VMS Systems Admin

ExecRecruitment•Detroit, MI
•Onsite

About The Position

The Technology Services department of the Wayne County Airport Authority supports and manages technology for Detroit Metro (DTW) and Willow Run (YIP) airports. The Authority is seeking an onsite technical professional to assist with implementation and ongoing administration of its security surveillance platform, including the Genetec Video Management System (VMS) and its server infrastructure. The role administers the Genetec VMS and AXIS cameras, monitors system health and performance, maintains related infrastructure, and provides technical assistance for security surveillance projects. It collaborates with IT teams on server, networking, and cybersecurity needs; trains Authority departments and airport entities; and maintains technical documentation, user permissions, and audit tracking. The position participates in an after-hours on-call rotation and performs related duties as directed.

Requirements

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; alternatively, an associate degree plus at least four years of demonstrated experience in an enterprise infrastructure environment, in addition to the experience required in the minimum qualifications.
  • Two years administering Genetec SecurityCenter Enterprise or another enterprise VMS application, such as Milestone, Exacq Vision, or Intelliscene.
  • Two years administering AXIS cameras or other camera systems such as Pelco or Bosch.
  • Two years maintaining and troubleshooting VMS-related infrastructure, including physical and virtual servers, SAN, NAS, SQL Server, and networking within a VMS application.

Nice To Haves

  • Experience commissioning and adding cameras, encoders, access control, analytics, and other security systems into VMS platforms.
  • Deep understanding of video streaming, encryption, recording, and retention best practices.
  • Experience troubleshooting VMS applications, video loss, network connectivity, and performance issues.
  • Familiarity with enterprise authentication and networking protocols related to VMS deployments.
  • Familiarity with AutoCAD and design coverage software.
  • Experience using ticketing systems such as ServiceNow.
  • Genetec Security Center 5.x Enterprise certification.
  • AXIS Certified Professional certification.

Responsibilities

  • Configure, update, maintain, and troubleshoot the Genetec Video Management System application.
  • Manage system architecture, including Directory, Archiver, Media Gateway, and failover components.
  • Monitor system health, performance, and storage utilization.
  • Configure, update, maintain, and troubleshoot AXIS cameras.
  • Provide basic maintenance and troubleshooting for VMS infrastructure components.
  • Provide technical assistance and expertise for security surveillance projects.
  • Collaborate with IT teams on server, networking, and cybersecurity requirements.
  • Provide VMS system training for WCAA departments and airport entities.
  • Write and maintain related technical documents.
  • Maintain user roles, permissions, and audit tracking.
  • Participate in an after-hours on-call rotation.
  • Perform related duties as directed.
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