Security Technician – Access Control & Structured Cabling

Archetype Infrastructure Solutions; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Archetype Infrastructure Solutions (AIS) is seeking experienced Security Technicians to support large-scale data center construction projects. Technicians will primarily perform access control and security system installation, with a strong focus on structured cabling for security cameras, access control devices, and other low-voltage security infrastructure.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience installing low-voltage security systems in commercial, industrial, or data center environments

Qualifications

• Experience as Security Technician or related positions.
• Hands-on experience installing low-voltage security systems.
• Experience pulling and installing low-voltage structured cabling.
• Ability to read basic blueprints, drawings, and cable schedules.
• Data center construction experience preferred.
• OSHA 10 certification preferred.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a construction team.

Responsibilities

• Install structured cabling for access control systems and CCTV.
• Pull, route, dress, secure, and label low-voltage cabling in large data centers.
• Install cabling for access control devices including card readers and door contacts.
• Install and route cabling for CCTV/IP security cameras.
• Terminate and test copper/low-voltage cabling with proper labeling.
• Maintain clean, organized installations following safety and cable-management standards.
• Coordinate with foremen, project managers, electricians, and other trades.
• Assist with testing, troubleshooting, and commissioning of security cabling and devices.

Job description

Position Overview

Archetype Infrastructure Solutions (AIS) is seeking experienced Security Technicians to support large-scale data center construction projects. Technicians will primarily perform access control and security system installation, with a strong focus on structured cabling for security cameras, access control devices, and other low-voltage security infrastructure.

The ideal candidate has hands‑on experience installing low‑voltage security systems in commercial, industrial, or data center environments and is comfortable working with cable tray, ladder rack, J‑hooks, conduit, and other structured cabling pathways.

Key Responsibilities

• Install structured cabling for access control systems, security cameras, and other Division 28 systems


• Pull, route, dress, secure, and label low-voltage cabling throughout large-scale data center environments


• Install cabling for access control devices including card readers, door contacts, request-to-exit devices, and other security equipment


• Install and route cabling for CCTV/IP security camera systems


• Terminate and test copper/low-voltage cabling


• Maintain clean and organized cable installations while following proper bend radius, support, separation, and cable-management requirements


• Work with cable tray, ladder rack, J‑hooks, conduit, and other pathways


• Read and interpret blueprints, security drawings, cable schedules, and installation plans


• Perform cable labeling and identification according to project standards


• Assist with testing, troubleshooting, and commissioning of security cabling and devices


• Coordinate with foremen, project managers, electricians, and other trades to complete installations efficiently


• Maintain a safe, clean, and professional work environment while following all data center and job-site safety requirements

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Security Technician, Access Control Technician, Low-Voltage Technician, or Structured Cabling Technician


• Hands‑on experience with access control and/or security camera systems


• Experience pulling and installing low-voltage structured cabling


• Ability to read basic blueprints, drawings, and cable schedules


• Familiarity with cable tray, ladder rack, J‑hooks, and conduit


• Ability to properly terminate, label, organize, and test cabling


• Data center construction experience is strongly preferred


• OSHA 10 certification is preferred


• Ability to work independently and as part of a larger construction team

Preferred Experience

• Data center security installations


• CCTV/IP camera systems


• Access control systems


• Cat5e/Cat6/Cat6A structured cabling


• Cable testing and troubleshooting


• Division 28 electronic safety and security systems


• Working on large-scale commercial or industrial construction projects

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry tools, cable, and equipment


• Ability to work from ladders, lifts, and elevated platforms


• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and work overhead for extended periods


• Ability to work in an active construction and data center environment


• Must be able to wear required PPE and comply with all site‑specific safety requirements