Physical Security Specialist

Physical Security Specialist III

This role will be focused on HRL’s physical security systems. The candidate will champion changes to improve how the security systems are designed, integrated, managed and maintained. This includes interfacing with security vendors directly, working with the stakeholders, and managing these systems at a high level. Additionally, this role will have a focus on UL2050 compliance. The candidate will need to take ownership of system escalations and decision making at a high level as it pertains to the security system. The candidate will need to possess strong technical knowledge as well as project management skills to be successful in this role.

Support physical security systems throughout Multiple Campuses

Analyze physical security system performance and recommend improvements

Resolve complex system issues for physical security systems and networks

Programming and integrating CCTV , Access Control Systems, Public Announcement, Intercom, IDS and others as required

Using advanced knowledge of networking principals and system administration skills to troubleshoot systems

Train system users and other system support personnel

Analyze and modify preventive maintenance checklists for system changes

Troubleshoot system performance issues and implement corrective actions

Perform preventive maintenance actions including system back-ups, error log reviews, database size and integrity checks

Organize and prepare detailed documentation of system performance, including service request records and analysis

Provide onsite system support post deployment

Provide advanced level database support

Development

Conduct in depth research and evaluate the research of Technical Specialists in order to evaluate existing and future systems

Read and interpret engineering drawings

Ensure test lab equipment is maintained

Interface with engineering team to ensure design efficiency

Conduct research and development of entire systems and analyze all interoperability and constructability scenarios

Conduct research and development on new system manufacturers (i.e. access control, intrusion detection and closed circuit television systems).

Project Management

Communicate with stakeholders, manufacturers, vendors

Creation of SOP and SOW documentation

Read blue prints, schematics and statements of work (SOW)

Coordinate with field personnel and/or engineering team to discuss any potential installation issues

Answer support calls to help field personnel and system administrators with any installation issues encountered on the job site

Follow standard project management processes

Creation of project plans to include gant charts

High Security Systems

Design, Installation Support, Programming, and Maintenance of security systems to adhere to compliance requirements listed in UL2050, ICD705, and NISPOM

Ownership of all UL systems to include semi-annual UL inspections and documentation

Other duties as required

Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Access, Power Point, Visio, project)

Strong interpersonal skills to successfully interact and collaborate with internal/external customers across organizational levels

Proficient at writing Statement of Works

Ability to perform under pressure in a dynamic environment

Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively through written and verbal means

5-10 years of experience with installation, troubleshooting and/or testing of electronic security systems with a high school diploma or GED

3-5 Years experiencing managing multiple physical security software/hardware products such as, Avigilon, Genetec, C-Cure 9000, Pro-Watch, RS2, Lenel

3-5 years experience with leading projects using industry known project management

Desire certifications in CCURE 9000, Avigilon Video, Microsoft SQL Server, Microsoft Server 2008

Desire experience in configuration and management of UNIX and Windows operating systems

Ability to sit and use computer equipment for extended periods of time during research and analysis tasks

Ability to lift and/or carry 30 pounds

Use ladders, scissor and articulating lifts

U.S. Citizenship required

Must have a current Top Secret clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI clearance with polygraph.

Current active Top Secret clearance/SCI with polygraph is desired.

The base salary range for this full-time position $76,530 - $93,320 + bonus + benefits.

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