Security Systems Tech: IP Video, Access Control, Networking

Insight Global; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking a Security Technician in San Antonio, TX to lead hands-on installation, configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of integrated security systems. You will bridge physical hardware and network security, ensuring cameras, access controls, and monitoring tools operate reliably.

The role requires experience with IP video surveillance, networking fundamentals, and client-facing walkthroughs, with certifications such as Security+ or CCNA preferred.

Qualifications

• Hands-on installation, configuration, and maintenance of integrated security systems.
• Ability to read schematics, blueprints, and network diagrams.
• Knowledge of IP networking and secure data transmission.
• Experience with customer-facing installations and walkthroughs.
• Familiarity with industry compliance standards.

Responsibilities

• Installation & Deployment: Install, program, and configure physical security systems, including IP security cameras, Access Control Systems (ACS), intrusion detection alarms, and unified management software.
• Network Integration: Connect security hardware to client networks, ensuring proper IP addressing, VLAN segmentation, and secure data transmission.
• Troubleshooting & Maintenance: Diagnose and resolve hardware, software, and connectivity failures for complex security systems under tight service level agreements (SLAs).
• Compliance & Documentation: Ensure all installations strictly adhere to industry compliance standards and company best practices. Document system configurations, network layouts, and physical layouts cleanly.
• Client Advisory: Conduct walk-throughs with client’s post-installation, explaining system functionality, mobile app integration, and basic security hygiene with a helpful, professional demeanor.

Skills

Security system installation

IP video surveillance

Access control systems

Networking fundamentals

Schematics/blueprints reading

Hardware troubleshooting

Tools

3xLogic

PDK

Axis cameras

Hanwha cameras

MSP tools

CompTIA Security+

Network+

CCNA

Job description

Insight Global is seeking a Security Technician in San Antonio, TX to lead hands-on installation, configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of integrated security systems. You will bridge physical hardware and network security, ensuring cameras, access controls, and monitoring tools operate reliably.

The role requires experience with IP video surveillance, networking fundamentals, and client-facing walkthroughs, with certifications such as Security+ or CCNA preferred.