Electronic Security Specialist III, University Police

The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPO medical plan

100% preventive care coverage

Paid Time Off

TRS retirement programs

Paid parental leave

Wellness programs

Tuition reimbursement

PSLF qualification

Company benefits overview

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas is seeking an experienced Access Control Specialist to provide routine and complex technical support for campus security systems, software, and hardware.

You will coordinate with security vendors and campus departments, manage small to moderate projects, and ensure timely remote access for troubleshooting while maintaining security standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 7 years of technical work in an electronic security environment with a HS Diploma, or 4 years with a Bachelor's.
• Licenses: Texas Driver's License if university vehicle use is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex programming, upgrades, maintenance and repairs for campus access control, video and intrusion systems.
• Diagnose and resolve complex security system and network problems.
• Liaise with vendors and campus departments; manage small to moderate security projects.

Skills

Access control

Security systems

Project management

Vendor liaison

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Databases

Firmware

Video management system

Job description

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?

With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!

JOB SUMMARY

This position works under minimal supervision to provide routine and complex technical assistance for programming, upgrades, preventative maintenance, testing and repairs with respect to the Access Control software, database, operating systems, and physical security hardware. Functions as liaison between Access Control and security vendors or campus departments for ongoing and special projects, including ensuring vendors and manufacturers are adequately supported, and can obtain remote access to systems in order to provide any required support. Acts as project manager for small to moderate projects, giving direction to security vendors and other technical support specialists.

BENEFITS

UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage


• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay


• Paid Time Off, available day one


• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)


• Paid Parental Leave Benefit


• Wellness programs


• Tuition Reimbursement


• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer


• Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Required

• Education
  High School Diploma or equivalent or
  Bachelor's Degree


• Experience
  7 years Experience of technical work in an electronic security environment with High School Diploma, or
  4 years Experience of technical work in an electronic security environment with Bachelor's Degree.


• Licenses and Certifications
  (DRIVERS) DRIVERS LICENSE If area of employment requires use of a University-owned vehicle, employee will be required to possess a valid Texas Drivers License, pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check, and complete drivers training (or van training, if applicable), in accordance with UTS Policy 157, appendix B, Upon Hire

JOB DUTIES

• Performs complex programming, upgrades, preventive maintenance, testing and repairs with respect to the databases and software for the campus-wide access control system, video management system, intrusion detection system, intercom/emergency call box system, and key management system. Includes firmware revisions, software upgrades, backups, and security patches. Also performs hardware upgrades.


• Diagnoses and resolves complex systems and network problems including coordination between Access Control and components of Information Resources.


• Functions as liaison between Access Control and security vendors or campus departments for ongoing and special projects, including ensuring vendors and manufacturers are adequately supported, and can obtain remote access to systems to provide any required support. Acts as project manager for small to moderate projects, giving direction to security vendors and other electronic security specialists.


• Performs inspections of installed security equipment and testing/commissioning of security systems and maintains inspection logs and reports as needed for project management.


• Evaluates existing infrastructure for new security system additions and produces associated cost estimates.


• Evaluates, configures, and resolves system configuration problems and ensures effective use of hardware resources on electronic security related systems.


• Assists in the review and design of new security systems. Consults with users to determine security needs and recommends solutions and assists in identifying associated costs and/or obtaining quotes from vendors. Works with building floor plans and site plans. Utilizes construction software to aid in the design of security related hardware plans.


• Installs software, personal computers, printers, and other peripherals as required, with a focus on security systems.


• Researches and tests new security technologies, and evaluates effective application and compatibility with current security systems.


• Prepares recommendations and obtains quotes for modifications or additions to operating software systems, hardware components, and software applications, with a focus on security systems.


• Maintains various logs and reports, such as hardware inventory list, repair/service records and equipment failure reports.


• Submit/maintain/renew IR server registration forms for all security related devices that require static IP addresses.


• May provide working supervision to other Electronic Security Specialists; trains or assists in training new employees; handles day-to-day questions from other Electronic Security Specialists.


• Performs other duties as assigned.

SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT

Security

This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information. To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.

EEO

UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.