The Security Systems Software Programmer reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

The Security Systems Software Programmer is responsible for designing, developing, customizing, and maintaining software applications that support enterprise physical security technologies. This role focuses on integrating and enhancing systems such as access control, video management, intrusion detection, visitor management, and identity management.  The Security Systems Software Programmer blends software engineering expertise with a strong understanding of physical security infrastructure and standards.  The Security System Programmer will be well rounded and experienced in Access Control and Video Management Systems. The Security System Programmer will keep clear records of information used during system commissioning. All password, IP schemes, device labeling schemes and any other information use in the process will be included in the records kept.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and maintain applications, APIs, scripts, and automation tools supporting physical security platforms.
• Customize and configure access control and video management systems (e.g. Genetec, Software House).
• Build interfaces between security systems and enterprise applications (HRIS, ITSM, IAM).
• Implement system integrations
• Design workflows and connectors for identity lifecycle automation across security systems.
• Develop data exchange pipelines between physical and logical security systems.
• Troubleshoot and resolve software and configuration issues with security systems.
• Maintain documentation, code repositories, and version control.
• Perform system health checks, patching, and software upgrades.
• Ensure solutions comply with cybersecurity, privacy, and physical security standards.
• Follow secure coding practices and participate in code reviews.
• Support auditing, reporting, and access control governance requirements.
• Work closely with Physical Security, IT, Networking, and Cybersecurity teams.
• Partner with vendors and integrators to support system enhancements and deployments.
• Provide technical guidance on system design and architecture.
• Optimize access control and video management system by placing devices on maps and linking devices including cameras, card readers, input and outputs.
• Basic locking hardware knowledge
• Provide feedback to determine improvements needed in installation process
• Able to Read Construction Drawings and Line Diagrams

Required:

• Must possess one or more of the following:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science plus two (2) years of software programming experience; OR
  • Associate's Degree in Computer Science plus four (4) years of software programming experience; OR
  • High school or equivalent plus six (6) years of software programming experience.
• Experience and familiarity with common security tools such as access control, video management system, Event Management, and Vulnerability Management tools.
• Proficiency in programming/scripting languages.
• Experience with APIs, SDKs, and integration frameworks.
• Hands-on work with enterprise access control or video management systems.
• Strong understanding of databases (SQL, PostgreSQL, or MongoDB).
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, users, contractors, and vendors.
• Ability to resolve problems by breaking down issues, finding possible solutions, and working with the appropriate stakeholders to find solutions to complex problems.
• Ability to lead effective projects, communicate clearly throughout their execution, and complete them in a timely manner. This includes determining the appropriate scope, deconstructing tasks, and successfully performing and measuring success of sprints.
• Ability to comprehend and integrate complex computer technology and software into an effective information systems security program.
• Requires on the job experience programming of the following:
  • Genetec
  • Software House CCure
• Genetec system certifications. (Within six months of employment)
• Software House certifications. (Within six months of employment)

Preferred:

• Experience with: Identity and access management (IAM) workflows, Cloud platforms, and Enterprise messaging tools (RabbitMQ, Kafka, Azure Service Bus).
• Knowledge of security system protocols (OSDP, Wiegand, ONVIF).
• Familiarity with cybersecurity best practices (NIST, ISO 27001).

Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status. 

Background Check 

Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check.  Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act. 

Artificial Intelligence Disclosure 

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.  

Benefits 

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. 

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If sign-on bonus is included in a job posting eligibility is as followed: Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign-on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position as a Registered Nurse at NM may be eligible.