Senior Electronic Security Systems Technician

Chenega Corporation; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Chenega Corporation is seeking an experienced Electronic Security Systems Technician III to support installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of advanced security systems. The role covers access control, intrusion detection, CCTV, communications, and fiber optic networks in mission-critical environments.

You will ensure systems are operational, reliable, and compliant while collaborating with a skilled team of security technology professionals.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of non-residential electronic security installation and troubleshooting experience or equivalent
• LENEL OnGuard 7.3 Access Control Certification required
• Minimum of two active OEM certifications (e.g., CEIA, Smiths Detection, Morpho Detection, Panasonic CCTV etc.)
• OSHA 10 certification required
• Ability to meet customer and site access requirements
• Pass background and drug screening

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot electronic security systems (PACS, IDS, CCTV)
• Install, terminate, and test copper and fiber optic cabling
• Read and interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, and schematics
• Coordinate with customers, contractors, and other trades
• Maintain documentation and comply with safety standards
• Perform system testing, commissioning, and verification

Skills

Access control

Intrusion detection

CCTV

Fiber optic

Troubleshooting

Reading blueprints

Cable testing

Customer communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electronics

Associate's degree in Electronics

Navy/AF electronics apprenticeship

Tools

LENEL OnGuard 7.3

Test equipment (TDR/OTDR)

CCTV systems

Job description

Chenega Corporation is seeking an experienced Electronic Security Systems Technician III to support installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of advanced security systems. The role covers access control, intrusion detection, CCTV, communications, and fiber optic networks in mission-critical environments.

You will ensure systems are operational, reliable, and compliant while collaborating with a skilled team of security technology professionals.