Hospital Security Technical Specialist – Security Department – Full Time

University of Missouri Health Care; Columbia Township (MO); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision and dental insurance

Generous paid leave and holidays

Retirement options with 100% match up

Tuition assistance for employees

Discounts on services

Job summary

MU Health Care is seeking a proactive security technology professional to support access control, video management, and incident systems on-site at University Hospital in Columbia, MO. You will collaborate with IT and facilities teams to ensure reliable, secure operations and continuous improvement.

The role requires strong attention to detail, excellent stakeholder communication, and the ability to respond effectively to critical incidents in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience with access control platforms, video management systems and incident management software.
• CPTED certification within one year as a condition of continued employment.
• Missouri driver license (Class F) within 30 days of residency.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to resolve day-to-day issues related to security technology systems, including programming support and system performance improvements.
• Coordinate with IT professionals and vendors for server maintenance and integration of security systems with IT infrastructure, ensuring cybersecurity compliance.
• Perform audits, prepare access tracking reports, train employees on security systems, and oversee installation and testing of security tech.

Job description

Shift: Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Work Arrangement: On-Site

Department: Security Department

Facility: University Hospital – 1 Hospital Drive, Columbia, MO

Compensation

Base Pay Range: $22.00 - $34.74 per hour, based on experience

ABOUT THE JOB

MU Health Care is looking for a highly skilled, solutions-driven professional who thrives at the intersection of technology, security, and innovation. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem solver with a sharp analytical mindset, a passion for continuous improvement, and the ability to confidently navigate complex systems while maintaining exceptional attention to detail. They are a collaborative partner who excels at building relationships across teams, communicates effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders, and remains committed to delivering reliable, secure outcomes. Success in this role requires adaptability, accountability, and a strong customer-service focus, especially when responding to critical issues and supporting a fast-paced healthcare environment. If you are energized by emerging technologies, driven to optimize performance, and motivated to make a meaningful impact on safety and security, we encourage you to apply and join our team.

ABOUT MU HEALTH CARE

MU Health Care is proud to be named one of Forbes’ Best-in-State Employers seven years in a row, and that’s largely a result of the incredible culture and team we’ve built. At MU Health Care, we have an inspired, hard-working and collaborative environment driven by our mission to save and improve lives. Here, we believe anything is possible and rally around solutions. We celebrate innovation and offer opportunities to be a part of something bigger — to have a voice and role in the work that is serving our community and changing the field of medicine.

Our academic health system — the only in mid-Missouri — is home to seven hospitals, including the region’s only Level 1 Trauma Center and region’s only Children’s Hospital, as well as over 90 specialty clinics. Here you can define your career among our many clinical and nonclinical positions — with growth, opportunity and support every step of the way.

Learn more about MU Health Care.

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EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

• Health, vision and dental insurance coverage starting day one
• Generous paid leave and paid time off, including ten holidays
• Multiple retirement options, including 100% matching up to 8%and full vesting in three years
• Tuition assistance for employees (75%) and immediate family members (50%)
• Discounts on cell phone plans, rental cars, gyms, hotels and more
• See a comprehensive list of benefits here.

DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION

• Provide technical support to resolve day-to- day issues related to various security technology systems, to include programming support for core functions and programming modifications for system performance improvement. Provide technical liaison with Information Technology professionals and technology system vendors for server maintenance and proper integration of security systems with overall IT infrastructure, to include compliance with cyber security policies and procedures.
• Monitor system performance and data integrity through the use of regular audits and provide feedback to primary users and integrators. Prepares reports for access tracking and access violations. Provide training to employees regarding security systems as needed. Assist with Planning, Design & Construction. Support and oversee the new installation of security technology systems as it relates to ensuring compliance with standards, and support for local system integrators. Provide testing of security technology system installations prior to final acceptance.
• Adheres to University of Missouri System, campus, healthcare, and departmental policies and procedures. Perform related duties as assigned, which may include duties outside the area of responsibility with oversight. Execute emergency responsibilities, including on-call for weekends, holidays, and after hours as designated. May complete unit/department-specific duties as outlined in department documents.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma, technical certification, or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities can be acquired.
• Experience and knowledge of various access control platforms, video management systems and incident management application/software.
• Essentials of Crime Prevention through Environmental Design (CPTED) certification by ASIS International within one (1) year as a condition of continued employment in this job classification.
• Personal driver license; Missouri class F or higher license within thirty (30) days of Missouri residency.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• OnGuard Certified Associate certification.
• Additional license/certification requirements as determined by the hiring department.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met with or without reasonable accommodation. The performance of these physical demands is an essential function of the job. The employee may be required ambulate, remain in a stationary position and position self to reach and/or move objects above the shoulders and below the knees. The employee may be required to move objects up to 10 lbs.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.