Summary
Department: CISO / CSO
Location: 10: Star - 1601 McGee St. Kansas City, MO 64108
Schedule: Monday-Friday, with with on-call availability for 24/7 incident response
Reports to: Physical Security Specialist
The Physical Security Engineer supports the deployment, maintenance, and expansion of physical security systems across multiple datacenter facilities. This role combines hands-on field engineering with technical system support and operational security responsibilities. Reporting to the Physical Security leadership team within the CISO organization, the engineer will assist with implementation, troubleshooting, commissioning, and maintenance of enterprise physical security infrastructure including access control systems, CCTV platforms, low-voltage systems, and security monitoring technologies. The ideal candidate is technically capable, adaptable, willing to travel, and interested in developing expertise in datacenter physical security operations and infrastructure.
Responsibilities
1. Physical Security Systems Engineering
Assist with installation, testing, troubleshooting, and maintenance of:
Access control systems
CCTV and video management systems
Door hardware and locking systems
Low-voltage cabling and infrastructure
Alarm and monitoring systems
Support deployment and maintenance of enterprise physical security platforms including:
Axis Camera Station Pro
Axis door controllers
HID credential and reader systems
Video surveillance infrastructure
Respond to troubleshooting requests involving:
Reader issues
Controller connectivity
Camera outages
Door alarms
Basic network and power issues
2. Technical Field Engineering
Assist with:
Door configuration and access policies
Camera positioning and coverage planning
Security documentation and standards
RFQ and project implementation processes
Physical security best practices within data center environments
Support inventory management, equipment staging, and lab testing
Assist with low-voltage cable pulls, device mounting, labeling, and hardware commissioning
Maintain professionalism while working in active production data center environments
3. Datacenter Deployment & Travel
Travel to datacenter facilities to assist with:
New site deployments
Security upgrades
Hardware replacements
Commissioning and validation
Vendor coordination
Support physical security expansion efforts across multiple facilities and construction projects
Assist senior engineering staff with documenting installations and validating completed work against company standards
4. Rotating 24/7 On-Call Responsibility – Security System Emergencies
This role participates in a rotating 24/7 on-call schedule to support urgent physical security system issues outside of normal business hours. On-call responsibilities include responding to security system emergencies involving access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection, intercoms, door hardware integrations, and other critical security infrastructure. The on-call engineer is expected to triage incidents, provide remote troubleshooting when possible, coordinate with internal teams and vendors, escalate critical failures, and support restoration of security system functionality in a timely manner. Examples of on-call events may include access control outages, door controller failures, camera system outages affecting critical areas, security server or recording failures, life-safety/security-impacting door issues, or other incidents that could affect site security, compliance, or business continuity. Participation in the on-call rotation requires reliable availability during assigned on-call periods, timely acknowledgement of alerts or calls, and clear documentation of actions taken, escalations, and resolution status. On-site response may be required when remote remediation is not sufficient or when the incident presents an immediate operational or security risk.
Qualifications
Preferred Experience
Basic understanding of:
Low-voltage wiring
Networking fundamentals
Physical security systems
Electrical tools and safe work practices
Experience with any of the following is a plus:
Axis systems
Access control platforms
CCTV systems
Data Center environments
Construction or field installation work
IT or infrastructure support
Required Skills
Strong willingness to learn
Mechanical and technical aptitude
Ability to lift and move equipment
Comfortable working on ladders and in industrial environments
Strong communication and organizational skills
Ability to follow documentation and standards
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel
Physical Requirements
Ability to climb ladders and work in overhead spaces
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
Willingness to travel to various datacenter locations as needed
Ability to work in industrial and active construction environments
Flexibility to support occasional after-hours maintenance windows
What You’ll Gain
Hands-on experience with enterprise physical security infrastructure
Exposure to datacenter operations and critical facility environments
Experience with access control and CCTV system deployment
Opportunity to work alongside senior engineering and infrastructure teams
Experience supporting scalable security operations across multiple facilities
Ideal Candidate
This role is ideal for someone who:
Enjoys hands-on technical work
Learns quickly in fast-paced environments
Takes pride in reliability and attention to detail
Is comfortable balancing field work with technical problem-solving
Wants to grow within the physical security and datacenter infrastructure industry
About us
Patmos Hosting, Inc. delivers Freedom as a ServiceTM, providing organizations with an independent alternative to Big Tech's commercial constraints, censorship, cancellation and deplatforming. Patmos owns and operates datacenter infrastructure with decentralized connectivity, open peering, and free Internet Exchange hosting, ensuring resilience and true independence. Its services span multi-megawatt colocation for AI and hyperscale workloads, GPU/high-performance compute, custom data centers, domains, web and cloud hosting, colocation and tailored website and application development.
Founded in 2022, Patmos is headquartered in Kansas City, MO, with teams and datacenters/locations in Kansas City, Dallas, Phoenix, Denver.
Why Join Us
Be part of a mission-driven company defending free speech and internet freedom.
At Patmos, you'll help protect online expression while ensuring legal compliance. Our team is shaping the future of digital freedom by building secure, high-performance internet infrastructure. We value privacy, innovation, and individual liberty—creating a purpose-driven, collaborative environment where your work matters.
Benefits
Unlimited PTO
401(k) match (4%)
Health, dental, & vision insurance
Short and long term disability
Life insurance (company paid and supplemental available)
Generous parental leave, baby bonuses, marital bonuses, and other family-friendly perks
14 observed paid holidays that include solemnities
Patmos is an equal opportunity employer and proud member of the Catholic Benefits Association offering employee benefits that promote the dignity of the human person, the dignity of work, and the common good.
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Kansas City, MO
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Travel required