Security Technician

Avo Photonics; Fort Washington (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Avo Photonics is seeking a diligent Access Control & Security Technician to manage facility access and surveillance systems. The role requires coordinating onboarding/offboarding badges, maintaining user profiles, and auditing credentials to ensure 24x7 security.

On-site work will involve minor wiring and device installations. The ideal candidate has an associate degree in a related field and 3+ years of hands-on experience with access control and CCTV systems, plus strong communication and

Qualifications

• 3 years of prior experience with access control systems and surveillance cameras.
• Associate degree in electronics, information systems, or a related technical field.
• Familiarity with Ethernet, PoE, and low-voltage wiring for access hardware.
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely.

Responsibilities

• Manage the access control systems across Avo Photonics facilities to ensure security and safety.
• Define, implement, and maintain an organized database of user profiles with access levels.
• Oversee the employee badging process for onboarding and offboarding; regularly audit credentials for accuracy.
• Define, implement, and manage alerts for access controls to ensure 24x7 security.
• Manage and maintain Avo’s surveillance camera systems for security and employee safety.
• Perform minor wiring and hardware installation for access control and camera devices.

Skills

Access control

Surveillance cameras

Documentation

Microsoft 365

Clear communication

Education

Associate degree in electronics or information systems

Tools

Ethernet

PoE

Low voltage wiring

Microsoft 365

Google Workspace

Job description

Avo Photonics is a dynamic contract engineering services company that designs, develops and manufactures custom opto-electronic products for a large customer base. Members of our staff have the opportunity to design, prototype and produce next generation products for a diverse range of markets including environmental, medical, military, industrial, aerospace, and communications.

We seek a diligent, dedicated and meticulous person who will help to further our success and reputation in the industry through world-class customer service. The successful candidate must plan his/her own work schedule, keep multiple records, be self-motivated, maintain a professional presence, and have the desire to take ownership of projects.

Specifically

• Manage the access control system for Avo Photonics facilities to ensure security and maintain employee safety
• Define, implement, and maintain an organized database of user profiles with specific access levels
• Oversee the employee badging process for onboarding and offboarding; regularly audit access credentials to verify accuracy
• Define, implement, and manage appropriate alerts for access controls to ensure 24x7 security
• Manage and maintain Avo’s surveillance camera systems for security and employee safety
• Perform minor wiring and hardware installation for access control and camera devices

Requirements

• 3 years prior experience with access control systems and surveillance camera systems
• Associates degrees in electronics, information systems, or related technical field
• Familiarity with ethernet connections, POE, and low voltage wiring for access hardware
• Strong computer skills including use of Microsoft 365 and Google workspace
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely

Equal Opportunity Employer: Avo Photonics is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee of Avo Photonics by any method without a valid written contract in place with Avo Photonics will be deemed the sole property of Avo Photonics. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Avo Photonics as a result of the referral or through any other means.