Senior Physical Security Design Consultant

The mission of Corporate Security is to provide for the safety and security of customers, employees, and assets through a multi-hazard planning and risk management process that involves implementing security initiatives that mitigate threats and vulnerabilities across the rail network, all within a fiscally responsible and efficient approach. To support this effort, Corporate Security assesses vulnerabilities, identifies, and develops appropriate mitigating security projects. Corporate Security projects can be either stand-alone or part of a new build, renovation, and/or upgrade to existing facilities, stations, or yards.

2. SCOPE

For this Task Order, Corporate Security requests firms to provide an Solution Architect - Senior to support the security program which is responsible for protecting passengers, employees, and assets.  The selected candidate will be involved in all phases of the physical and electronic security aspects of the Corporate Security program. The Solution Architect - Senior shall serve as the Corporate Security Subject Matter Expert (SME) for electronic security systems engineering and design compliance. The individual will review and evaluate security system designs prepared by consultants, architects, engineers, and contractors to ensure compliance with security standards, operational requirements, and industry best practices.

Responsibilities

• Review design packages at Concept, 30%, 60%, 90%, and Final Design phases.

• Review security drawings, specifications, calculations, and equipment schedules.

• Verify compliance with security design standards.

• Review and comment on:

o CCTV systems

o Access Control Systems

o Intrusion Detection Systems

o Perimeter Detection Systems

o Security Communications Systems

o Security Operations Center integrations

• Participate in design review meetings with internal stakeholders and project teams.

• Develop and maintain security design standards and technical specifications.

• Review contractor submittals and shop drawings.

• Support Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), Site Acceptance Tests (SAT), and commissioning activities.

• Provide technical recommendations regarding technology selection and lifecycle replacement strategies

• Provide SME in security vulnerability assessments 

• Provide SME during the construction and implementation of the security design. 

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ten (10) or more years of professional experience in the design, review, and application of physical and electronic security systems for two or more of the following sectors involving new construction, redevelopment, and renovation:

o Commercial Office

o Industrial

o Transportation Systems

o Transportation Infrastructure

• Ten (10) or more years of professional experience creating detailed functional designs and associated Concepts of Operation (CONOPS) that leverage the following risk mitigation techniques:

o Video Surveillance

o Physical Access Control

o Portal-based Intrusion Detection

o Wide-area Perimeter Intrusion Detection

o Active Deterrents

o Physical Barriers

o Psychological Barriers

• Current PSP or CPP certification from the American Society for Industrial Security (ASIS International)

• Current Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design Professional Designation (CPD) certification from the National Institute of Crime Prevention (NICP)

Preferred Qualification

• Certification from one or more IP surveillance camera (IP-CCTV) manufacturers: 

o Axis

o Avigilon

o Sony

o Bosch

• Certification from one or more Video Management System (VMS) manufacturers:

o Avigilon

o Genetec

o Milestone

• Certification from one or more Physical Access Control System (PACS) manufacturers:

o Galaxy

o Lenel/S2

o Software House

• Familiarity with state and national building and other codes related to physical and electronic security systems (NEC/NFPA 70, ADA, ICC, ASCE).

• Familiarity with inter-city passenger rail operations, infrastructure, and pertinent safety and security regulations.

People Skills

• Strong interpersonal and time management skills

• Ability to prioritize and concurrently service multiple projects.

• Maintain effective communication with the program manager, project managers, and team members.

• Interacts well with other disciplines and clients in a manner that builds productive and trusted relationships.

• Excellent planning and organization skills are required for our demanding environment, and must be highly motivated, proactive, and willing to take on new duties.

• Analytical person.

• Excellent analytical skills

• Excellent communication skills

Why Choose Cogent? Cogent Infotech stands at the forefront of technology consulting and is recognized globally for its award-winning services. With our headquarters in Pittsburgh, PA, USA, we specialize in guiding enterprises through digital transformation, leveraging the power of emerging technologies such as Cloud Computing, Cybersecurity, Data Analytics, and AI. Our mission is to provide innovative workforce solutions that address the complex challenges faced by today’s businesses.

As an ISO-certified firm and appraised at CMMI level 3, our reputation for excellence is well-established. We are proud to collaborate with over 70 Fortune 500 companies and more than 150 Federal C State agencies, delivering cutting-edge technology solutions that drive success.

Cogent is an equal opportunity employer. Cogent will not discriminate against applicants or employees based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth or related medical condition), genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, military status, citizenship, or any other class protected by applicable law.