Electronic Security Systems Supervisor

Johns Hopkins Medicine; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Johns Hopkins Medicine's Johns Hopkins Public Safety (JHPS) seeks a Service Supervisor to lead enterprise electronic security and Public Safety systems. The role provides technical leadership, oversees service operations, and coordinates with IT/Network Engineering, Facilities, and clinical stakeholders to ensure reliable, compliant security across the hospital and university campuses.

Responsibilities include oversight of access control, CCTV/VMS, intrusion detection, and emergency

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in information technology, computer science, or a related field (Required)
• 5+ years of progressively responsible experience in electronic security systems (access control, CCTV/VMS, intrusion, low voltage)
• Drivers License required upon hire
• Low voltage/security installer license if required by state regulations
• Ability to pass background checks as required by clients and policy
• Willingness to work off-hours/on-call or during planned maintenance windows

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's Degree in IT/CS or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Enterprise access control systems

CCTV/VMS systems

Job description

JOB SUMMARY:
Johns Hopkins Public Safety (JHPS) is a leader in integrated security solutions, serving both the Hospital and University systems of Johns Hopkins. We specialize in the design, installation, and maintenance of electronic security systems including access control, CCTV, intrusion detection, and more. JHPS is seeking a Service Supervisor – Electronic Security Systems to lead both the service operations and technical oversight of the Johns Hopkins enterprise electronic security and Public Safety systems. This role serves as the primary operational and technical authority for service delivery, acting as the key liaison between Public Safety, IT/Network Engineering, Facilities, Project Management, clinical stakeholders, and external vendors. The Supervisor ensures all electronic security systems are reliable, secure, compliant, and aligned with organizational policy and campus security standards.Operating in a complex, mission-critical environment, this position combines hands‑on technical leadership with staff supervision and service management, overseeing systems including enterprise access control, video management systems (VMS), intrusion detection, emergency communication/intercom systems, infant protection systems, duress/panic alarms, visitor management, and integrated security platforms.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's Degree in information technology, computer science, or a related field (Required)
• 1 Minimum 5 Years of Experience (Five (5)+ years of progressively responsible experience in electronic security systems (access control, CCTV/VMS, intrusion, low voltage, and experience supporting enterprise systems in healthcare, higher education, or large campus environments)
• Drivers License 10000193 Upon Hire (Required)
• Low voltage/security installer license (if required by state regulations). Upon Hire (Required)
• Ability to pass background checks as required by clients and policy. Upon Hire (Required)
• Willingness to work off‑hours/on‑call or during planned maintenance windows as needed.
• Navigate rapidly changing situations, from evolving patient needs to technological advancements, by remaining flexible, continuously learning, embracing new challenges, and quickly recovering from setbacks.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with an emphasis on confidentiality, tact, and diplomacy.
• Applies advanced knowledge of the process in order to effectively supervise daily operations.
• Sets goals and determines how to accomplish defined results with some guidelines.
• Strong attention to detail and self-directed to consistently ensure data integrity and accuracy.
• Uphold ethical principles by maintaining confidentiality, ensuring informed consent, and making decisions that prioritize the well‑being of both patients and staff.
• Authority to direct and support employees’ daily work activities.
• Work seamlessly within diverse teams, bringing together professionals from various disciplines to provide patient‑centered care and achieve collective goals.
• Reports any breakdown in controls to management.
• Makes independent day‑to‑day tactical decisions related to schedules and daily operations, including managing overtime; may make recommendations for solving problems of moderate complexity and
  importance.
• Addresses problems that are varied, requiring analysis or interpretation of the situation using direct observation, general knowledge, and skills based on general precedents.
• Possesses thorough knowledge of a field and comprehensive understanding of the reasons and rationale behind established policies and procedures in Information Technology.
• Drives improvement in existing business processes.
• Advanced proficiency and experience using Microsoft Office Package (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook).
• Technical Skills
  • Enterprise access control systems
  • CCTV/VMS and video storage systems
  • Integrated security platforms
  • Network‑connected security infrastructure
  • Preventive maintenance & service operations
  • Advanced troubleshooting and diagnostics Upon Hire (Required)