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Security Systems Specialist

Edgewater Technical Associates
Carlsbad, NM Full Time
POSTED ON 11/13/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/12/2026
Edgewater Technical Associates is seeking qualified candidates for a Security Systems Specialist opportunity in Carlsbad, NM to support the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant (WIPP).

Work Location: On-site at WIPP
Per diem and/or Relocation is available

The Waste Isolation Pilot Plant (WIPP) is the nation’s only permanent nuclear waste repository for defense-generated transuranic (TRU) waste generated from Department of Energy (DOE) sites across the country. Waste is permanently isolated over 2,000 feet underground in deep salt beds.

Job Summary:
This position supports Safeguards and Security (S&S) operations. The primary role of this position is to assist in the administration of physical security systems such as physical access control systems (PACS) and video assessment and surveillance systems (VASS).

Primary Responsibilities:
  • Monitor daily system performance to ensure proper functionality and must possess or obtain sufficient understanding of Site systems to assist end users in performing basic troubleshooting to restore functionality during system disruptions.
  • If necessary, liaise with and support cognizant engineers or other technical experts to resolve issues which are beyond the scope of basic troubleshooting.
  • Assist in developing training for end users, including providing demonstrations as necessary.
  • Perform routine tests of security systems.
  • Must have or obtain sufficient understanding of manufacture’s specifications and site requirements to provide their supervisor and S&S management with information necessary to make decisions on compliance, significant issue resolution, and lifecycle sustainment.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree, or
  • Associate’s degree with four (4) years of professional experience, or
  • High School Diploma or Equivalency with eight (8) years of professional experience is required.
  • Must be technologically proficient.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Active "Q" Clearance
  • Certification or experience with CCure 9000 System
  • Software House AC9410 System Managers
  • Software House AC9006 Advanced System Managers
  • Avigilon Control Center experience

Other Job Requirements:
  • United States Citizenship
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a "Q" Clearance

If you are interested in being considered for this position and your resume clearly outlines your relevant experience for this position, please follow the applications steps via our website: www.edgewatertech.net/careers

Edgewater will not submit your resume without first having detailed discussions with you and obtaining your permission to do so. We look forward to hearing from you!

WORKING WITH EDGEWATER TECHNICAL ASSOCIATES
Founded in 2003, Edgewater Technical Associates, LLC (Edgewater) is a New Mexico-based small business headquartered in Los Alamos, NM, with five (5) regional offices across the United States to locally support their growing presence at project sites. Edgewater has a proven track record and is a trusted provider of fixed-price construction projects, engineering, and technical services for the Department of Energy (DOE), National Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), Canadian Commercial Nuclear Industry, and private sector commercial contractors involved in nuclear, high-hazard, or complex operations. Edgewater’s experience and guidance ensure that its customers perform hazardous operations, comply with regulatory requirements, and maintain the highest quality and safety standards.

Originally founded to support the Los Alamos National Laboratory, Edgewater now supports customers across the U.S. and Canada. Edgewater has five offices, with corporate headquarters in Los Alamos, NM and regional offices in Carlsbad, NM; Oak Ridge, TN; Aiken, SC; and Richland, WA.

Edgewater is committed to recruiting and maintaining a staff of highly skilled professionals to support our customers. In keeping with this objective, we offer highly competitive salaries and employee benefit packages structured to best suit your needs. We offer multiple individual and family benefit options including paid time off, medical, dental, life, vision, and disability insurance, and a pre- and post-tax 401 (k) retirement account with Company matching contributions and 100% vesting for eligible participants beginning DAY 1.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Edgewater is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veterans, or individuals with disabilities in accordance with EO 14173.

View all Edgewater opportunities at www.edgewatertech.net/careers

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