Physical Security Solutions Architect

Who We Are: Thank you for your interest in Mueller Water Products, Inc.   For more than 165 years, Mueller Water Products, Inc. has been building the future of water infrastructure. From lifesaving fire protection to data intelligence, we are committed to developing products and solutions that help cities and utilities deliver clean, safe drinking water to hundreds of millions of people across North America.    Our purpose is to connect communities to water, life’s most essential resource, with exceptional, people solutions and products. Behind that purpose is a dedicated team, united by our shared values of respect, integrity, trust, inclusion and safety. With a vision to be the leader in water infrastructure solutions—solving challenges, enriching lives and safeguarding the future—we are making a positive impact that will last for generations.    By joining Mueller, you become part of a dynamic team dedicated to excellence and innovation, working collaboratively to achieve meaningful results. We champion our people because when they succeed, our communities thrive. We invite you to learn more about career opportunities with us and consider submitting your application.   Physical Security Solutions Architect Physical Security Solutions Architect Position Summary The Physical Security Solutions Architect is a critical hands-on technical leadership role responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining the organization's comprehensive physical security technology infrastructure. This position serves as the primary technical authority for all physical security systems, including video surveillance, access control, badging, critical communications, and visitor management platforms. The ideal candidate will combine deep technical expertise in security systems architecture with strong collaboration skills to work effectively across IT functions and business stakeholders. This role requires a unique blend of systems architecture, hands-on technical skills, and the ability to serve as the authoritative knowledge source for physical security systems. The architect will be responsible for documenting existing systems, identifying improvements, and implementing standardized, scalable solutions that align with enterprise IT standards while meeting the specific security needs of a manufacturing environment with multiple locations.  This role reports to the Director, IT Project Management Office (PMO) and Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC).  This position is based in the Company’s Corporate Headquarters located in Sandy Springs, Georgia and will have a combination of on-site work, remote work, and travel to Company locations.     Systems Architecture & Platform Management Design, implement, and maintain comprehensive architecture for all physical security platforms such as Genetec, InformaCast, SailPoint identity management integration, Workday HRIS integration, Envoy visitor management, and consolidating multiple badging systems Develop and maintain detailed system architecture documentation, including network diagrams, integration flows, data models, and standard operating procedures Conduct comprehensive assessment of current state architecture identifying strengths, vulnerabilities, risks, standardization opportunities, and modernization requirements Design future-state architecture with emphasis on standardization, scalability, cloud-first approaches, and alignment with enterprise IT standards Perform hands-on administration of physical security platforms including configuration, updates, patches, and performance optimization. Determine future system administration for daily ownership and operation, between IT services, security, HR and other business functions Integration Design & Implementation Design and implement integrations between physical security systems and enterprise applications including Workday HRIS, SailPoint identity governance, and other business systems Design seamless data flow for employee onboarding/offboarding, access provisioning, and identity lifecycle management Develop and maintain integration documentation including data mappings, API specifications, and troubleshooting guides Collaborate with Network Infrastructure and Cybersecurity teams to ensure a secure, high availability network architecture for physical security systems Access Control & Badging Systems Support system implementation for access control policies, badge workflows, and visitor management procedures aligned with security requirements and business needs Design systems that support user access privileges across all systems, and conduct regular audits and access reviews with IT GRC Troubleshoot issues related to badge card management, printing workflows, and credential administration Design and support maintenance of standardized access control hardware configurations for readers, locks, and control panels Video Surveillance Systems Design and manage enterprise video surveillance architecture in compliance with recording strategies and retention policies Specify camera types, encoders, and storage solutions based on security requirements and environmental conditions Configure and optimize video management system including federation, archiving, and analytics features Support incident investigations by providing video evidence and system expertise Critical Communications & Emergency Management Provide technical configuration and support of critical communications platform for emergency notifications, mass alerts, and facility-wide announcements, in compliance with notification workflows, distribution groups, and escalation procedures Integrate critical communications with other security systems for automated responses to security events Vendor & Partner Management Manage relationships with security technology vendors, system integrators, and service providers Evaluate vendor roadmaps and emerging technologies to inform strategic planning