Technical Security Specialist

Job Summary

The Technical Security Specialist is responsible for providing technical and physical security equipment support, recommendations, and specifications required to effectively operate the SAWS System's security program. Duties include installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing complex security system equipment; coordinating installations with contractors; evaluating and recommending security needs; analyzing system performance; assisting with security procedures; conducting physical security inspections; preparing incident reports; responding to incidents; managing access control systems; and participating in planning.

Essential Functions

• Installs, maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs complex security system equipment.
• Captures and reviews work of outside contractors during new installations and upgrades.
• Evaluates and recommends technical system-wide security needs, formulates installation action plans, and facilitates proper action(s).
• Analyzes and measures system performance and suitability of security systems/equipment for particular applications.
• Maintains documentation on installations, component and system inventories, contractor work quality, and delivery of project materials.
• Reviews work performance of contractors installing security systems.
• Assists with the development and implementation of technical security procedures to avoid/control losses and provide a secure work environment.
• Conducts physical security inspections/surveys to reduce risk of loss.
• Prepares incident reports, procedures, and checklists as required.
• May respond to major and minor incidents and accidents and prepare incident reports.
• Conducts investigations and preserves video or data evidence to support post-investigation actions (employee discipline, criminal or civil proceedings, arbitration).
• Manages and maintains access control system to ensure positive control of employees, visitors, and contractors.
• Participates in short and long term planning including budget preparation.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Decision Making

This position receives general supervision.

Minimum Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Four years' experience installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting electrical, telephony, electronic systems and/or components.
• A valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License.
• Proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets, diagramming, and database software.
• Ability to use hand tools and electrical/electronic test equipment.
• Ability to report to work on time, maintain a good attendance record, and work all designated work schedules.

Preferred Qualifications

• An associate's degree in electronics or related field from an institution accredited by a recognized accrediting agency.
• Formal technical installation security certification training.
• Knowledge of guard tour and/or key control system softwares.
• Global Positioning System (GPS).