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Electronic Security Systems (ESS) Technician III

Chenega Security SBU
Fort Detrick, MD Temporary
POSTED ON 11/27/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/12/2026
Summary

The Electronic Security Systems (ESS) Technician III applies technical knowledge to maintain legacy security management systems and solve issues to include a variety of subsystems within the Electronic Security System (ESS), Intrusion Detection System (IDS), Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) System, Video Recording System, Intercom System, Public Address System, Fiber Optic Communications Network, Access Control Systems, and Asset Tracking System.

Responsibilities

What You'll Get To Do:

  • Read, interpret electrical schematics and architectural drawings
  • Read blueprint and design plans for the installation of sub-level devices (e.g., patch panels, junction boxes) on large or complex jobs and head end equipment on small or less complex jobs
  • Read and understand component level schematic diagrams for systems, equipment and devices
  • Identify appropriate cables from drawings and running cables/fiber per installation design plans
  • Repair and maintain electronic security system equipment
  • Test continuity of conductor(s) or breaks in fiber
  • Terminate basic connections such as butt splices, insulated connectors, terminal strips/blocks and BNC connectors
  • Mount and terminate field devices (e.g., Readers, Door Contacts, REXs, Cameras)
  • Install and terminating sub-level devices (e.g., patch panels, junction boxes) on large or complex jobs and head end equipment on small or less complex jobs to include power and proper grounding
  • Terminating and testing voice, data connections, and administering IP addresses
  • Perform field verification testing
  • Other duties as assigned.


Qualifications

You'll Bring These Qualifications:

  • At least three years’ experience in non-residential electronics installation & troubleshooting is required with a high school degree; Or
  • At least five years’ experience onsite training on CCTV and Access Control Systems; Or
  • LENEL OnGuard 7.3 access control certification or equivalent in certifications such as (Lenel Certification, C-Cure Certification or Training, or other training, etc.)
  • At least two active certifications from the following OEM list: Morpho Detection Itemizer; Smiths Detection X-Ray Hiscan; CEIA Walk-Through Metal Detectors; Delta & Koei Vehicle Barrier; Panasonic Analog CCTV Systems; IP CCTV Systems; Pathminder Turnstiles; or equivalent OEM certifications. (Preferred but not required)
  • Must hold an active Public Trust clearance or higher (TS, TS/SCI, etc.).


Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

  • Must be proficient with Microsoft Office products
  • Must be proficient with Test Equipment (i.e. TDR, OTDR)
  • Must have skill level III Hand Tools (a complete list of required tools will be provided)


Physical Demands

  • While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee may use repeated motions that include the arms, wrists, hands and/or fingers. The employee is occasionally required to walk, stand, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.


Estimated Salary/Wage

Up to USD $38.00/Hr.

Salary : $38

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