Lead Security Technician

Pavion; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Competitive hourly pay

Job summary

Pavion seeks a Lead Security Technician to join our integration business unit in Chantilly, VA. You will lead large, complex installations for fire, security, and communications systems, coordinating with multiple teams and clients to ensure successful project outcomes.

Qualifications include an associate degree or technical certification and 7+ years in electronic security installation, with knowledge of major platforms and the ability to mentor junior technicians.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical certification in Electronics, Electrical Technology, IT, Networking or related field.
• 7+ years of electronic security installation experience, including lead technician or field supervisor.
• Manufacturer certifications in common platforms and ESA/NTS or NICET are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Communicate scope, time line, design and budget for large projects to management and client.
• Ensure timely completion, quality, and customer satisfaction at project closeout.
• Assemble and install large low voltage systems and coordinate with teams and clients.
• Troubleshoot complex systems and resolve issues.
• Direct technicians to meet project requirements and manage supplies.

Skills

Lead Technician experience

Electronic security installation

Mentoring technicians

Customer communication

Education

Associate degree or technical certification in Electronics, Electrical Technology, Information Technology, Networking

Tools

CCURE 9000

LenelS2 OnGuard

Genetec Security Center

Avigilon

Brivo

Bosch

DMP

Job description

Corporate Headquarters
Chantilly, VA 20151, USA

Description

Pavion Connects and Protects by providing innovative fire, security, and communication integration solutions to customers across the globe. We bring industry-leading expertise to clients in enterprise, healthcare, education, government, data center, and retail industries. Global Reach. Local Service.

As a global leader, Pavion specializes in the design, installation, service, and maintenance of cutting‑edge fire alarm systems, critical communications, video surveillance, access control, and advanced AV technologies. Our mission is to bring clarity and transformation to safety, security, and communication through integral technology and radical service.

With a commitment to safety, reliability, and operational excellence, Pavion ensures scalable, future‑ready solutions tailored to meet and exceed our clients’ needs. Learn more at www.pavion.com

Pavion and our family of companies are seeking a talented and motivated Lead Security Technician to join our integration business unit.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Communicate scope of work, project time line, project design, and budget for large projects to management and client.


• Accountable for the successful completion of project to include: timely results, quality of work, customer satisfaction (project closeout)


• Assemble and install large low voltage systems. Coordinate with various company departments, management and clients to ensure smooth work flow.


• Troubleshoot complex systems, identify and resolve problems.


• Coordinate with Project Manager to direct team of technicians to meet project requirements.


• Ensure materials are available at job site


• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with clients, management and peers


• Ability to make presentations to management, clients, others as directed

Basic Qualifications:

Associate degree or technical certification in Electronics, Electrical Technology, Information Technology, Networking, or a related field.

7+ years of electronic security installation experience, including experience as a Lead Technician or Field Supervisor.

Manufacturer certifications or formal training in Software House CCURE 9000, LenelS2 OnGuard, Genetec Security Center, Avigilon, Brivo, Bosch, DMP, or similar security platforms.

Industry certifications such as ESA/NTS, BICSI, NICET, or other relevant low-voltage/security certifications.

Experience with enterprise-level access control, IP video surveillance, intrusion detection, and integrated security systems.

Experience working on large commercial, healthcare, educational, government, or mission‑critical facilities.

Knowledge of IP networking, switches, VLANs, PoE, and security system integration.

Experience mentoring junior technicians, providing technical training, and overseeing multiple technicians on large installation projects.

Experience coordinating with Project Managers, subcontractors, general contractors, and customers to maintain project schedules and installation quality.

Government security clearance or ability to obtain one, when required by project assignments.

The hourly pay range for this position is $40–$50 per hour. The starting hourly pay will be determined based on qualifications, experience, education, skills, certifications, and internal equity. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package.

Disclaimer:This job description should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as may be required. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. The job description is not be construed as a contract for employment.

**Pavion is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you require accommodation or assistance during the application process, please contact us at [e-mail] . Kindly note that resumes submitted to this email address will not be reviewed. Thank you for your understanding.

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