Access Control and Security Specialist (Administrative Analyst/Specialist Exempt II)

San Diego State University • San Diego, CA

73d • $5,797 - $8,445 • Onsite

About The Position

San Diego State University is seeking a highly organized and technically skilled Access Control and Security Specialist to oversee electronic access control, CCTV security, and mechanical key operations for university housing. This role provides strategic and technical expertise while supporting secure and reliable access for students, staff, guests, and campus partners across the San Diego and Imperial Valley campuses.

Requirements

• Advanced proficiency with access control system and access control software management.
• Experience with electronic locking systems including online, WiFi locks, and offline locks, or any combination of electronic access control systems.
• Strong technical and IT skills are essential.
• Experience with CCTV camera systems management.
• Valid California Driver’s License or the ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced ability to manage access software and integration.
• Intermediate knowledge of CCTV security camera management.
• Working knowledge of auditing assets including mechanical keys, electronic access, and CCTV security cameras.
• Ability to learn how to troubleshoot and re-core mechanical keys.
• Experience in higher education.

Responsibilities

• Manage electronic access for residential facilities, including access schedules, Wi-Fi enabled locks, temporary credentials, and system configurations.
• Troubleshoot access control issues, coordinate system updates and repairs, and oversee vendor support.
• Conduct system audits, maintain user access, and develop recommendations to improve security and system performance.
• Recruit, train, and provide daily work direction to student assistants supporting access control and CCTV operations.
• Oversee the campus CCTV network through audits, troubleshooting, repairs, and security enhancement recommendations.
• Respond to critical access and security system issues and coordinate with University Police, IT, Facilities, and vendors.
• Serve as Housing Administration’s subject matter resource for electronic access control and lead system projects and modernization initiatives with campus partners and vendors.
• Develop standardized procedures, workflows, and training resources to strengthen security, consistency, and operational efficiency.
• Manage mechanical key distribution, tracking, auditing, and recovery for students, staff, vendors, and residential front desks.
• Coordinate academic year and summer conference key operations while providing guidance to housing staff responsible for key administration.

Benefits

• 15 paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
• CalPERS pension plan with retiree healthcare, and reciprocal agreements with other California public retirement systems, including the UC.
• Medical, dental, and vision options at low or no cost.
• CSU tuition fee waiver for employees and eligible dependents.
• FlexCash, life and disability insurance, legal and pet plans.
• Access to the library, campus events, employee groups, and volunteer and social activities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level