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Senior Electronic Security Technician

ITC Defense Corp.
Charleston, SC Full Time
POSTED ON 4/15/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/15/2026
Location: Charleston, SC

Position: Senior Electronic Security Technician

Overview: ITC Defense is in search of an Senior Electronic Security Technician in support of the Child Youth Program (CYP) Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) and Life Cycle Support Contract. The Engineering Technician VI performs advanced engineering and technical work involving the design, development, testing, and improvement of complex equipment, systems, and components. This role requires a high level of independence, technical expertise, and problem-solving ability, and may include serving as a subject matter expert in a specialized engineering discipline. The position may also provide technical leadership, training, or supervision to lower-level technicians.

Responsibilities:
  • Lead hands-on design, integration, testing, and sustainment of complex CCTV, IP video surveillance, and electronic access control systems for CYP facilities.
  • Serve as the technical subject matter expert for video surveillance and access control systems, providing guidance on system architecture, configuration, and troubleshooting.
  • Perform advanced configuration, diagnostics, and resolution of complex system issues involving video quality, network performance, storage, and access control functionality.
  • Develop and maintain technical documentation, system designs, test plans, and acceptance criteria.
  • Prepares designs and specifications for various complex equipment or systems (new electronic components such as solid-state devices for instrumentation equipment).
  • Plans approach to solve design problems; conceives and recommends new design techniques.
  • Resolves design problems with contract personnel and assures compatibility of design with other parts of the system.
  • Designs and coordinates test set-ups and experiments to prove or disprove the feasibility of preliminary design.
  • Uses untried and untested measurement techniques; and improves the performance of the equipment.
  • May advise equipment users on redesign to solve unique operational deficiencies.
  • Plans approach and conduct various experiments to develop equipment or systems characterized by (a) difficult performance requirements because of conflicting attributes such as versatility, size, and ease of operation; or (b) of techniques or components.
  • Arranges for fabrication of pilot models and determines test procedures and design of special test equipment.
  • Individual shall be capable of independently planning and accomplishing complete projects or studies of broad scope and complexity or serving as an expert in a narrow aspect of a particular field of engineering, e.g., environmental factors affecting electronic engineering.
  • Plan, coordinate, and oversee installations, upgrades, pilots, and technology refresh efforts, ensuring system compatibility and performance.
  • Provide technical leadership, training, and day-to-day supervision to lower-level technicians and analysts.
  • Review work products for quality, compliance, and technical accuracy; ensure alignment with project objectives and DoD/CYP requirements.
  • Coordinate with government stakeholders, vendors, and contractors to resolve technical issues and support lifecycle sustainment activities.
  • Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
  • Twelve years of relevant practical experience with an associate’s degree or formal electronics training OR Fourteen years of relevant practical experience with a High School Diploma or GED
  • Work experience must include the following: Design, preparation, and modification of engineering documents and technical drawings
  • Genetec Security Center 5.x Omnicast Technical Certification (or higher) is required
  • Educational requirements to include one of the following:
  • Associate’s degree in engineering technology, mathematics, or science
  • Formal Electronics Training through one of the following:
    • Accredited technical school
    • Class A or Class B military electronics or communications school
    • Electronics apprentice program (four-year program)
  • High school diploma or GED
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Specialized expertise in a particular engineering discipline (e.g., electrical, mechanical, systems, environmental).
  • Experience serving as a technical lead or subject matter expert.
  • Prior experience supervising or mentoring technical staff.
  • Familiarity with advanced testing methods, instrumentation, or emerging technologies
Why work at ITC Defense:
  • Employer Supplemented Health Insurance
  • Employer Paid Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Employer Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
  • 3% Biweekly 401(k) Contribution
  • Paid Time Off
  • Tuition and Certification Reimbursement
  • Competitive Salaries with Performance Incentives
  • A positive working environment with supportive teammates and leadership
ITC Defense Corp. is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or protected veteran status. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or

without notice. Employment with ITC is at-will. For further information on our equal opportunity protections as part of the employment process, please see http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf and http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/OFCCP_EEO_Supplement_Final_JRF_QA_508c.pdf

ACCESSIBILITY- Candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and that, if requested, reasonable accommodation may be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation for purposes of participating in the application/selection process with ITC. Please refer to our website www.itcdefense.com/careers for further information on all our EEO/VEVRAA policies.

Thank you for your interest in ITC Defense!

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