Electronic Security Technician

Securitas US Business Unit; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Securitas US Business Unit in Sunnyvale, CA is seeking an Electronic Security Technician to install, service, and maintain electronic security systems across residential, commercial, and government environments. You will configure alarms, CCTV, access control, and integrated security solutions.

The role requires fault-finding, troubleshooting, safety compliance, and collaboration with clients to provide technical support and excellent customer service.

Qualifications

• Background in electronics and electrical knowledge.
• Experience with IT networking and system integration.
• Strong problem-solving and diagnostic skills.
• Customer service and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Install, service, and maintain electronic security systems across residential, commercial, industrial, and government environments.
• Perform fault-finding, troubleshooting, and system upgrades.
• Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with clients to provide technical support and customer service.
• Integrate security systems with IT networks and cloud-based platforms as systems become IP-based.

Skills

Electronics knowledge

IT networking

Troubleshooting

Customer service

Education

Security Systems Apprenticeship

Certificate III in Security Equipment

Tools

Alarm systems

CCTV

Access control systems

IP networking

Job description

Electronic Security Technician

We help make your world a safer place.

Securitas is a global company that offers the most advanced and sustainable security solutions in the industry. We are located in 47 countries and have 355,000 employees worldwide and over 150,000 clients.

An electronic security technician installs, maintains, and troubleshoots electronic security systems such as alarms, CCTV, access control, and integrated security solutions.

Role and Responsibilities

Electronic security technicians are responsible for the installation, servicing, and maintenance of electronic security systems across residential, commercial, industrial, and government environments. Their work typically includes:

• Installing and configuring alarms, CCTV cameras, access control systems, intercoms, and integrated security solutions

• Performing fault-finding, troubleshooting, and system upgrades

• Ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards

• Collaborating with clients to provide technical support and customer service

• Integrating security systems with IT networks and cloud-based platforms as systems become more IP-based and connected

Training and Qualifications

To become an electronic security technician, individuals often pursue a Security Systems Apprenticeship, a nationally accredited program lasting around four years. Apprentices complete a Certificate III in Security Equipment while gaining on-the-job experience under qualified technicians Key skills developed include:

• Electronics and electrical knowledge

• IT networking and system integration

• Problem-solving and diagnostic skills

• Customer service and communication
  Additional certifications or licenses may be required depending on the region and type of security work, especially for government or defense projects

With over 80 years of protecting the things that matter, we’ve seen more than most. That’s why Securitas is the partner of choice for companies and an employer of choice for candidates worldwide.

See a different world.

Securitas is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other applicable legally protected characteristic.