Security Systems Engineer

SSR Contract & Technical; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Overtime opportunities

Technical training

Career progression

Job summary

SSR Contract & Technical in Chelmsford and surrounding Essex areas is seeking a Security Systems Engineer with strong experience in CCTV, Access Control, Intruder Alarms, and integrated security systems. You will handle installation, service, and ongoing maintenance of enterprise and commercial setups, while supporting IP-based devices and network infrastructure.

You’ll join a growing team offering a clear progression path to Senior Engineer, with a competitive salary £38,000–£45,000, overtime

Qualifications

• Experience with CCTV, Access Control and Intruder Alarm systems.
• Basic to intermediate networking knowledge (IP addressing, switches, routers).
• Strong fault-finding and customer-facing skills.

Responsibilities

• Install, service and maintain enterprise and commercial security systems.
• Support network-connected devices and troubleshoot IP-based solutions.

Skills

CCTV systems

Access Control

Intruder Alarms

IP Networking

Customer-facing

Job description

Security Systems Engineer

Chelmsford & Surrounding Areas

£38,000 - £45,000 + Overtime + Benefits

Clear Progression to Senior Engineer

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Security Systems Engineer to join a growing and reputable business covering Chelmsford and the surrounding Essex region. This role is ideal for an engineer with strong experience in CCTV, Access Control, Intruder Alarms, and Integrated Security Systems, combined with a good understanding of networking and IT infrastructure.

You'll be responsible for the installation, service, and maintenance of a range of enterprise and commercial security systems, whilst supporting network-connected devices and troubleshooting IP-based solutions.

What we're looking for:

• Experience with CCTV, Access Control and Intruder Alarm systems
• Basic to intermediate networking knowledge (IP addressing, switches, routers, VLANs beneficial)
• Strong fault-finding and customer-facing skills
• Full UK driving licence

What's on offer:

• Salary between £38,000 - £45,000
• Company vehicle and tools
• Overtime opportunities
• Ongoing manufacturer and technical training
• Structured career development plan with a clear pathway to Senior Engineer