# Jack Palaian > Security Systems Engineer for M.C. Dean, Inc. @ Google | Mechanical Engineering Location: London, England, United Kingdom Profile: https://flows.cv/jackpalaian I am a Security and Electronic Systems Engineer at M.C. Dean, currently embedded within a major enterprise client’s London, UK offices. My focus is on bridging the gap between emerging security threats and robust, scalable technology solutions. Working at the intersection of R&D and implementation, my team and I manage the entire security technology lifecycle; from initial threat identification and procurement to design, testing, and end-of-life sustainment. Along with my team we support a system of globally embedded labs where we rigorously evaluate next-generation security products to ensure our customer maintains a world-class security posture. ## Work Experience ### Engineer I @ M.C. Dean, Inc. Jan 2024 – Present | Tysons Corner, Virginia, United States I am a Security and Electronic Systems Engineer at M.C. Dean, currently embedded within a major enterprise client’s London, UK offices. My focus is on bridging the gap between emerging security threats and robust, enterprise scalable technology solutions. Key Areas of Focus: 1. Autonomous & Detection Systems: Completing R&D for robotics and weapons detection to enhance security. 2. Access & Identity Management: Testing Biometric, ACS, and IDV solutions for secure, frictionless entry. 3. Integrated Command & Control: Testing of integration of new products into VMS, PSIM, and Situation/Risk systems. 4. Operational Response: Evaluating crisis management and response technologies to improve organizational resilience. Certifications Earned - CCure 9000 Basic Installer/Maintainer certification - CAPM (Certified Associate in Project Management) from PMI - CompTIA Security+ certification ### GW Admissions Ambassador @ The George Washington University Jan 2023 – Jan 2024 | Washington DC I work as a student ambassador giving tours, working the welcome center desk, and helping in the admissions office answering calls and emails. This job has a large public relations focus, and has helped me with valuable skills in speaking, leadership, presenting negative information in a positive light, and answering on spot questions regarding every aspect of university life from parents and students. ### Interfraternity Council President @ The George Washington University Jan 2022 – Jan 2024 | Washington DC-Baltimore Area I will be serving as the Interfraternity Council President for 2023 governing 9 member chapters with and the addition of a new colony. My board and I will continue to work to expand and better the presence of our community at GW. ### Director of Ritual Education @ Delta Tau Delta International Fraternity Jan 2022 – Jan 2024 | Washington, District of Columbia, United States Following my term as President, I'm taking on the role of Guide in the next 2022-23' year. ### President @ Delta Tau Delta International Fraternity Jan 2021 – Jan 2022 | Washington, District of Columbia, United States I was elected President of the Gamma Eta Chapter of Delta Tau Delta at the George Washington University. Managed a cabinet/eboard of 7 individuals and a chapter of 54 active members. Oversaw recruitment, philanthropy, social events and managed a budget for each academic year. ### Secretary @ Delta Tau Delta International Fraternity Jan 2021 – Jan 2021 | Washington, District of Columbia, United States I served as Secretary on EBoard of the Gamma Eta Chapter of Delta Tau Delta. ### GW Senior Capstone Project @ The George Washington University - School of Engineering & Applied Science Jan 2023 – Jan 2024 | Washington, District of Columbia, United States We had the pleasure of joining the GW School of Engineering and Applied Sciences and attending our Senior Design Showcase to present our senior design capstone project. We were tasked this year with creating an automated gimbaled spotlight for real life applications in increasing the safety of navigating boatcraft. There are many spotlights commercially available however, no spotlights host the ability to automatically stabilize based on movement from large swells and boats rocking as they experience at sea. I'm super grateful for my capstone Team Members Tala Hawa, Matt Laquerre and Shawn Satterwhite. My advisors Steve Shooter, Ph.D., P.E. and Mitch Narins. And a special thanks to our sponsor University Research Foundation and our mentors Eric “Bud” Heidhausen, Dr. M. C. Ertem, Hui Huang, and Vice Admiral David Architzel. This team accomplished a lot and I'm very proud to soon be graduating with the Mechanical Engineering class of 2024 from GW. ### Mechanical Engineering Intern @ Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) Jan 2023 – Jan 2023 | Washington, District of Columbia, United States Interning with the Department of Safety and Readiness in the Office of Vehicle Program Services in the Metro College Intern Program. Projects include: - ATC Reintroduction - contributing to the reintroduction of Automatic Train Control (ATC) to enhance reliability, safety, and reduce wait times. - Legacy Railcar Overhaul Program - overhauling and updating our legacy cars (2k, 3k, and 6k series) to ensure they can continue to provide service as parts for these older trains are no longer in production. ### Team Submarine Engineering Intern @ Amentum Jan 2022 – Jan 2022 | Washington DC-Baltimore Area Working with a government acquisition program office, helping government employees and contractors team up to produce and outfit VIRGINIA and COLUMBIA Class submarines. ### Barista @ Peet's Coffee Jan 2021 – Jan 2021 | Washington DC-Baltimore Area I worked at Pete's Coffee in District House on GWU's campus. I now know every aspect of opening and closing and making each drink based on a customer's order while providing excellent customer service so they can start their day off right. ### Head Counselor @ YMCA Of Metro Atlanta Jan 2017 – Jan 2021 | Emerson, Georgia, United States I worked as counselor for the majority of my summers leading a staff of 4 and cabin of 28 youth, ensuring we kept to schedule, had fun and stayed safe in their week there. I was also tasked with being a lifeguard, boat driver, cleaner and medical throughout my time there whether I was doing maintenance work or working with outside groups who were visiting. ### Parttime Sales Associate @ Busys Shaved Ice and Coffee Jan 2020 – Jan 2021 | Atlanta, Georgia, United States ### Marketing Specialist @ Wingman App Jan 2020 – Jan 2020 | Atlanta, Georgia, United States - Provided insight into the development of the Wingman App. - Wrote, Edited, and Published a Total of 16 product comparison blogs among Wingman's competitors. - Learned the program Dillinger.io in order to format and write product comparison blogs. ### US Soccer Referee @ Inter Atlanta FC Jan 2014 – Jan 2020 | Atlanta, Georgia, United States Soccer Referee for age groups ranging from recreational U8 play to U-19 National League games. ### Editor In Chief @ Grady High School Jan 2018 – Jan 2020 | Atlanta, Georgia, United States I served as editor in chief of Grady's yearbook, the orator, for two years where I managed a staff of 20. During my time we also earned awards of superior excellence from the Georgia High School Association and UGA School of Journalism and I earned all-superior for my 2019 cover design for The Orator. ## Education ### Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering The George Washington University ### Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering University College Dublin ### High School Diploma Grady High School ## Contact & Social - LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/jack-palaian-01b827199 --- Source: https://flows.cv/jackpalaian JSON Resume: https://flows.cv/jackpalaian/resume.json Last updated: 2026-04-05