Michael Gilson

Michael Gilson is an accomplished engineering professional with extensive experience in the fire protection and security systems industry. Currently serving as Engineering Manager at HCI Systems, Inc. since March 2023, Michael previously held key positions such as Alarm Design Manager at VFS Fire & Security Services and Design Manager at SimplexGrinnell. Michael's earlier roles include Director of Subcontracting and Product Procurement at Stanley Convergent Security Solutions, General Manager at Commercial Electronic Systems, and Operations Manager at Siemens Building Technologies, where significant contributions were made to business development and operational support in fire alarm and integrated systems. Michael began their career as Project Engineer at Simplex Time Recorder Co. and has also worked as Project Manager/Sales Engineer at Fox Valley Fire & Safety Co. and Engineering Manager at Devcon Systems Corp., demonstrating a strong technical background complemented by a degree in Fire Protection and Safety Engineering from the Illinois Institute of Technology and an Associate of Science in Fire Science from Miramar College.