Technician - Security Operations Center

Chesterfield County Public Schools; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 44,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Chesterfield County Public Schools is seeking a Security Operations Center Technician to monitor real-time safety systems and coordinate incident response across school campuses. You will serve as the central point of contact for schools, providing immediate support to administrators, SSOs, and leadership during incidents.

The role requires strong knowledge of security monitoring practices, emergency communication protocols, and the ability to analyze multiple data streams while maintaining

Qualifications

• Considerable knowledge of security monitoring practices and emergency communication protocols.
• Ability to analyze multiple data streams simultaneously and communicate critical information clearly under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Monitors security camera systems, access control, and other safety technologies to maintain situational awareness across the division.
• Observes and identifies potential safety concerns and communicates with appropriate personnel.
• Serves as a point of contact for schools reporting safety concerns or incidents.
• Provides real-time support to administrators, SSOs, and leadership during safety incidents.
• Maintains incident logs and records; prepares incident reports and updates.

Skills

Security monitoring

Emergency communication

Data analysis

Communication under pressure

Job description

Our outstanding teachers, support staff members and leaders are top-notch educators whom others seek to emulate, and quite simply – we would like for you to consider joining us.

General Description

The Security Operations Center (SOC) Technician serves as a critical member of Chesterfield County Public Schools’ (CCPS) central safety hub, responsible for real-time monitoring, communication, and incident coordination. Working under the direction of the SOC Manager, the Technician ensures situational awareness across all school campuses by monitoring security technologies and providing immediate support to school-based staff during daily and emergency events. The incumbent facilitates a coordinated response to incidents, ensuring that information gaps are closed and resources are dispatched efficiently.

Job Description

Essential Job Functions:

• Monitors security camera systems, access control systems, and other safety technologies to maintain situational awareness across the school division
• Observes and identifies potential safety concerns or unusual activity and communicates information to appropriate personnel in accordance with established procedures
• Serves as a point of contact for schools reporting safety concerns or incidents and ensures timely communication with appropriate staff and supervisors
• Provides real-time support to school administrators, School Security Officers (SSOs), and division leadership during safety incidents
• Maintains communication with Field Operations personnel and public safety partners when incidents require coordination or response
• Documents security incidents, alerts, and operational activities in accordance with division procedures
• Maintains logs and records related to monitoring activities, incident notifications, and operational communications
• Assists in the coordination and dissemination of safety alerts and situational updates across the school division
• Maintains awareness of division safety protocols and ensures monitoring procedures are followed consistently
• Assists in maintaining databases and records related to safety and security operations
• Supports the testing and monitoring of security technology systems including cameras, access control, and emergency management systems
• May perform other duties as assigned

Budgetary Responsibility

None

Report Preparation

Prepares and submits incident reports, logs, and situational awareness updates in a timely and accurate fashion; prepares other basic reports as requested

Equipment Operation

Proficiency in the operation of central monitoring equipment, including multi-screen camera displays, access control software, emergency management platforms, and radio communication systems

Contacts

Maintains regular contact with the SOC Manager, SSOs, school administrators, and public safety dispatchers

Work Direction/Supervision

This position does not provide work direction or supervision to others.

Decision-Making

This position requires the ability to make rapid, accurate decisions during fast-moving events to ensure the appropriate notification and dispatch of resources.

Formal Policy-Setting Responsibilities

May provide input or recommendations regarding operational protocols and quality assurance standards within the SOC

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for extended periods while monitoring multiple video displays. The employee must be able to use hands and fingers to operate computer controls and communicate clearly via radio and telephone. Specific vision abilities include close vision and the ability to maintain focus on high-density data and video feeds for long durations.

Work Environment

Work is performed primarily within the Security Operations Center environment, which involves high-density technology use and may include high-stress situations during emergency incidents. The role requires the ability to remain calm and effective during high-stress emergency situations. Noise levels will vary.

Qualifications

Considerable knowledge of security monitoring practices, emergency communication protocols, and the use of integrated security technology. Ability to analyze multiple data streams simultaneously and communicate critical information clearly and concisely under pressure.

Additional Job Requirements

• Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Criminal History Investigation
• State Police Criminal History Investigation
• Child Protective Services (CPS) Investigation
• Tuberculosis Screening/Test

Compensation

$43,620.10 - $74,138.25

Hours Per Day

8

Days Per Year

260

Benefits

Chesterfield County Public Schools offers a wide variety of benefits to employees. Benefit offerings may differ based upon full-time and part-time employee status.

Chesterfield County Public Schools assures Equal Employment Opportunities for employees as required by Federal and State Orders and Laws. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks. This job description is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements. However, administration reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary. It is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position and does not imply an employment contract.