System Administrator 2 - Salt Lake City, UT

M.c.-Dean,-Inc.; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

M.C. Dean is seeking a System Administrator 2 to join the Security and Electronic Systems (SES) unit.

The role involves commissioning, testing, and integrating electronic security systems across federal, local, and commercial projects, with onsite fieldwork and coordination across multiple teams. You will develop commissioning plans, review scripts, lead coordination meetings, and manage punch lists to ensure on-time project completion.

Qualifications

• Experience commissioning electronic security systems.
• Knowledge of access control, video surveillance, and integrated security technologies.
• Strong understanding of commissioning processes and documentation.
• Ability to coordinate across multiple teams and stakeholders.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, manage, and execute commissioning plans and schedules.
• Coordinate testing activities with Security lead and installation teams.
• Witness and validate all system commissioning tests.
• Review and approve commissioning scripts before execution.
• Lead commissioning coordination meetings and manage punch lists.
• Provide field visits to verify installation and readiness.

Skills

Commissioning experience

Access control

Video surveillance

Stakeholder coordination

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's in IT/Risk/Cybersecurity

Associate's in IT/Risk/Cybersecurity

High School Diploma

Tools

CX Alloy

Job description

Overview

About M.C. Dean

M.C. Dean is Building Intelligence®. We design, build, operate, and maintain cyber-physical solutions for the nation’s most mission-critical facilities, secure environments, complex infrastructure, and global enterprises. With over 9,000 employees, our capabilities span electrical, electronic security, telecommunications, life safety, automation and controls, audiovisual, and IT systems. Headquarters in Tysons, Virginia, M.C. Dean delivers resilient, secure, and innovative power and technology solutions through engineering expertise and smart systems integration.

Why Join Us?

Our people are passionate about engineering innovation that improves lives and drives impactful change. Guided by our core values—agility, expertise, and trust—we foster a collaborative and forward-thinking work environment. At M.C. Dean, we are committed to building the next generation of technical leaders in electrical, engineering, and cybersecurity industries.

We are seeking a System Administrator 2 to join our Security and Electronic Systems (SES) business Unit. As part of (SES) Strategic Business Unit you will be part of a team that designs, engineers, integrates, operates and maintains electronic security services inclusive of intrusion detection, access control, biometric authentication, video surveillance, audio visual, it systems, perimeter defense and command and control systems for federal, local and commercial customers across high-growth markets.

Responsibilities

Commissioning & Testing

• Develop, manage, and execute commissioning plans and schedules
• Coordinate testing activities with Security lead and installation teams
• Witness and validate all system commissioning tests
• Review and approve commissioning scripts before execution
• Ensure full functional testing of:
• Access control systems (access events, alarms, hardware)
• Video surveillance systems (camera installation, views, image validation)
• Intercom systems and integrations
• Mantrap interlocks and tailgate detection systems

System Coordination

• Work across security technologies, including:
• Card, biometric, and iris readers
• Door access configurations and alarmed doors
• Mantraps and overhead access points
• Coordinate with stakeholders to ensure proper integration and system readiness

Project Management

• Lead commissioning coordination meetings
• Establish and manage deficiency (punch) lists
• Track issue resolution and assign responsible parties
• Ensure alignment with overall project schedule
• Utilize commissioning tools (CX Alloy preferred)

Field Activities

• Conduct a minimum of three (3) onsite visits
• Verify device installation, positioning, and operational readiness
• Review system performance and testing outcomes

Deliverables

• Commissioning Script
  • Submitted for approval prior to testing
  • Final version required for project closeout
• Commissioning Report
  • Project summary, test results, lessons learned
  • Final approvals and required signatures
• Punch Lists
  • Documented deficiencies with assigned ownership
  • Final resolution required before project completion

Close-Out Responsibilities

• Review and validate contractor as-built documentation:
  • Drawings
  • O&M manuals
  • Warranty documentation
• Confirm documentation reflects actual installed conditions

Work Environment

• Combination of onsite fieldwork and coordination meetings
• Travel required for site visits as needed

Qualifications

Education:

• 2+ Years of Experience with a Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Risk Management, Cybersecurity preferred
• 6+ Years of Experience with an Associate's Degree in Information Technology, Risk Management, Cybersecurity preferred
• 8+ Years of Experience with a High School Diploma

Required Qualifications

• Experience commissioning electronic security systems
• Knowledge of access control, video surveillance, and integrated security technologies
• Strong understanding of commissioning processes and documentation
• Ability to coordinate across multiple teams and stakeholders
• Strong communication and organizational skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in data center or mission-critical environments
• Familiarity with mantrap and high-security system design
• Experience with CX Alloy or similar commissioning platforms

Desired / Advantageous Qualifications:

• Certification\Experience in CCure 9000 Access Control System desired.
• CASP certification, or CISSP certification.
• Certification\Experience in AMAG Access Control System desired.
• Certification\Experience in BOSCH BVMS desired.
• Experience programming/administrating Access Control Systems of any type desired.
• Experience with installation, troubleshooting, and testing of security electronics equipment desired.

What we offer:

• A collaborative team inspired by the way engineering and innovation enhance customer outcomes, improve lives, and change the world for the better. We are driven by our core values of agility, expertise, and trust.
• An opportunity to lead and build a business with the support of an industry-leading firm that has been in business for 75 years.
• Investment in your skills and expertise through a combination of professional and technical training programs, including leadership training and tuition reimbursement.
• Open and transparent communication with senior leadership as well as local office management.

Abilities:

• Exposure to computer screens for an extended period of time.
• Sitting for extended periods of time.
• Reach by extending hands or arms in any direction.
• Have finger dexterity in order to manipulate objects with fingers rather than whole hands or arms, for example, using a keyboard.
• Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
• Communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
• Read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
• Apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
• Identify and understand the speech of another person.