Security Technician Protect Long Beach

Vast Space Llc.; Long Beach, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

401(k) retirement plan

Onsite meals and snacks

Job summary

Vast Space Llc. in Long Beach, CA is seeking a hands-on Security Technician to install, maintain, and operate physical security systems across multiple sites.

This full-time, non-exempt role reports to the Manager, Physical Security Systems & Technology and requires travel up to 10% of the time. Responsibilities include installing access control, video surveillance, visitor management, and intrusion detection systems, performing preventive maintenance, and supporting security projects with

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on experience installing and maintaining physical security systems.
• High school diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and service access control, video surveillance, visitor management, and intrusion detection systems.
• Perform preventative maintenance, firmware updates, and system health checks.
• Troubleshoot low-voltage security systems and assist with incident response and testing.
• Support security projects across multiple sites with scheduling and reporting.

Skills

Security cameras

VMS platforms

Access control systems

Door hardware

Intrusion detection systems

Low-voltage wiring

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

At Vast, our mission is to contribute to a future where billions of people are living and thriving in space. Vast is developing next-generation space stations to ensure a continuous human presence in space for America and its allies, enabling advanced microgravity research and manufacturing, and unlocking a new space economy for government, corporate, and private customers. Using an incremental, hardware-rich and low-cost approach, Vast is rapidly developing its multi-module Haven Station. Haven Demo’s 2025 success made Vast the only operational commercial space station company to fly and operate its own spacecraft. Next, Haven-1 is expected to become the world’s first commercial space station when it launches, followed by additional Haven modules to enable permanent human presence by 2030. Our team is all-in, committed to executing our mission safely and on time. If you want to work with the most talented people on Earth furthering space exploration for humanity, come join us.

Vast is seeking a hands‑on, detail‑orientedSecurity Technician to support the installation, maintenance, and operation of physical security systems across Vast facilities. Reporting to the Manager, Physical Security Systems & Technology, this role is a critical execution-level position responsible for keeping security infrastructure operational, reliable, and compliant across multiple sites.

This is a full‑time, non‑exempt position based at Vast’s Long Beach, California location, with regular work across Southern California facilities.

Responsibilities:

Physical Security Systems Installation & Maintenance

• Assist with the installation, configuration, and servicing of:
  • Access control systems (badge readers, controllers, door hardware, secure zones)
  • Video surveillance systems (IP cameras, VMS platforms, mounts, alignment)
  • Visitor management systems
  • Intrusion detection and sensor systems
  • Door locking mechanisms and related security hardware
• Conduct preventative maintenance, inspections, and repairs to ensure systems remain operational and online
• Perform firmware updates, basic configuration changes, and system health checks as directed

Troubleshooting & Operational Support

• Troubleshoot and service low‑voltage security systems, including:
• Offline or malfunctioning cameras, readers, sensors, or panels
• Access issues related to door hardware or reader function
• Support alarm testing, system validation, and acceptance testing
• Assist with incident response and forensic requests by retrieving video, access logs, and system data as directed

Project Support & Site Work

• Support security technology projects across multiple Vast sites, including:
• Assisting with retrofit work, expansions, and new deployments
• Managing assigned installation timelines and reporting progress and expectations to leadership
• Review architectural plans and perform site walks to:
• Identify device placement (“spots and dots”)
• Update or mark plans for current and future deployments
• Assist with building security cores and restricted‑access areas
• Communicate effectively with:
• Protect team members
• Facilities, IT, and other internal stakeholders
• Track work in an organized and timely manner, including preventative maintenance tasks and service activities
• Maintain accurate documentation, service records, and device inventories
• Maintain adequate on‑site stockpiles of security equipment and spare parts
• Maintain working relationships with external vendors and integrators
• Assist with scheduling vendor work when internal resources are insufficient or specialized support is required
• Support vendor oversight during installations or service visits

Minimum Qualifications:

• 5+ years of hands‑on experience installing and maintaining physical security systems
• High school diploma or GED required

Physical & Work Requirements:

• Ability to lift at least 30 pounds
• Ability to work on ladders and scissor lifts
• Willingness to occasionally work in small or confined spaces
• Comfortable working in office, industrial, and construction‑adjacent environments

Additional Requirements:

• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time
• Strong working knowledge of:
  • Security cameras and VMS platforms
  • Access control systems
  • Door and locking hardware
  • Intrusion detection and alarm systems
• Experience with low‑voltage wiring and field hardware installation.
• Ability to read, interpret, and mark up architectural drawings
• Experience maintaining physical keying systems
• Experience assisting with alarm testing and restricted‑area builds
• Willingness to work overtime or weekends to support critical mission milestones
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Clear verbal and written communication skills
• Professional judgment, integrity, and discretion when handling sensitive security information

Pay Range: California

$33 - $47 USD

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Base salary will vary depending on job‑related knowledge, education, skills, experience, business needs, and market demand. Salary is just one component of our comprehensive compensation package. Full‑time employees also receive company equity, as well as access to a full suite of compelling benefits and perks, including: medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents, generous paid time off; up to 20+ days of vacation for exempt staff and up to 10+ days of vacation for non‑exempt staff with the ability to cash‑out unused vacation annually, paid parental leave, short and long‑term disability insurance, life insurance, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, ClassPass credits, personalized mental healthcare through Spring Health, and other discounts and perks. We also take pride in offering exceptional food perks, with snacks, drip coffee & onsite barista, cold drinks, and dinner meals remaining free of charge, and lunch subsidized as part of Vast’s ongoing commitment to providing high‑quality meals for employees.

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The person hired will have access to information and items subject to U.S. export controls, and therefore, must either be a "U.S. person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.62 or otherwise eligible for deemed export licensing. This status includes U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents (green card holders), and asylees and refugees with such status granted, not pending.

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Vast is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Vast is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

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