Physical Security Technologist - CCure 9000 Specialist

Applied Materials, Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 116,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Bonus and stock awards

Job summary

Applied Materials in Austin, TX is seeking a highly skilled Physical Security Technologist to support CCure 9000-based access control. You will administer, deploy, and integrate security systems across enterprise environments, driving improvements and ensuring system reliability.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years of enterprise security experience, hands-on CCure 9000, and strong knowledge of IP networking and security operations. Travel up to 20% may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Security Systems, Engineering, Criminal Justice, or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years of experience supporting enterprise physical security systems.
• Hands-on experience administering and troubleshooting Software House CCure 9000.
• Strong understanding of access control systems, security hardware and field devices, IP networking, and physical security operations.
• Experience supporting enterprise-level security environments.

Responsibilities

• Administer, configure, and maintain Software House CCure 9000 access control systems.
• Manage cardholder databases, access levels, schedules, clearances, and security policies.
• Configure and maintain controllers, readers, door hardware, input/output devices, and associated access control components.
• Monitor system health, troubleshoot issues, and perform corrective maintenance.
• Support badge management processes, credential lifecycle management, and visitor access workflows.
• Integrate CCure 9000 with video management systems and other security technologies.
• Coordinate testing and validation of integrated security solutions.
• Assist in evaluating and implementing new physical security technologies.
• Collaborate with IT teams to support network connectivity, server infrastructure, cybersecurity requirements, and system performance.
• Coordinate software upgrades, patch management, and firmware updates.
• Maintain system backups, disaster recovery processes, and business continuity plans.
• Participate in construction, renovation, and security enhancement projects.
• Review security design documents, drawings, and technical specifications.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Customer service

Attention to detail

Incident management

Communication

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Software House CCure 9000

iSTAR Controllers

CCURE Client

Genetec Security Center

Milestone XProtect

Job description

Who We Are

Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design, build and service cutting-edge equipment that helps our customers manufacture display and semiconductor chips – the brains of devices we use every day. As the foundation of the global electronics industry, Applied enables the exciting technologies that literally connect our world – like AI and IoT. If you want to push the boundaries of materials science and engineering to create next generation technology, join us to deliver material innovation that changes the world.

What We Offer

Salary: $116,000.00 - $159,500.00

Location: Austin,TX, Santa Clara,CA

You’ll benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages you to learn, develop, and grow your career as you take on challenges and drive innovative solutions for our customers. We empower our team to push the boundaries of what is possible—while learning every day in a supportive leading global company. Visit our Careers website to learn more.

At Applied Materials, we care about the health and wellbeing of our employees. We’re committed to providing programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth and care for you at work, at home, or wherever you may go. Learn more about our benefits.

Physical Security Technologist (CCure 9000 Specialist)

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Physical Security Technologist to support the administration, deployment, integration, and optimization of enterprise physical security systems, with a primary focus on Software House CCure 9000 Access Control System. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing access control infrastructure, integrating security technologies, supporting daily operations, and driving continuous improvements across the organization’s physical security environment.

Key Responsibilities

Access Control Administration

• Administer, configure, and maintain Software House CCure 9000 access control systems.
• Manage cardholder databases, access levels, schedules, clearances, and security policies.
• Configure and maintain controllers, readers, door hardware, input/output devices, and associated access control components.
• Monitor system health, troubleshoot issues, and perform corrective maintenance.
• Support badge management processes, credential lifecycle management, and visitor access workflows.

Security Systems Integration

• Integrate CCure 9000 with video management systems, intrusion detection systems, visitor management platforms, and other security technologies.
• Support event monitoring, alarm management, and automated response workflows.
• Coordinate testing and validation of integrated security solutions.
• Assist in evaluating and implementing new physical security technologies.

Security Operations Support

• Investigate and resolve access control incidents and system outages.
• Support security investigations through access event reporting, audit logs, and system analysis.
• Perform routine system audits to ensure compliance with organizational and regulatory requirements.
• Develop and maintain operational procedures and support documentation.

Infrastructure & Technical Support

• Collaborate with IT teams to support network connectivity, server infrastructure, cybersecurity requirements, and system performance.
• Troubleshoot IP-based security devices, controllers, workstations, and supporting hardware.
• Coordinate software upgrades, patch management, and firmware updates.
• Maintain system backups, disaster recovery processes, and business continuity plans.

Project Implementation

• Participate in construction, renovation, and security enhancement projects.
• Coordinate installation activities with integrators, contractors, and vendors.
• Conduct system commissioning, acceptance testing, and turnover activities.
• Review security design documents, drawings, and technical specifications.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Security Systems, Engineering, Criminal Justice, or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years of experience supporting enterprise physical security systems.
• Hands‑on experience administering and troubleshooting Software House CCure 9000.
• Strong understanding of:
  • Access control systems
  • Security hardware and field devices
  • IP networking fundamentals
  • Physical security operations
• Experience supporting enterprise‑level security environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with:
  • Software House iSTAR controllers
  • CCURE Client and Monitoring Station
  • Victor Video Management System
  • Genetec Security Center
  • LenelS2 OnGuard
  • Milestone XProtect
• Experience supporting highly regulated or critical infrastructure environments.
• Familiarity with identity management and logical/physical access integration.
• Project management or system implementation experience.

Technical Skills

• Software House CCure 9000
• iSTAR Controllers
• Access Control Hardware
• Alarm Monitoring & Event Management
• Badge Management Systems
• Security System Integration
• TCP/IP Networking
• Windows Server Administration
• SQL Database Fundamentals
• Security Incident Response
• Reporting and Audit Management

Core Competencies

• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
• Customer-focused service delivery
• Attention to detail
• Incident and problem management
• Effective communication and stakeholder engagement
• Project coordination and execution
• Documentation and process improvement

Preferred Certifications

• Software House CCure 9000 Certification
• Physical Security Professional (PSP)
• Certified Protection Professional (CPP)
• Security Industry Association (SIA) Certifications
• CompTIA Network+
• Cisco CCNA
• Project Management Professional (PMP) (preferred)

Work Environment

• Ability to travel between office and campus locations as required.
• Participate in on-call rotations and after-hours maintenance activities.
• Ability to lift and handle physical security equipment up to 40 lbs.
• Work closely with Security Operations, Facilities, IT, and construction project teams.

Additional Information

Time Type: Full time

Employee Type: Assignee / Regular

Travel: Yes, 20% of the Time

Relocation Eligible: No

The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location, hire grade, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and with consideration of internal equity of our current team members. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable.

For all sales roles, the posted salary range is the Target Total Cash (TTC) range for the role, which is the sum of base salary and target bonus amount at 100% goal achievement.

Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

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