Security Systems Engineer

Description

Innovative Consulting & Management Services (ICMS) is a Professional & Technical Management Consulting firm with over 20 years of consulting experience. We offer technical professional services to Federal and State Governments, and Commercial clients.

ICMS is a Small Business and Certified HUBZone employer. We deliver value to our clients by combining deep industry knowledge with strong functional capabilities. Our focus is to manage cost-effective programs while at the same time mitigating risk and improving results. Our success is about teamwork, a coordinated effort from all disciplines, from clients to consultants and most important, it’s about delivering on our commitments.

ICMS is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Security Systems Engineer to join our team in support of one of our federal clients. This position is 100% onsite at a Federal Government facility.  This is a corporate, exempt position. 

The Security Systems Engineer will be responsible for the operations, management, maintenance and performance of all access control, security cameras, video surveillance systems, network backbone, automated gates, and door controls/ digital locks. Other duties include:

• Perform routine maintenance and repair on various systems comprising the electronic security systems at a detention facility
• Security Systems – Install, troubleshoot, program (knowledge of C-Cure 9000 and Aveva Wonderware, and Bosch VMS systems essential to long term success)
• Security Cameras & Video Management - repair, install, troubleshooting, adjusting, cleaning, and programming of all peripheral devices (preferably knowledge of Bosch VMS)
• HID Card Readers & Electronic Door Locks - repair, install, troubleshooting and programming (knowledge of PLC Programmable Logic Controllers a plus)
• Radios and communication equipment - repair install and troubleshooting
• Phone systems - repair, troubleshooting and installing patch panels (preferably Avaya Communication Systems)
• Network Management - Fiber optic switches and other network devices (routers, surge protection, switches, servers, storage arrays) – operation, troubleshooting, monitoring and maintenance of underlying - install, tone, troubleshooting and repair
• Data systems - install and terminate patch panels, troubleshooting and cable certifying 
• Interpreting drawings, electrical schematics, training manuals, and instructions to perform duties. Maintain up to date and current licensing and service agreements for all software components
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, co-workers, and other employees.

Requirements

• B.S. in Networking, Computer Science or applicable degree. Degree can be substituted with HS Diploma and at least 15 years of experience
• Familiarity installing and troubleshooting low voltage equipment
• Strong working knowledge of commercial access control, CCTV, burglary alarm, intrusion systems, and fire alarms
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Strong written and verbal communications skills
• Working knowledge of network communications and IP addressing
• Excellent problem solving and analytical skills
• Excellent time management skills
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Certifications in applicable industry domains, Bosch, Aveva or C-Cure platforms (or similar)
• Knowledge of acceptable maintenance procedures and understanding of occupational safety and health regulations
• Candidates must be available to support on-call shifts as part of a rolling schedule
• Candidates must be U.S. Citizens
• Candidates will be required to pass and maintain a favorable background investigation suitable for operating on a Federal Facility
• Candidates will be subject to successfully passing drug screening prior to employment and random screening through their employment.

PREFERRED:

• A valid driver’s license 
• Experience working in a government facility or military experience.

Additional Qualifying Factors

As a condition of employment, may be required to pass a pre-employment drug screening, as well as have acceptable reference and background check results. 

Security Clearance Requirements

• It is mandatory that all Contractor personnel working onsite at federal facilities meet federal government security clearance standards. The Contractor shall submit security clearance information, for each employee, as required by current government identification card application procedures and future requirements as applicable.
• All employees must be authorized as acceptable under by the contracting officer for the prime contract under which this employee is working.

Competencies

• Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions. 
• Reliability - The trait of being dependable and trustworthy. 
• Responsible - Ability to be held accountable or answerable for one’s conduct. 
• Safety Awareness - Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety. 
• Self-Motivated - Ability to be internally inspired to perform a task to the best of one’s ability using his or her own drive or initiative.

Physical Requirements

The employee is regularly required to talk, listen, and hear, frequently required to use repetitive hand motion, handle, or feel, and to sit, stand, walk, reach, bend, regularly push, pull and lift up to 40 pounds and occasionally push, pull and lift up to 60 pounds. The employee must regularly use mechanical equipment typical of those used in the maintenance of buildings and landscape.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance 100% covered for employee
• Life and Accidental AD&D Insurance
• 401K Retirement plan with 3% automatic contribution
• Paid Federal Holidays
• Generous sick and vacation leave

ICMS is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability or veteran status, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.  

Salary : $120,000