Remote Security Electronics Tech III (VSS/ACS/IDS) – Boston

Cherokee Federal; Boston (MA); Remote; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Cherokee Federal is seeking an experienced Security Electronics Technician III for remote work, local to Boston, MA. The role requires active Dept.

of Treasury clearance or ability to obtain one, and focuses on installing, maintaining, and repairing integrated electronic security systems including VSS, ACS, and IDS. The position includes responsibilities from planning and provisioning to on-site maintenance, inventory control, and customer-facing guidance.

Qualifications

• Approximately 3+ years of experience in government or commercial installations and locations preferred.
• Demonstrated experience and training in circuitry and electronics basics, wiring connections, fiber optic cabling and connections, Video Surveillance (VSS), Access Control (ACS), Intrusion Detection (IDS), CAT6 cabling runs and troubleshooting.
• Experience in installation, maintenance, upgrade, and support of ACS, IDS and VSS hardware/software.
• Experience installing equipment including configuration of connections with centralized monitoring systems such as Identiv, Honeywell and Bosch preferred.
• Experience and formal training as a low voltage electrician a plus.
• Formal training in basics of electronics and circuitry from technical school or vendor certifications.
• Must be skilled in test equipment such as: digital multimeters, toner tracer, lineman handset and video test monitor.
• Certification as an installer of equipment such as Identiv/Hirsch, Software House, Bosch, Honeywell and Exacq.
• Ability to lift or move items up to 25 lbs.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite applications
• Must possess a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to obtain at least a Department of Treasury clearance.
• GED Required.
• Mandatory VSS, ACS and IDS experience.
• Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Responsibilities

• Plan, procure, install, and maintain on-site security systems, including IDS testing.
• Inventory control of electronic security equipment and updates.
• Provide technical guidance to team and customer.
• Electrical troubleshooting and camera installation.
• Follow layout sheets and manufacturer guidance.
• Document work orders and monthly reports.
• Occasional overtime.
• Process customer-requested work orders and reports weekly.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Video Surveillance

Access Control

Intrusion Detection

Electrical Troubleshooting

Fiber Optic Cabling

Cable Wiring

Education

GED Required

Tools

Identiv

Hirsch

Bosch

Honeywell

Exacq

Digital Multimeters

Toner Tracer

Lineman Handset

Job description

Cherokee Federal is seeking an experienced Security Electronics Technician III for remote work, local to Boston, MA. The role requires active Dept.

of Treasury clearance or ability to obtain one, and focuses on installing, maintaining, and repairing integrated electronic security systems including VSS, ACS, and IDS. The position includes responsibilities from planning and provisioning to on-site maintenance, inventory control, and customer-facing guidance.