Lead Security Technician

Pavion; United States; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading security integration company located in the United States is seeking a skilled Lead Security Technician. In this role, you will oversee the installation and service of various low voltage systems, including access control and CCTV. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in the field and advanced knowledge of electrical circuitry. You will manage project timelines, troubleshoot complex systems, and ensure customer satisfaction throughout project completion. Candidates must be willing to travel occasionally and be available for on-call work.

Qualifications

• At least 5+ years of experience with access control and low voltage systems.
• Advanced knowledge of electrical circuitry and network principles.
• Ability to read and understand technical drawings and installation guides.

Responsibilities

• Communicate project scope and timeline to management and clients.
• Troubleshoot complex systems and resolve issues.
• Coordinate with teams to ensure smooth workflow on projects.

Skills

Access Control Systems

Intrusion Detection

CCTV

Low Voltage Electronic Systems

Electrical Circuitry

Technical Drawings

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Mircom

Brivo

Avigilon

Ademco

Bosch

Software House

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 70+ U.S. locations and 22 countries. We bring industry‑leading expertise to clients in enterprise, healthcare, education, government, data center, and retail industries.

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 timeline, project design, and budget for large projects to management and client.
• Accountable for the successful completion of projects 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 workflow.
• 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.

Must be able to occasionally travel overnight.

Must be available for On‑Call work.

Basic Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• At least 5+ years of experience working with Access Control Systems, Intrusion Detection, CCTV and other low voltage electronic systems.
• Installation and Service of Mircom, Brivo, Avigilon, Ademco, Bosch, Software House, DMP and similar manufacturers.
• Advanced knowledge of hand tools, test/set up equipment and company machinery. Demonstrate ability to train others in use.
• Advanced knowledge of electrical circuitry, network principles, NEC and fire codes.
• Read/understand technical drawings, programming and installation guides.
• Advanced knowledge of various low voltage systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Government security clearance is a plus.

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 construed as a contract for employment.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities

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.

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.