Technical Specialist – Safety & Security - Telecommunications

Hamilton Barnes Associates Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology solutions provider in Greater London is seeking a Technical Specialist for Safety & Security. The role involves providing expertise in designing and implementing security systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and mentoring engineering teams. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years of experience, strong communication skills, and familiarity with various VMS platforms. This position offers a competitive salary package and benefits, including a car allowance and pension.

Benefits

£5,000 car allowance

22 days holiday + 5 days buy option

Pension, life cover, and training support

Qualifications

• 5+ years designing and implementing security systems.
• Experience with leading VMS and access control platforms.
• Strong understanding of Microsoft operating systems.

Responsibilities

• Act as technical design authority for safety and security projects.
• Produce low-level designs for engineering teams.
• Support sales teams with pre-sales technical input.

Skills

Designing enterprise-grade security systems

Technical support for complex issues

Mentoring engineering teams

Excellent communication skills

Networking fundamentals (CCNA-level)

Tools

Milestone

Genetec

Avigilon

Gallagher

Windows Server

Job description

Ready to take the lead in advancing safety and security across critical operations?

Join a respected organisation recognised for its commitment to delivering innovative infrastructure and technology solutions that support essential industries. With a strong track record of expertise, collaboration, and technical excellence, the business continues to play a key role in shaping safer, smarter, and more connected environments.

The team is hiring a Technical Specialist – Safety & Security to provide subject matter expertise in designing, implementing, and maintaining advanced safety and security systems. This role will involve working closely with stakeholders to deliver tailored solutions, ensure compliance with industry standards, and support the integration of cutting-edge technologies across diverse projects.

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Responsibilities

• Acting as the technical design authority for safety and security projects
• Producing low-level designs and configuration templates for engineering teams
• Supporting sales teams with pre-sales technical input and solution design
• Overseeing project delivery to ensure designs meet client specifications
• Providing 3rd-line technical support for complex issues
• Mentoring and developing the safety and security engineering team
• Engaging directly with customers to provide consultancy and solution briefings
• Work With VMS platforms: Milestone, Genetec, Avigilon, IndigoVision, Pelco
• Access control: Gallagher, Lenel, PAC, Genetec
• Integrated platforms for single-pane-of-glass security management
• Windows Server / Virtualisation / VMs
• Networking fundamentals (CCNA-level) – routing, switching, VLANs

Qualifications

• 5+ years designing, implementing, or supporting enterprise-grade security systems
• Experience with at least one leading VMS and one enterprise access control platform
• Proven track record of producing low-level designs for engineering delivery
• Strong understanding of Microsoft operating systems and virtualisation
• CCNA-level networking knowledge or equivalent experience
• Comfortable working in public sector environments – NPPV clearable
• Excellent communication, documentation, and mentoring skills

Benefits

• £5,000 car allowance
• 22 days holiday + 5 days buy option
• Pension, life cover, and training support

Salary

• £60,000 base salary