholder communication, project reporting, and problem-solving skills.

• Bachelor's/Associate degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred: PSP certification or experience with structured project management methodologies such as Agile or PMM.