Sr. Security System Installation Technician

Company Description

Join our team at Convergint Federal Solutions. Become part of one of the nation's leading security integrators for the U.S. Federal Government.

Convergint Federal Solutions (CFS) is a systems integration company that is focused on the physical security with locations in Maryland, Virginia, and North Carolina. CFS is a leader in the design, integration, installation, maintenance, and operation of technically complex integrated physical security management systems. We have the ability to support the entire life cycle of these programs and projects—from security analyses, engineering and design, through installation, operation and maintenance—using in-house personnel and resources is our biggest discriminator.

CFS is experiencing tremendous success, and we currently have openings for Senior Security System Installers who are team-oriented individuals possessing experience and/or training in electronic security systems.  Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with an acute attention to detail, while remaining customer focused is required.

CFS is seeking a Senior Security System Installation Technician. The candidate will support federal government programs efforts throughout CFS as well as our Parent Company (Convergint Technologies).

Job Description

This position reports to our Headquarter office located in the DC Metro area (Beltsville, MD). However, we service the entire metro area and typically you report to the job site and not the Beltsville office. This position is responsible for performing customer support activities involving the installation of complex security equipment and systems.  Conducts on-site installation and testing of equipment to ensure proper working order. Receives assignments in the form of objectives and establishes goals to meet objectives.  Work is reviewed and measured based on meeting objectives and schedules.

Qualifications

This position requires the following qualifications:

• Current Secret or Top-Secret Clearance preferred
• Working knowledge and understanding of Access Control, Intrusion Detection and CCTV hardware and software
• Working knowledge and understanding of electrical principals
• Ability to read, interpret electrical and electro-mechanical schematics and architectural drawings.
• Communicate effectively with Project Managers and Project Engineers as well as other staff.
• Ability to effectively lead teams of technicians and subcontractors at customer sites. Must be able to interpret customer specs and relay information to installation teams.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience with Access Control, Physical Security, Intrusion Detection and Video Management Systems. The more experience and ability, the better the pay.
• Hands on experience with Hirsch, Lenel, Software House and/or other similar access control systems is preferred by not required.

Additional Information

Education: High School Diploma

Desired Certifications: Software House, Milestone, Security+, Lenel

Other:

·         Functional responsibilities may include situations requiring working alone or as part of an installation team in the conduct of an installation and/or services noted above.

·         US Citizenship required for all positions.  Candidates shall be able to obtain a US Government SECRET security clearance. The ability to obtain this SECRET security clearance will be contingent on continued employment.

Additional Information

If you have the above skills and are interested in learning more about this opportunity, please apply online. Please provide specific salary requirements with your application.

Full benefit package. 

EOE/M/F/V/D