Security Automation Technician

MLGW • Memphis, TN

21d

About The Position

Security Automation Technician will install, maintain and support security information systems hardware, software, access control systems, automated gates, burglar alarms and CCTV network security systems to ensure the safety of all Division employees/customers. ESSENTIAL DUTIES \: Troubleshoot, repair, and provide new upgrades to Division’s security surveillance systems, burglar alarms, automatic gate access, and card access control systems, Maintain all the controllers for Division’s automated gates, including routine checks on perimeter fencing. Submit reports, videos and documentation, as requested. Serve as liaison between Division and vendor representatives on software and hardware problems related to security automation. Provide technical guidance and assistance concerning software and/or hardware applications and operations. Stay abreast of changes within the computer software and/or hardware fields relating to the security automation spectrum and North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) and Southeastern Electric Reliability Council (SERC) regulations and standards. Operate Division vehicle and computer equipment and other various electrical and electronic components. Perform other duties as directed. THIS LIST OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS IS NOT EXHAUSTIVE AND MAY BE SUPPLEMENTED AS NECESSARY.

Requirements

• A valid driver's license from state of residence is required.
• associate degree in information systems, Electronic Engineering Technology, Computer Science or related field OR associate's degree with at least 12 hours of college accredited computer-related courses OR High School Diploma or General Education Development (G.E.D.).
• 4-6 years of demonstrated knowledge and application of programming, operating systems, database and/or computer hardware/networking experience with Associate's degree OR 8-10 years demonstrated experience with High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Must successfully complete NIMS Training within 1 year of entering job.
• Must not have been convicted of or plead guilty to any felony or misdemeanor to any federal/state laws or city ordinance relating to force, violence, theft, dishonesty, sale, manufacture or distribution of controlled substances, drugs or narcotics and have not been released or discharged under any condition other than honorable from any of the armed forces of the United States.
• Requires sedentary work involving standing or walking for brief periods, exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular basis; and some dexterity in operating office equipment.

Nice To Haves

• Job skill proficiencies in Casi Rusco Picture Perfect Access Control System, OnGuard Access Control System, ABM Phoenix Alarm Monitoring System, Badge Pass Identifications Card System and Local and Remote CCTV Monitoring Systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and provide new upgrades to Division’s security surveillance systems, burglar alarms, automatic gate access, and card access control systems
• Maintain all the controllers for Division’s automated gates, including routine checks on perimeter fencing.
• Submit reports, videos and documentation, as requested.
• Serve as liaison between Division and vendor representatives on software and hardware problems related to security automation.
• Provide technical guidance and assistance concerning software and/or hardware applications and operations.
• Stay abreast of changes within the computer software and/or hardware fields relating to the security automation spectrum and North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) and Southeastern Electric Reliability Council (SERC) regulations and standards.
• Operate Division vehicle and computer equipment and other various electrical and electronic components.
• Perform other duties as directed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees