Electronic Security Technical Specialist 2 - Tysons, VA

M.C. Dean; Virginia, Tysons (MN, VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Electronic Security Technical Specialist, where you will play a crucial role in enhancing security systems for diverse clients. This position offers a unique opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in electronic security, including intrusion detection, access control, and video surveillance. Collaborate with a talented team to ensure systems are not only effective but also sustainable, making a meaningful impact on the safety and security of critical infrastructures. If you are passionate about technology and eager to contribute to innovative solutions, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Professional and technical training programs

Tuition reimbursement

Open communication with senior leadership

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in electronic security systems installation and troubleshooting.
• Ability to work flexible hours including nights and weekends.
• Vendor certifications in IDS, ACS, and CCTV systems are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Analyze system performance and recommend improvements.
• Provide on-site system support post-deployment.
• Troubleshoot system performance issues and implement corrective actions.

Skills

Installation of electronic security systems

Troubleshooting electronic security systems

Networking principles

System administration skills

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Associate's Degree

Tools

Identiv/Hirsch Velocity

Bosch IDS

Bosch CCTV

Aiphone Intercom Systems

Windows operating systems

Job description

Overview

Your Future at M.C. Dean

We're seeking people driven to excellence and inspired to have a meaningful impact powering, automating, integrating, and securing the world's most critical infrastructure and facilities. This translates into fulfilling opportunities for employees driven to excel in a meaningful career. As an employee at M.C. Dean, you will join forces with more than 5,800 professionals who engineer and deploy automated, secure and resilient power and technology systems; and deliver the management platforms essential for long-term system sustainability. Together, we transform the way complex, large-scale systems are designed, delivered, and sustained-enhancing client outcomes, improving lives, and changing the world for the better.

We are seeking an Electronic Security Technical Specialist 2 to join our Security and Electronic Systems (SES) business Unit. As part of (SES) Strategic Business Unit you will be part of a team that designs, engineers, integrates, operates and maintains electronic security services inclusive of intrusion detection, access control, biometric authentication, video surveillance, audio visual, IT systems, perimeter defense and command and control systems for federal, local and commercial customers across high-growth markets.

Responsibilities

The Tech Specialist 2 will demonstrate the following capabilities:

• Analyze system performance and recommend improvements
• Provide support to the system administration and engineering team
• Using advanced knowledge of networking principals and system administration skills to troubleshoot systems and operating systems
• Communicate with customers, manufacturers, vendors and system administrators
• Train system users and other system support personnel
• Analyze and modify preventive maintenance checklists for system changes
• Troubleshoot system performance issues and implement corrective actions
• Organize and prepare detailed documentation of system performance, including service request records and analysis
• Perform desktop hardware and operating system set-up, imaging software loading, and antivirus updates
• Conduct in depth research and evaluate the research of Technical Specialists in order to evaluate existing and future systems
• Provide on site system support post deployment
• Read and interpret engineering drawings
• Understand SOP and SOW documentation
• Ensure test lab equipment is maintained
• Interface with engineering team to ensure design efficiency
• Interface with internal and external customers demonstrating excellent oral and written communication skills
• Conduct research and development of entire systems and analyze all interoperability and constructability scenarios
• Read blue prints, schematics and statements of work (SOW).
• Coordinate with field personnel and/or engineering team to discuss any potential installation issues
• Answer support calls to help field personnel and system administrators with any installation issues encountered on the job site
• Conduct research and development on new system manufacturers (i.e. access control, intrusion detection and closed circuit television systems).
• Perform all duties with minimal direct supervision

Qualifications

Clearance/Citizen Type: Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and may meet eligibility requirements, including U.S. Citizenship.

Position / Candidate Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED with 8+ years of experience with installation, troubleshooting and/or testing of electronic security systems or
• Associates with 6+ years of experience
• Reliable attendance at customer site during work hours required by customer
• Ability to work a flexible schedule that includes occasional nights and weekends
• Ability to travel CONUS and OCONUS

Desired Qualifications:

• Vendor certifications in multiple IDS, ACS, and CCTV systems
• Identiv/Hirsch Velocity, Bosch IDS, Bosch CCTV, Bosch BVMS, Aiphone Intercom Systems, FFT, Virtualization, Networking, Windows operating systems & certifications and experience in installation of said systems.

What we offer:

• A collaborative team inspired by the way engineering and innovation enhance customer outcomes, improve lives, and change the world for the better. We are driven by our core values of agility, expertise, and trust.
• An opportunity to lead and build a business with the support of an industry-leading firm that has been in business for 75 years.
• Investment in your skills and expertise through a combination of professional and technical training programs, including leadership training and tuition reimbursement.
• Open and transparent communication with senior leadership as well as local office management.

Abilities:

• Exposure to computer screens for an extended period of time.
• Sitting for extended periods of time.
• Reach by extending hands or arms in any direction.
• Have finger dexterity in order to manipulate objects with fingers rather than whole hands or arms, for example, using a keyboard.
• Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
• Communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
• Read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
• Apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
• Identify and understand the speech of another person.