Metro Security Project Engineer RedCloud Consulting is a business and IT consulting company with local Puget Sound Enterprise and Mid-sized clients. RedCloud seeks a Metro Security Project Engineer to support immediate client operations. Seattle Business Magazine has recognized us, ranked #1 on their \"Best Companies to Work for in Washington\" for Mid-Sized Businesses list, awarded #1 Fastest Growing Company in Washington by Puget Sound Business Journal, and named on the Inc. 500/5000 list. Overview The Local Security Project Engineer serves as the dedicated owner's representative for the physical security scope across data center construction projects. This role drives onsite coordination, ensures adherence to security design standards, and acts as the primary liaison between internal stakeholders, General Contractors (GCs), and Security Integrators (SIs). Each engineer will support 3–4 data center projects within a 60minute drive in a given metro. This role reports via dotted line to the site data center services team, partners closely with onsite project teams, and aligns with the regional client team for technical guidance. Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To PreConstruction & Strategic Planning Develop and plan the security construction program with early engagement to enable smooth execution. Review A/E drawings, design standards, and related documents; provide expert guidance to GCs and SIs. Lead security kickoff meetings with all project stakeholders. Onsite Execution & Coordination Serve as the primary onsite point of contact for all physical security matters. Guide GCs and SIs to execute work in alignment with approved security designs. Facilitate coordination between security integrators and other trades (electrical, civil, networking, etc.) to resolve conflicts and maintain logical work sequencing. Participate in—and when needed, organize—regular onsite project meetings to track progress, address blockers, and report status to construction teams. Quality Assurance & Compliance Provide thorough reporting to the site construction manager to ensure all installations meet quality standards. Validate mockups and subsequent field installations against drawings and design standards. Conduct comprehensive site validation using the SORT Checklist to determine turnover readiness. Issue Management & Communication Identify and document onsite issues proactively; collaborate with design teams and SMEs to develop improvement plans. Act as the central point for escalation of onsite security issues and RFIs, ensuring timely resolution. Commissioning & Project Closeout Drive Levels 2–4 of the security commissioning process, coordinating with SIs, thirdparty commissioning agents, and internal teams. Own and manage the security punch list to ensure all deficiencies are corrected prior to system acceptance. Oversee the SORT closeout process to ensure complete and accurate documentation and smooth handover to SecOps. Role Structure & Geographic Requirements Engineers will be deployed based on metrolevel project demand. Each assignment may require travel within a defined metropolitan region (typically within 60 minutes of project sites). Roles support multiple global regions, including APAC, EMEA, LATAM, and the U.S. (Central, East, and West). Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities 7+ years of experience in physical security systems, construction engineering, or a related field. Strong understanding of access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection, and related infrastructure. Prior experience in QA/QC work in the physical security space strongly preferred. Prior experience in data centers and/or other highly regulated environments strongly preferred. Experience coordinating crossfunctional construction teams. Ability to interpret A/E drawings and technical design standards. Excellent communication, problemsolving, and issuemanagement capabilities. Willingness to travel within assigned metro areas. RedCloud requires employees have the legal ability to work in the country hired during their employment period. During onboarding, proof of eligibility to work in the applicable country will be requested. RedCloud does not provide visa sponsorship. About Us RedCloud?is a boutique, business and technology consulting firm providing local companies with expert-level support for over two decades. Whether it's to solve a specific business challenge or to provide additional support for an ambitious project, we can help bring even the most visionary endeavors to fruition.? Anchored by a foundation of \"integrity-based consulting\", the?RedCloud?team of subject matter experts collaborate closely with clients to develop and implement high-level solutions, bringing stability, growth, and innovation together for long-term success. We provide a broad array of business and technology consulting services through?RedCloud's?core practices: Data & AI, Delivery Excellence, Digital Solutions, Marketing & Sales, Privacy, Security, and Strategy & Transformation. Visit for more info.