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

Role Overview

Security Systems Engineer (Access Control & CCTV) at DeepSource Technologies in Riyadh, KSA.

Role Purpose

Operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and support Siemens access control and CCTV security systems, including installation, configuration, commissioning, and integration with site control management systems.

Key Responsibilities

Operations & Monitoring

• Monitor access control systems, CCTV systems, cameras, recording systems, video management platforms, and related network equipment.
• Operate Siemens access control and CCTV systems under site operating conditions.

Maintenance & Troubleshooting

• Troubleshoot and maintain Siemens access control and CCTV systems.
• Troubleshoot hardware, software, communication, networking, and system integration issues.
• Diagnose system failures and implement corrective and preventive maintenance activities.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, system modifications, incidents, and troubleshooting activities.

Configuration & Installation

• Install, configure, commission, and test control and security system components.
• Configure and maintain access control systems, including controllers, readers, door interfaces, credentials, alarms, and associated equipment.
• Perform system configuration, parameterization, and programming as required.

Integration & Technical Support

• Support the integration and communication between security systems and other site control and management systems.
• Coordinate with vendors, subcontractors, site teams, and other technical disciplines when required.

Testing & Verification

• Conduct system testing, commissioning, functional checks, and performance verification.

Technical Documentation

• Review and interpret electrical, control, instrumentation, network, and system architecture drawings.
• Prepare technical reports and provide recommendations for system improvement and reliability.

Compliance

• Ensure all work is performed in accordance with applicable company procedures, technical standards, and HSE requirements.

Qualifications & Experience

• 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.
• Experience with system commissioning, configuration, testing, and maintenance.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong troubleshooting and fault-finding capabilities.
• Good understanding of control panels, controllers, I/O systems, communication networks, and system interfaces.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, wiring diagrams, control schematics, and system architecture diagrams.
• Strong technical reporting and documentation skills.
• Good command of English, both written and spoken.
• Ability to work independently and effectively under site operating conditions.
• Familiarity with industrial communication protocols and Ethernet/IP-based networks.
• Experience in integrating security and control systems with centralized monitoring or management platforms.
• Siemens-related technical training or certifications.