ICT Security Specialist

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. We believe building engineering is more than systems and structures; it’s about powering progress and enabling innovation. As part of HDR’s Building Engineering Services Group, you’ll help design the critical infrastructure that supports the digital age and shapes the spaces where people work, connect, and thrive.

From high-performance data centers driving the future of AI to dynamic commercial environments, your work will directly support technological advancement, sustainability, and human experience. We bring together mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil engineering experts to solve complex design challenges with precision, creativity, and collaboration. Whether you're optimizing energy efficiency, integrating resilient systems, or engineering the backbone of next-generation facilities, your contributions will help define the future of the built environment. This isn’t just a job; it’s a chance to lead innovation, engineer impact, and build a legacy of excellence.

Primary Responsibilities

• The ICT/Security Specialist will be expected to complete a variety of project tasks including but not limited to the following:
• General engineering knowledge of either the telecommunication (Horizontal/Backbone cabling) or electronic security systems (access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection etc.) and operational coordination with commercial hardware.
• Show ability to design cabling pathways such as conduits or cable tray systems as well as proper bonding systems.
• Meet with project clients to evaluate, define and review customer needs/objectives and ensure those requirements are met within the project design.
• Define and develop complete project related construction documents to include all design documents (SD, DD, CD) to show design intent, project specifications and assist with system related activities within all construction administration (CA) activities.
• Coordinate with integrated, multidisciplinary project teams to develop functional requirements, system designs and other project related requirements.
• Edit telecommunication or security specification specifically to the specific project.
• Maintain knowledge of current industry product offerings and research new emerging technologies.
• Assist in problem resolution and technical troubleshooting when field support is needed.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Associate or technical school degree, or combination of education and relevant experience.
• 2-10 years of related work experience.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must.
• Ability to work in different forms of computer software such as Building Information Modeling (BIM); “Revit”, PDF software, Microsoft and Google software.

Preferred Qualifications

• Engineering Bachelor’s degree, RCDD or PSP is preferred.
• Entry level to five years of related work experience.
• “Can-Do” and problem-solving mind-set.
• Ability to meet deadlines, handle multiple tasks independently, on schedule and under budget.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written).
• Ability to work in a high-velocity environment managing multiple tasks while maintaining attention to detail and workmanship quality.
• Strong computer skills and proficiency or ability to work in Bluebeam and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work in Revit, AutoCAD is a bonus.
• Must be able to learn new applications quickly.
• Knowledge of engineering drawings and design standards and practices.
• Strong desire for continuous learning and professional education.

Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Preference given to local candidates.