Electronic Technician II

Chenega Security SBU; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A defense contractor is seeking an Electronic Technician II to install and maintain electronic security systems. This role involves working independently and as part of a team on Department of Defense projects. Key responsibilities include servicing access control and intrusion detection systems, providing technical support, and documenting work. Candidates should have 2-4 years of experience in related fields, strong troubleshooting and communication skills, and an active Secret security clearance. Travel to project sites may be required.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience with electronic security systems or related work.
• Active Secret security clearance required.
• Ability to work flexible hours and travel as needed.
• Strong troubleshooting and communication skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours and travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Install and service electronic security systems.
• Document work performed and maintain tools and equipment.
• Provide on-site technical support and customer training.
• Configure systems, support network integration, and perform testing.
• Document work performed and maintain tools and equipment.
• Provide on-site technical support and customer training.
• Follow all safety and quality standards.
• Travel to project sites as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Troubleshooting skills

Communication skills

IP networks experience

Low-voltage wiring knowledge

Tools

Multimeters

Basic hand and power tools

Power tools

PC literacy

Job description

Summary

The Electronic Technician II installs, troubleshoots, and maintains electronic security systems, including access control, intrusion detection, and networked security components. This role supports Department of Defense security projects at various locations and works both independently and as part of a team. This position is contingent upon contract award.

Responsibilities

What You’ll Do

• Install and service electronic security systems (access control, intrusion detection).
• Read and work from blueprints, wiring diagrams, and schematics.
• Install conduit, cabling, equipment racks, and system hardware.
• Configure systems, support network integration, and perform testing.
• Document work performed and maintain tools and equipment.
• Provide on‑site technical support and customer training.
• Follow all safety and quality standards.
• Travel to project sites as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

What You’ll Need

• 2‑4 years of experience with electronic security systems or related work.
• Experience with low‑voltage wiring, IP networks, and alarm systems.
• Active Secret security clearance.
• Strong troubleshooting and communication skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours and travel as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Lenel certification.
• Manufacturer certifications (Lenel, Software House, AMAG, Verkada, Genetec, Milestone, Avigilon, Axis, Hanwha, DMP).

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Proficient with personal computers, office equipment, basic hand and power tools (e.g., wire cutters, drills, screwdrivers), and testing devices such as multimeters.
• Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets, databases (MS Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint) and Outlook required.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk and hear. Repeat motions that include the arms, wrists, hands and/or fingers are common. The employee may occasionally be required to walk, stand, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision.
• Employees may be required to work at heights using work platforms (lifts) or ladders.