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Electronic Security System Installation Technician

Cambridge International Systems

Electronic Security System Installation Technician

Arlington, VA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Cambridge International Systems is currently seeking a qualified candidate to serve as an Electronic Security System Installation Technician. This individual will be responsible to install and maintain complex Electronic Security Systems consisting of Access Control Systems (ACS), Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) and Closed Circuit Television Systems (CCTV) equipment and components, including the necessary infrastructure to support the communication and power connectivity required to operate these systems, both CONUS and OCONUS. Potential applicants must be able to obtain at least a Secret Clearance.

    Duties:

    • Participate in site surveys and gathering of data to obtain site-specific information necessary for design and installation efforts
    • Participate in periodic design reviews as dictated by customer / contract requirements
    • Collaborate with other engineers and project managers to deliver a successfully installed system
    • Utilize controlled documentation and government standards, application guides, and industry best practices to support the design and installation process.
    • Assume leadership role to manage and direct subcontractors (if necessary) installation tasking to ensure the plans and specifications are being adhered/followed.
    • Perform physical activities in unusual locations including climbing in and out of equipment and working outdoors
    • Install equipment racks, enclosures, panels as well as the mounting of all associated hardware components
    • Install system raceway and cabling
    • Terminate and test system cabling and all components
    • Communicate effectively with supervisors and subordinates

     

    Required Skills

    REQUIRED SKILLS:

    • Working knowledge and/or certification with electronic security manufacturers such as Lenel, AMAG, Software House, FLIR, Hirsch, MDI, Bosch, Pelco, Genetec, HID, Axis, and Geutebruck. Candidate should be able to understand how these systems operate and be familiar with their technical limitations
    • Testing, and troubleshooting of electronic security system components and supporting hardware; examples include the following:
      • Intrusion detection platform software
      • Security appliances/processors and field sensors (e.g. motion/vibration, contact, buried line, fiber optic, radar, microwave, thermal, etc.)
      • Access control: workstations with credentialing software, door controllers, card readers CCTV: cameras, video management servers, network video recorder Battery backup controllers
      • Ability to manage vendors both face-to-face and utilizing remote monitoring techniques, to address issues and maintain project schedules

    Experience working in client-facing roles with USG agencies, such as USACE, NAVFAC, and GSA.

    Proven ability to direct staff and work with a diverse team, experience working with host country nationals strongly preferred.

    Ability to manage multiple, simultaneous workloads effectively, including adapting to changes, planning, organizing, and prioritizing work

     

    Required Experience

    REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

    • Hands on experience installing and deploying Physical Security Systems
    • Formal electronics training
    • High School diploma with three (3) to five (5) years in security systems installation experience
    • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
    • Security Vetting: The successful candidate must be able to obtain and maintain at least a Secret Clearance.
    • US Passport is desired
    • Ability to physically travel and do physical labor required for the job.
    • Willingness to work flexible hours.

    At Cambridge, we recognize innovation and agility grow through diverse collaboration. Our team is comprised of unique individuals, and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity in recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting individuals in all job categories without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected class or category as may be defined by federal, state, or local laws or regulations. It is our firm intent to support equal employment opportunity and affirmative action in keeping with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

    If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran requiring assistance with the application process, please visit https://cbridgeinc.com/accessibility/ for information on how to request assistance.

  • Qualifications

    REQUIRED SKILLS:

    • Working knowledge and/or certification with electronic security manufacturers such as Lenel, AMAG, Software House, FLIR, Hirsch, MDI, Bosch, Pelco, Genetec, HID, Axis, and Geutebruck. Candidate should be able to understand how these systems operate and be familiar with their technical limitations
    • Testing, and troubleshooting of electronic security system components and supporting hardware; examples include the following:
      • Intrusion detection platform software
      • Security appliances/processors and field sensors (e.g. motion/vibration, contact, buried line, fiber optic, radar, microwave, thermal, etc.)
      • Access control: workstations with credentialing software, door controllers, card readers CCTV: cameras, video management servers, network video recorder Battery backup controllers
      • Ability to manage vendors both face-to-face and utilizing remote monitoring techniques, to address issues and maintain project schedules

    Experience working in client-facing roles with USG agencies, such as USACE, NAVFAC, and GSA.

    Proven ability to direct staff and work with a diverse team, experience working with host country nationals strongly preferred.

    Ability to manage multiple, simultaneous workloads effectively, including adapting to changes, planning, organizing, and prioritizing work