Data Center Security Systems Engineer - CCTV & Access

QTS Data Centers; Ashburn (VA); On-site; USD 92,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Paid time off

Health insurance

Bonus/OT eligibility

Training opportunities

Job summary

QTS Data Centers is seeking a Security Systems Engineer to join our Ashburn, VA data center. You will maintain and optimize IP-based CCTV and access-control systems, translating complex requirements into reliable security solutions.

Our team values hands-on specialists who can work independently, coordinate with cross-functional groups, and respond to on-call duties. A strong background with Genetec, Lenel, or Prowatch is preferred, along with travel awareness.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years’ experience maintaining enterprise-level IP based CCTV systems; Genetec or equivalent based CCTV/NVR appliances and software; TCP/IP networked CCTV systems
• Minimum of three years’ experience maintaining enterprise-level Access Control systems; Prowatch or Lenel systems
• Minimum of three years’ experience designing CCTV, Access Control system integration and operation

Responsibilities

• Maintain positive relationships and communication with staff and executive level management
• Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills as well as excellent organization, multi-tasking, prioritizing, and teamwork skills
• Translate business requirements into functional and technical specifications
• Accurately estimate the work effort associated with all technical deliverables
• Identify alternative solutions at both the component and architectural level
• Coordinate and manage day to day support activities with personnel from different groups with minimal supervision
• Work closely with co-workers, maintenance personnel, project managers, building managers, engineers, and contractors
• Participate in on-call duty; to include providing off-hour emergency support as necessary
• Review and assist with construction and installation of remote systems and expansion of existing systems
• Lead maintenance and modification of applications and security systems to facilitate more efficient operation
• Work with Property Development, Solutions, and Facilities to develop comprehensive enterprise security designs based on the QTS Basis of Design

Skills

Analytical skills

Troubleshooting

Communication

Teamwork

Engineering docs

Tools

Prowatch

Lenel

Genetec

Job description

QTS Data Centers is seeking a Security Systems Engineer to join our Ashburn, VA data center. You will maintain and optimize IP-based CCTV and access-control systems, translating complex requirements into reliable security solutions.

Our team values hands-on specialists who can work independently, coordinate with cross-functional groups, and respond to on-call duties. A strong background with Genetec, Lenel, or Prowatch is preferred, along with travel awareness.