Security Systems Engineer (Access Control & CCTV)- Riyadh, KSA

The successful candidate will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following:

• Operation, monitoring, troubleshooting, and maintenance of Siemens access control and CCTV systems.
• Installation, configuration, commissioning, and testing of control and security system components.
• Troubleshooting hardware, software, communication, networking, and system integration issues.
• Configuration and maintenance of access control systems, including controllers, readers, door interfaces, credentials, alarms, and associated equipment.
• Monitoring and troubleshooting of CCTV systems, cameras, recording systems, video management platforms, and related network equipment.
• Diagnosing system failures and implementing corrective and preventive maintenance activities.
• Performing system configuration, parameterize, and programming as required.
• Supporting the integration and communication between security systems and other site control/management systems.
• Reviewing and interpreting electrical, control, instrumentation, network, and system architecture drawings.
• Conducting system testing, commissioning, functional checks, and performance verification.
• Maintaining accurate records of maintenance activities, system modifications, incidents, and troubleshooting activities.
• Preparing technical reports and providing recommendations for system improvement and reliability.
• Coordinating with vendors, subcontractors, site teams, and other technical disciplines when required.
• Ensuring all work is performed in accordance with applicable company procedures, technical standards, and HSE requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Control Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Automation, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant hands-on experience in control, automation, security, or integrated site systems.
• Demonstrated practical experience with Siemens security, access control, CCTV, or related control systems.
• Strong troubleshooting and fault-finding capabilities.
• Good understanding of control panels, controllers, I/O systems, communication networks, and system interfaces.
• Experience with system commissioning, configuration, testing, and maintenance.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, wiring diagrams, control schematics, and system architecture diagrams.
• Familiarity with industrial communication protocols and Ethernet/IP-based networks would be an advantage.
• Experience in integrating security and control systems with centralized monitoring or management platforms is preferred.
• Siemens-related technical training or certifications would be an advantage.
• Good command of English, both written and spoken.
• Strong technical reporting and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and effectively under site operating conditions.