SOC Technician: Real-Time Security & Incident Response

Chesterfield County Public Schools; Chesterfield Court House (VA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

The Security Operations Center (SOC) Technician at Chesterfield County Public Schools serves as a critical real-time monitor and incident coordinator. You will operate central monitoring equipment, observe cameras and access control, and provide immediate support to school administrators during daily operations and emergencies.

You’ll document incidents, coordinate with SSOs and dispatch, and help maintain safety data across the division.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of security monitoring practices and emergency communication protocols.
• Ability to analyze multiple data streams and communicate critical information clearly.

Responsibilities

• Monitors security camera systems, access control systems, and other safety technologies.
• Observes and reports safety concerns or unusual activity.
• Acts as a point of contact for schools and ensures timely communication.
• Provides real-time support to administrators and division leadership during incidents.
• Documents incidents and maintains logs and records.

Skills

Security monitoring

Emergency communication

Multitasking

Decision making under pressure

Tools

Camera systems

Access control

Emergency management platforms

Job description

The Security Operations Center (SOC) Technician at Chesterfield County Public Schools serves as a critical real-time monitor and incident coordinator. You will operate central monitoring equipment, observe cameras and access control, and provide immediate support to school administrators during daily operations and emergencies.

You’ll document incidents, coordinate with SSOs and dispatch, and help maintain safety data across the division.