Security Specialist

Department: Facilities

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Charlestown, NH

Description

Install card readers, sensors, door hardware, and control boards for electronic access control systems.
Installation of cameras on the interior and exterior of the building.
Maintain and update Camera software and firmware
Maintain and update Camera server software applications
Perform preventative maintenance on electronic equipment both hardware and software.
Install and troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair electronic access control and camera system equipment and hardware, intrusion, and fire alarm systems.
Use access control software and mobile applications for programming, troubleshooting, status updates, and generating reports from the databases.
Coordinate with management, vendors, contractors relative to budgets, timelines, and project criteria.
On-going long range project planning and management of the security systems.
Assist in infrastructure capital improvement projects and document changes and upgrades to the Facilities drawings.
Coordinate with Facilities and IT in construction/renovation of all projects to include, but not limited to, routing of all wires and cables.
Coordinate with the Maintenance Department to revise and create all necessary drawings and control documents of all existing security systems.
Backup and continue to transfer and update all documents to Confluence for company wide availability.
Maintains records of security related equipment.
Create and maintain policies and procedures for property security including monitoring systems and access control.
Create and maintain policies and plans, strategies and operating procedures regarding safety and security for employees, visitors and customers while at the facility.
Assist Facilities in maintaining accessibility to the campus for maintenance purposes.
Works with Facilities and Safety on conducting drill training or assisting others in procedures as it pertains to door access.
Conduct regular audits and inspections to assess, identify, and mitigate any system vulnerabilities or gaps.
Maintains current knowledge and skills of industry best practices.
Respond to after-hours emergency calls as needed.
Coordinate with law enforcement in times of emergency regarding access and camera accessibility.
In addition to the job duties listed above, other job duties may be assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum of five years of Information and Technology field experience.
Knowledge of IP cameras, access control, and security system equipment testing, repair, and maintenance procedures.
Advanced skills with IP based networking and equipment configurations.
Experience with low voltage cable management and best practices.
Ability to terminate and test ethernet and other low voltage wiring.
Basic system programming skills.
Ability to work with blueprints and as-is-builds.
Knowledge of technical and operating methods, tools, equipment, and materials used in security system equipment testing, repair, installation, and maintenance work.
Must be able to communicate effectively with co-workers, supervisors, and third parties.
Ability to work independently and problem solve with limited supervision.
Occasionally lift an 80 lb. extension ladder
Work 15 to 25 feet above ground
Flexibility to work overtime and travel overnight as needed.

All Employees Shall:

Comply with the EH&S Policy and applicable regulatory and company EH&S rules and requirements
Report to supervision conditions or practices that are either unsafe or that may adversely impact the environment, to ensure prompt resolution of potential hazards
Attend scheduled EH&S training program
Actively support the organization’s efforts to meet or exceed EH&S goals and plans
Recommend improved EH&S practices

The incumbent is responsible for complying with the policies in Whelen’s “Employee Handbook.”

This Job Description is to serve as a guide. It is intended to be flexible and will continue to evolve over time with business needs and demands and may be updated periodically and at the Company’s discretion. Nothing in this position description changes or is intended to change the employment at-will relationship with the Company. Employment at-will means that an employee or the Company may terminate the employment relationship at any time, for any reason or no reason at all, with or without notice.

Qualifications

All Employees Shall:

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