Senior Security Installation Specialist

Insight Global; Canton (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global's client in the Boston area is seeking a Senior Security Installation Specialist to install, program, and commission integrated security systems, including IP CCTV, alarm sensors, access control devices, and security software.

The role supports complex new construction and retrofit projects across hospitals, universities, data centers, and industrial facilities, with a focus on safe, high-quality installations, testing, documentation, and mentoring of junior team members.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience installing and troubleshooting access control, CCTV, and alarm sensors.
• Experience programming systems via Software House or Genetec.
• Ability to read construction documents and electrical theory.
• Massachusetts or Rhode Island Class D Electrical License.

Responsibilities

• Lead operational testing, system verification, and customer acceptance.
• Train end users and generate detailed installation reports.
• Mentor less experienced team members and coordinate with trade contractors.
• As a senior representative of Siemens on-site, maintain professionalism and customer-focused communication.

Skills

Security system installation

CCTV/IP systems

Electrical theory

Team leadership

Tools

Software House

Genetec

Job description

Job Description

A client of Insight Global is looking for a Senior Security Installation Specialist to join their team in Boston, Massachusetts. The ideal candidate should be a seasoned professional with extensive experience in installing, programming, and commissioning integrated security systems, including IP-based CCTV, alarm sensors, access control devices, and security software platforms. This senior-level role supports complex new construction and retrofit projects across commercial environments such as hospitals, universities, data centers, and industrial facilities in the Greater Boston area. The candidate should demonstrate a high level of technical expertise, project coordination skills, and a commitment to delivering safe, efficient, and high-quality installations.

In addition to core technical responsibilities, the ideal candidate will lead operational testing, system verification, and customer acceptance processes. They will assist in training end users, generate detailed reports, and identify and resolve code compliance or installation issues. A key aspect of this role is mentoring less experienced team members, fostering a culture of knowledge-sharing and continuous improvement. The candidate should also be comfortable coordinating with trade contractors and supporting project scheduling to ensure seamless execution. As a senior representative of Siemens on-site, professionalism, leadership, and customer-focused communication are essential.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.

Skills and Requirements

5+ years of experience installing and/or troubleshooting Card Access Readers, CCTV Cameras, Security Cameras, Door Security Hardware, and Security Alarm Sensors in a commercial and construction environment.

Experience with programming these systems through Software House, Genetec, or similar platform software.

Working knowledge of Electrical Theory, Vault meters, Circuitry, and Relay Functions.

Mechanically inclined.

Comfortable in an open construction environment Massachusetts or Rhode Island Class D Electrical License.

Ability to read and understand construction documents.

Experience installing strikes from scratch.