Physical Security Engineer

June 30, 2026

NOW HIRING Physical Security Engineer Remote (Texas-based) | Full-Time | Travel ~25% <div style="border: none; border-bottom: solid #1B365D 1.5pt; padding: 0in 0in 4.0pt 0in;"> $90,000 – $130,000 annually, commensurate with experience </div> <div style="border: none; border-bottom: solid #1B365D 1.0pt; padding: 0in 0in 2.0pt 0in;"> About BCG Corp </div> Bernardo Consulting Group (BCG) is an independent physical security consulting firm headquartered near Dallas, TX. We design access control, video surveillance, and intrusion detection systems for hyperscale data center clients, working alongside leading architecture and engineering firms across North America. We are known for reliability, attention to detail, deep technical expertise, and the ability to meet demanding schedules on some of the most complex critical-infrastructure design projects in the industry. We are a lean, founder-led firm in a growth phase, and we invest in process, people, and the long view. Our people work remotely, collaborate across time zones, and own meaningful pieces of the business from day one. <div style="border: none; border-bottom: solid #1B365D 1.0pt; padding: 0in 0in 2.0pt 0in;"> About the Role </div> The Physical Security Engineer joins BCG's design and project management team as a technical leader on hyperscale data center security programs. You will lead physical security designs end-to-end, serve as a subject matter expert, and coordinate across disciplines with architecture, engineering, and other partners. This is a remote role that requires periodic travel, up to 25%, for construction administration. Day-to-day responsibilities include remote attendance at project design meetings and design coordination with our production team. Construction administration activities include attending owner, architect, and contractor meetings, answering contractor RFIs, approving contractor submittals, and conducting onsite inspections and creating site observation reports to validate that construction follows our design plans. This is a high-trust, high-autonomy role working directly with senior leadership and clients. Sound technical judgment, follow-through, and a client-focused approach are essential. <div style="border: none; border-bottom: solid #1B365D 1.0pt; padding: 0in 0in 2.0pt 0in;"> What You'll Do </div> <ul style="margin-top: 0in; margin-bottom: 4.0pt;"> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 4pt 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Lead physical security designs for clients end-to-end, coordinating with other disciplines and applying physical security best practices and procedures.</li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 4pt 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Serve as a subject matter expert on access control, video surveillance, and intrusion detection for critical-infrastructure and data center environments.</li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 4pt 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Travel periodically for site assessments, internal design meetings, construction reviews, and coordination with design consultants from other disciplines (up to 25%).</li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 4pt 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Perform construction administration — Attend owner, architect, and contractor meetings, answer contractor RFIs, approve contractor submittals, and conduct onsite inspections and create site observation reports.</li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 4pt 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Research industry best practices and make recommendations that strengthen BCG's design standards.</li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 4pt 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Contribute to configuration and installation documentation and develop and incorporate security-based requirements into designs.</li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 4pt 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Collaborate across a remote 15-person team with clear, professional written and verbal communication.</li> </ul> <p style="margin: 13pt 0in 6pt; padding: 0in; border-width: medium medium 1pt; border-style: none none solid; border-color: currentcolor currentcolor rgb(27, 54, 93); border-image: initial; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">What You Bring <ul style="margin-top: 0in; margin-bottom: 4.0pt;"> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 4pt 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering field, or equivalent additional experience.</li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 4pt 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">5+ years of physical security engineering experience.</li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 4pt 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Proven data center security design experience (hyperscaler preferred).</li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 4pt 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Experience designing with industry-leading security products.</li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 4pt 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Strong working knowledge of access control, video surveillance, and intrusion detection.</li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 4pt 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Cross-discipline coordination experience (Architecture, Electrical, Mechanical, and Structural).</li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 4pt 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">U.S. citizenship and security clearance eligibility.</li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 4pt 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with proven remote team collaboration.</li> </ul> <p style="margin: 13pt 0in 6pt; padding: 0in; border-width: medium medium 1pt; border-style: none none solid; border-color: currentcolor currentcolor rgb(27, 54, 93); border-image: initial; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Nice to Have <ul style="margin-top: 0in; margin-bottom: 4.0pt;"> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 4pt 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) certification.</li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 4pt 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">ASIS Physical Security Professional (PSP) certification.</li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 4pt 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Proficiency with design and documentation tools — Autodesk Forma, Bluebeam Revu, and working knowledge of AutoCAD and Revit (BCG's production team produces deliverables).</li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 4pt 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Exposure to drone technology integration, biometric systems, or augmented reality design visualization.</li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 4pt 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Prior work on hyperscale data center security programs.</li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 4pt 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Experience managing subcontractors or leading design teams.</li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 4pt 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Background in government, healthcare, or mission-critical facility security design.</li> </ul> <p style="margin: 13pt 0in 6pt; padding: 0in; border-width: medium medium 1pt; border-style: none none solid; border-color: currentcolor currentcolor rgb(27, 54, 93); border-image: initial; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Work Setup This is a remote role with approximately 25% travel for site assessments and construction administration. Candidates must be based in Texas within convenient reach of a major airport to support efficient project travel. Relocation options are available for the right candidate. Core business hours overlap with US Central Time is expected. BCG provides all necessary equipment — laptop, monitor, peripherals, and secure remote access — shipped directly to your home. You will need a reliable high-speed internet connection, a private workspace suitable for confidential phone and video conversations, and consistent availability during agreed working hours. <div style="border: none; border-bottom: solid #1B365D 1.0pt; padding: 0in 0in 2.0pt 0in;"> Compensation & Benefits </div> Base salary range $90,000 – $130,000, dependent on experience, with flexibility for exceptional candidates. BCG benefits include medical, dental, vision, company-contributed 401(k), and paid time off. Specific plan details are shared during the offer process. BCG offers direct exposure to senior leadership, meaningful ownership of outcomes from day one, and a professional, growth-oriented environment. <div style="border: none; border-bottom: solid #1B365D 1.0pt; padding: 0in 0in 2.0pt 0in;"> How to Apply </div> To apply, please submit your resume and a brief cover letter at <a href="https://www.bernardoconsultinggroup.com">www.bernardoconsultinggroup.com</a>. In your cover letter, please share a brief example of a physical security design challenge you owned end-to-end — the project, the platforms and disciplines involved, and the outcome. Our hiring process includes an initial phone screen, a panel interview, reference checks, and a background check prior to offer extension. We aim to keep our process efficient and transparent. <div style="border: none; border-bottom: solid #1B365D 1.0pt; padding: 0in 0in 2.0pt 0in;"> Equal Opportunity </div> BCG Corp is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If you require an accommodation, please contact us through our website.

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