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Security Architect roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA's engineer and computer systems analyst categories. Canadian citizens can apply directly at the port of entry without a cap, while Mexican nationals require consular processing through a U.S. consulate. Your employer provides a support letter documenting your role and qualifications, and your credentials in cybersecurity or systems architecture must align with the qualifying occupation.
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Shen Milsom & Wilke is a global consulting firm specializing in providing innovative technology design solutions and guidance. Our expertise spans various technological fields, including audiovisual and multimedia systems, information technology, security systems, medical equipment planning, and acoustics. We customize our services to meet our clients' design and compliance needs.
Position Overview
SM&W’s Senior Security Consultants are responsible for designing and overseeing the implementation of traditional and emerging physical security technology and advanced systems for the most prestigious clients in the world. The candidate will work within a multidisciplinary team of IT, Audiovisual, Medical Equipment Planners, and Acoustical engineers to provide innovative solutions possible within the client’s project constraints. The candidate must have a thorough working understanding and documented experience to work within highly integrated digital environments of audiovisual and data systems. The preferred candidate will prepare security designs in support of a broad base of project opportunities. Additional working knowledge of network and infrastructure design is a plus. This position will include client-facing requirements and the ability to converse with technical and nontechnical client representatives to develop project deliverables.
Hand-in-glove technical skills go beyond the requirements for project management. At SM&W project management readily encompasses opportunities for not just a single discipline but all our disciplines. Our Senior staff are more than encouraged to become involved in multidiscipline management. A high-level understanding of the other disciplines is encouraged for attending meetings while representing your core discipline as well as representing the other disciplines engaged in the project.
Responsibilities
- Lead client and stakeholder discussions to establish security objectives, operational requirements, system functionality, and project priorities.
- Lead security deliverables through conceptual planning, schematic design, design development, construction documents, bidding, construction administration, and closeout.
- Develop coordinated designs for electronic access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection, intercom, duress, and related security systems and integrations.
- Prepare design narratives, drawings, installation details, risers, device schedules, Division 28 specifications, and project estimates.
- Coordinate device locations, pathways, equipment space, power, network connections, and system interfaces with architects, door hardware consultants, electrical engineers, IT teams, elevator consultants, and other project disciplines.
- Evaluate system architectures, equipment, and emerging technologies, including on-premises, cloud, and hosted solutions, against client requirements, budgets, and operational needs.
- Provide construction administration services, including review of shop drawings and product submittals, responses to requests for information, site observations, punch lists, and participation in acceptance testing and closeout reviews.
- High level of proven communications capability to manage client relationships, project team coordination, and design team project management.
- Work with a team of technical staff and provide mentorship to aid in their growth and development.
- Play an integral role in the systems implementation process, acting as the primary point of contact between the systems integrator, the project team, and the client to ensure a successful implementation.
- Maintain comprehensive knowledge of industry standards, methodologies, processes, and best practices and their impact on the project and operational goals.
- Provide disciplinary guidance and support between the SM&W ICT groups, Medical Equipment Planning, and Acoustical teams to yield unified design concepts and functional systems.
- Serve as a global resource for the firm where your specialties are required.
- Assist in the preparation of marketing materials and presentations, cultivating active and potential client relationships and business development.
- 5-10% domestic and international travel may be required.
QUALIFICATIONS
- 8+ years of experience
- 4-year Engineering degree or relevant equivalent experience required
- Excellent writing, listening, and verbal communications skills, with a strong commitment to continuous learning and team collaboration.
- Strong knowledge of architectural drawing, security, technology, video, data, and systems designs.
- Must be proactive with excellent time management skills and be capable of working independently as well as leading a project team.
- Conscientious and flexible, with a strong work ethic and team-leader attitude in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work well under strict deadlines, interface effectively with management, and handle multiple requests.
- Functional knowledge of AutoCAD and/or Revit preferred
- Proficient in Bluebeam
- Proficiency in Microsoft Suite/Office 365
- General knowledge of Information Technologies (IT) services
- Proven record of developing systems design using emerging technologies.
- Project Management Certifications a plus.
CERTIFICATIONS
One or more required, or in progress for completion within 1 year of employment
- American Society for Industrial Security International (ASIS) Membership
- CPP® (Certified Protection Professional)
- PSP® (Physical Security Professional)
- IAPSC (International Association of Professional Security Consultants)
CAREER ADVANCEMENT
We offer significant opportunities for advancement within our organization. As a world-renowned reputable firm, we cultivate an environment that promotes learning and advancement and are fully committed to our employees' success.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
We view our professional development programs as strategic investments in our future. As part of the firm’s commitment to licensure and professional development, we offer:
- Continued Professional Development and incentives
- SM&W University Learning & Development Program
- Mentoring Programs
BENEFITS / WORK LIFE BALANCE
We encourage our employees to lead a healthy and balanced life. Our comprehensive benefits include:
- Medical, Dental, Vision and Life insurance Benefits
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Short & Long Term Disability
- Paid Time Off Program (PTO)
- Hybrid work schedule - 3 days in the office, 2 days remote
- Professional Development and Career Advancement Programs
- Training & Education Programs
- Mentorship Programs
- Corporate Social Responsibility Programs
Shen Milsom & Wilke, LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where contributions are valued and celebrated, and our employees thrive by being themselves and are inspired to do the best work of their lives. We seek applicants of all backgrounds and identities and do not discriminate against race, color, ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or parental status, or disability. Employees or applicants will not be discriminated against based on these or other protected categories or social identities.
The annual salary range is one component of your overall compensation package. We assess individual compensation based on factors such as experience, skill set, location, and internal equity. We recognize that candidates may bring varied experiences, and if necessary, we will communicate any adjustments to the salary range during the selection process.
CONTACT INFORMATION
For immediate consideration, please e-mail your resume to careers@smwllc.com. Ref: SNY - SC
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $110,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
APPLICATION QUESTION(S)
- Must have Experience as a Security Technology Design Consultant in the AEC Industry.
- Hybrid role, you must be present in the New York office 3 days a week.
Experience
Architecture, Engineer & Construction Industry: 8 years (Required)
LICENSE/CERTIFICATION
Physical Security Professional (Preferred)
WILLINGNESS TO TRAVEL
25% (Preferred)
LOCATION
Hybrid remote in New York, NY 10016
INTRODUCTION
Shen Milsom & Wilke is a global consulting firm specializing in providing innovative technology design solutions and guidance. Our expertise spans various technological fields, including audiovisual and multimedia systems, information technology, security systems, medical equipment planning, and acoustics. We customize our services to meet our clients' design and compliance needs.
Position Overview
SM&W’s Senior Security Consultants are responsible for designing and overseeing the implementation of traditional and emerging physical security technology and advanced systems for the most prestigious clients in the world. The candidate will work within a multidisciplinary team of IT, Audiovisual, Medical Equipment Planners, and Acoustical engineers to provide innovative solutions possible within the client’s project constraints. The candidate must have a thorough working understanding and documented experience to work within highly integrated digital environments of audiovisual and data systems. The preferred candidate will prepare security designs in support of a broad base of project opportunities. Additional working knowledge of network and infrastructure design is a plus. This position will include client-facing requirements and the ability to converse with technical and nontechnical client representatives to develop project deliverables.
Hand-in-glove technical skills go beyond the requirements for project management. At SM&W project management readily encompasses opportunities for not just a single discipline but all our disciplines. Our Senior staff are more than encouraged to become involved in multidiscipline management. A high-level understanding of the other disciplines is encouraged for attending meetings while representing your core discipline as well as representing the other disciplines engaged in the project.
Responsibilities
- Lead client and stakeholder discussions to establish security objectives, operational requirements, system functionality, and project priorities.
- Lead security deliverables through conceptual planning, schematic design, design development, construction documents, bidding, construction administration, and closeout.
- Develop coordinated designs for electronic access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection, intercom, duress, and related security systems and integrations.
- Prepare design narratives, drawings, installation details, risers, device schedules, Division 28 specifications, and project estimates.
- Coordinate device locations, pathways, equipment space, power, network connections, and system interfaces with architects, door hardware consultants, electrical engineers, IT teams, elevator consultants, and other project disciplines.
- Evaluate system architectures, equipment, and emerging technologies, including on-premises, cloud, and hosted solutions, against client requirements, budgets, and operational needs.
- Provide construction administration services, including review of shop drawings and product submittals, responses to requests for information, site observations, punch lists, and participation in acceptance testing and closeout reviews.
- High level of proven communications capability to manage client relationships, project team coordination, and design team project management.
- Work with a team of technical staff and provide mentorship to aid in their growth and development.
- Play an integral role in the systems implementation process, acting as the primary point of contact between the systems integrator, the project team, and the client to ensure a successful implementation.
- Maintain comprehensive knowledge of industry standards, methodologies, processes, and best practices and their impact on the project and operational goals.
- Provide disciplinary guidance and support between the SM&W ICT groups, Medical Equipment Planning, and Acoustical teams to yield unified design concepts and functional systems.
- Serve as a global resource for the firm where your specialties are required.
- Assist in the preparation of marketing materials and presentations, cultivating active and potential client relationships and business development.
- 5-10% domestic and international travel may be required.
QUALIFICATIONS
- 8+ years of experience
- 4-year Engineering degree or relevant equivalent experience required
- Excellent writing, listening, and verbal communications skills, with a strong commitment to continuous learning and team collaboration.
- Strong knowledge of architectural drawing, security, technology, video, data, and systems designs.
- Must be proactive with excellent time management skills and be capable of working independently as well as leading a project team.
- Conscientious and flexible, with a strong work ethic and team-leader attitude in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work well under strict deadlines, interface effectively with management, and handle multiple requests.
- Functional knowledge of AutoCAD and/or Revit preferred
- Proficient in Bluebeam
- Proficiency in Microsoft Suite/Office 365
- General knowledge of Information Technologies (IT) services
- Proven record of developing systems design using emerging technologies.
- Project Management Certifications a plus.
CERTIFICATIONS
One or more required, or in progress for completion within 1 year of employment
- American Society for Industrial Security International (ASIS) Membership
- CPP® (Certified Protection Professional)
- PSP® (Physical Security Professional)
- IAPSC (International Association of Professional Security Consultants)
CAREER ADVANCEMENT
We offer significant opportunities for advancement within our organization. As a world-renowned reputable firm, we cultivate an environment that promotes learning and advancement and are fully committed to our employees' success.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
We view our professional development programs as strategic investments in our future. As part of the firm’s commitment to licensure and professional development, we offer:
- Continued Professional Development and incentives
- SM&W University Learning & Development Program
- Mentoring Programs
BENEFITS / WORK LIFE BALANCE
We encourage our employees to lead a healthy and balanced life. Our comprehensive benefits include:
- Medical, Dental, Vision and Life insurance Benefits
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Short & Long Term Disability
- Paid Time Off Program (PTO)
- Hybrid work schedule - 3 days in the office, 2 days remote
- Professional Development and Career Advancement Programs
- Training & Education Programs
- Mentorship Programs
- Corporate Social Responsibility Programs
Shen Milsom & Wilke, LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where contributions are valued and celebrated, and our employees thrive by being themselves and are inspired to do the best work of their lives. We seek applicants of all backgrounds and identities and do not discriminate against race, color, ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or parental status, or disability. Employees or applicants will not be discriminated against based on these or other protected categories or social identities.
The annual salary range is one component of your overall compensation package. We assess individual compensation based on factors such as experience, skill set, location, and internal equity. We recognize that candidates may bring varied experiences, and if necessary, we will communicate any adjustments to the salary range during the selection process.
CONTACT INFORMATION
For immediate consideration, please e-mail your resume to careers@smwllc.com. Ref: SNY - SC
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $110,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
APPLICATION QUESTION(S)
- Must have Experience as a Security Technology Design Consultant in the AEC Industry.
- Hybrid role, you must be present in the New York office 3 days a week.
Experience
Architecture, Engineer & Construction Industry: 8 years (Required)
LICENSE/CERTIFICATION
Physical Security Professional (Preferred)
WILLINGNESS TO TRAVEL
25% (Preferred)
LOCATION
Hybrid remote in New York, NY 10016
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship in Security Architect
Align your credentials to TN-qualifying categories
Security Architect roles qualify under engineer or computer systems analyst classifications. Make sure your degree is in computer science, engineering, or a directly related field before applying, because CBP officers evaluate credential-to-role fit at the port of entry.
Target employers experienced with visa sponsorship
Search Migrate Mate to identify employers with recent visa filings for security or architecture roles. Employers already experienced with visa sponsorship processes are far less likely to delay your start date over paperwork.
Use Migrate Mate to find TN-ready employers
Searching broadly across generic job boards wastes time on roles where sponsorship is never offered. Migrate Mate filters Security Architect openings specifically by TN visa sponsorship, connecting you directly with employers who have confirmed they'll support the filing.
Prepare a credential package before outreach
Your degree transcript, any professional certifications like CISSP or CISM, and a one-page employment letter outlining your role and salary should be ready before you contact employers, not after you receive an offer.
Get the employment letter language right
CBP requires your offer letter to specify your job title, duties, qualifying credentials, and that the role is temporary in nature. Generic offer letters missing any of these details are a common reason Canadian professionals face delays or secondary inspection at the border.
Plan around Mexican nationals' consular processing requirements
Unlike Canadians, Mexican nationals cannot obtain TN status at the port of entry and must attend a U.S. consular interview. Schedule your appointment at a U.S. consulate in Mexico after your employer provides you with a support letter, and budget several weeks for this step.
Security Architect TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Security Architect role qualify for TN visa status?
Yes, Security Architect positions typically qualify under either the engineer or computer systems analyst USMCA categories, depending on how the role is defined. Your duties must center on designing and implementing security systems or architecture. If the role blends broad IT management with architecture work, your employer's offer letter should emphasize the technical engineering functions to satisfy CBP's evaluation criteria.
How does TN visa sponsorship compare to H-1B for Security Architects?
TN has no annual lottery and no numerical cap for Canadian citizens, so you can start working as soon as CBP approves your application at the port of entry. H-1B visa requires surviving a lottery with roughly 25% selection odds before the petition is even reviewed. For Mexicans, TN still requires consular processing but bypasses the lottery entirely, making it a faster and more predictable path for qualified Security Architects.
What documents does a Security Architect need for TN approval?
You'll need a valid Canadian or Mexican passport, a detailed employer offer letter stating your job title, specific duties, and that the position is prearranged and temporary, plus evidence of your qualifying degree. Certifications like CISSP or CISM strengthen your file but don't replace the degree requirement. Canadian citizens present these directly to a CBP officer at the border, while Mexican nationals submit them at a U.S. consulate.
Where can I find Security Architect jobs that offer TN visa sponsorship?
Most general job boards don't filter by visa type, which means you spend hours applying to roles that won't sponsor. Migrate Mate is built specifically for Canadian and Mexican professionals and lets you search Security Architect openings by TN visa sponsorship status, so every result you see is from an employer who has confirmed they'll support the process.
Can a Security Architect on TN status change employers?
Yes, but you need a new TN authorization from your new employer before you start working for them. Canadian citizens can obtain this at a port of entry with a new offer letter and supporting documents. There's no formal transfer process the way H-1B has portability under AC21, so the timing of your resignation and new start date matters. Leaving one employer before securing new TN status creates an authorization gap.