Physical Security Systems Analyst II

ULSA University of Louisville; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Louisville is seeking a Physical Security Coordinator to lead its physical security technology platforms, provide technical and administrative support, and manage projects from design through implementation. You will work under the Physical Security Manager to ensure life safety systems, access control, and surveillance operate reliably across campus.

The role includes handling access requests, generating reports, conducting preventive maintenance, and coordinating vendor

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field plus six years’ experience with technology pertaining to access control systems, video surveillance, intrusion detection and alarm systems.
• Experience with Lenel OnGuard and Salient CompleteView.
• Experience in maintenance/troubleshooting security systems and security projects.

Responsibilities

• Complete physical access requests for university personnel and others per procedures.
• Generate systems reports and perform regular inspections of life-safety tech.
• Maintain and troubleshoot security devices and software to ensure readiness.
• Provide user training and technical support for security platforms.
• Coordinate system outages and assist in managing officer-worn body cameras.
• Lead in development of capital-project security design plans and vendor oversight.
• Monitor budgets and assist in short- and long-term financial planning.

Skills

Access control systems

Video surveillance

Intrusion detection

Alarm systems

Lenel OnGuard

Salient CompleteView

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Tools

Lenel OnGuard

Salient CompleteView

Job description

Department: Location: Belknap Campus Time Type: Full time Worker Type: Regular Job Req ID: R109629 Minimum Requirements: Bachelor's degree in a related field and two (2) years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Grade 6 (Salaried) Position Description: Under minimal supervision, the Physical Security Coordinator is to carry out, in the most thorough and professional manner possible, the university's physical security needs as outlined by the Physical Security Manager. This position serves as a subject matter expert as it relates to physical security, and is primarily responsible for providing technical and administrative support for the university’s physical security technology platforms. This includes but is not limited to: life safety technology systems, access control, and video management. This position also provides project management services for new security installations, system maintenance, and assists in Tier I support for the Public Safety Department.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Security Systems Administrator

• Complete physical access requests for university faculty, staff, students, vendors and others per university and departmental procedures.
• Generate systems’ reports as needed
• Perform regular inspections and tests of life safety technology that is deployed in the field
• Perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot, and repair security equipment and software as needed in order to ensure operational readiness
• Provide training and technical support to end users and other stakeholders
• Configure and program security devices and software
• Maintain appropriate privileges for physical security infrastructure such as servers, computers, and end devices (i.e. IP cameras, encoders, credential readers, etc.).
• Coordinate and communicate system outages to stakeholders
• Assist in the administration of ULPD Officer Worn Body Cameras

Project Management

• In coordination with the Physical Security Manager, develop functional requirements and design plans for physical protection systems for capital projects and renovations
• Attend and participate in project meetings
• Oversee third party security vendor work to ensure service agreements and deliverables are met
• Coordinates site project work with other departments and business partners to ensure the timely installation of security equipment/assets that meet compliance standards and functional requirements.
• Develop project work plans, job quotes, manage changes, and resolve problems to ensure the timely completion of projects.
• Maintain electronic project files (i.e. design records, scope of works, contracts, etc.) in a centralized repository on the Physical Security shared network drive
• Ensure budget compliance through the use of cost-effective designs, regular monitoring of project activity, and careful review of costs controls.
• Achieves effective project coordination and inter-departmental relations through regular communication, project meetings, and reporting for large projects.

Budget Management

• Responsible for sending receipts of monthly purchases to Financial Administration for processing.
• Ensure invoices are accurate and paid timely.
• Assist in the development of short- and long-term budget strategies

Special Projects

• Lead in development of grant proposals and coordinating with UofL Research and Innovation for additional funding
• In conjunction with the Physical Security Manager, conduct security and vulnerability assessments and make recommendations on enhancements using Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) principles
• Other duties as assigned

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field plus six years’ experience with technology pertaining to access control systems, video surveillance, intrusion detection and alarm systems.
• Additional knowledge of Flock LPR and Axon preferred.
• experience and/or education in a related field or with technology pertaining to access control systems, video surveillance, intrusion detection and alarm systems.
• Experience in both maintenance/troubleshooting security systems, as well as security systems project management.
• Experience in both Lenel OnGuard and Salient CompleteView.

Compensation will be commensurate to candidate experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Louisville is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. The University strives to provide equal employment opportunity on the basis of merit and without unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, sex, age, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, veteran status, marital status, or pregnancy. In accordance with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Vietnam Era Veteran Readjustment Act of 1974, the University prohibits job discrimination of individuals with disabilities, Vietnam era veterans, qualified special disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, and other protected veterans. The University acknowledges its obligations to ensure affirmative steps are taken to ensure equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment. It is the policy of the University that no employee or applicant for employment be subject to unlawful discrimination in terms of recruitment, hiring, promotion, contract, contract renewal, tenure, compensation, benefits, and/or working conditions. No employee or applicant for employment is required to endorse or condemn a specific ideology, political viewpoint, or social viewpoint to be eligible for hiring, contract renewal, tenure, or promotion. Consistent with applicable law, demographic information is collected for aggregate reporting requirements. Demographic information provided through this application is not available to hiring managers/committees and is not considered in hiring or employment decisions.

Assistance and Accommodations

Computers are available for application submission at the Human Resources Department located 2315 South First Street Walk, Room 02C - Louisville, Kentucky 40292.

If you require assistance or accommodation with our online application process, please contact us by email at [e-mail] or by phone [phone].

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