Sec Systs Software Programmer
Northwestern Medicine
Chicago, IL · Posted October 21, 2026
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About the job
Description
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
Qualifications
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).
Equal Opportunity
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
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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
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