Physical Security Systems Administrator

Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, provides rewarding careers that give you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, diverse and inclusive workplace, you will be part of a team that fuels a culture that will reflect in our communities and customers we serve. We offer medical, dental and vision coverage, life insurance, retirement plan, employee assistance programs, company discounts, perks and more for most full-time positions!

Become one of our Success Stories!

· Starting Salary $50,000.00 / Year

· Join the Nation's Largest Security Company, expanding Internationally!

· Make a difference in your community!

· Endless advancement opportunities.

· Medical, dental, and 401K benefits after 60 days for Full Time Employees!

Must have Valid Driver’s License!

Allied Universal® is hiring a Physical Security Global Systems Administrator. The primary responsibility of the Physical Security Global Systems Administrator is to coordinate and communicate between client's global project personnel and any physical security integration companies that will be performing installation, testing and maintenance services and to manage the day to day needs of the client Corporate security systems.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop policy templates for individual site security audits and access control functions
• Create and provide training to security professionals and leadership to ensure compliance with access control policies
• Evaluate access control processes to detect deficiencies and design and implement performance improvement measures
• Collaborate with additional key stakeholders to include personnel from client facilities, safety, and IT departments; ensure access control principles have met all compliance requirements
• Programming of sites, channels, panels, and clearance codes; interpreting access control principles and applying technical requirements to map access badges to access control hardware components
• Manage systems maintenance; responsible for ensuring firmware and software updates are performed; coordinate with internal security to ensure system integrity
• Oversee hardware configuration; coordinate with project managers, installers, and site security specialists to ensure hardware is configured; remotely test new devices to ensure devices are installed correctly; report results to the Physical Security Project Coordinator
• Complete service requests for access; determine facility access for employees transferring or visiting sites
• Develop training and guidance material for local facilities managers to perform system lockdown functions during emergencies as well as routine holiday or even schedules; coordinate and deliver training
• Troubleshoot incidents and coordinate with Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) for resolution
• Follow customer’s information technology business systems; understand and implement processes to ensure compliance
• Take an active role in learning additional system administration requirements as they are added (e.g., intercoms, visitor management system, etc.)

QUALIFICATIONS (MUST HAVE):

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Education or work experience in security system technology, networking, and/or administration (e.g., system management, configuration, installation, etc.)
• Able to communicate effectively both orally and written
• Highly proficient and fully functional in all Microsoft Office applications and able to effectively utilize all available office management technology
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative, successfully handle and prioritize multiple competing assignments and effectively manage deadlines
• Able to use good independent judgment and discretion
• Ability to successfully interact at all levels of the organization, including with clients utilizing effective verbal and written communication skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (NICE TO HAVE):

• Associate’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field of study
• Experience with Honeywell ProWatch, Axis Camera Station, AXIS cameras
• Professional security system design and integration experience
• Knowledge of/certifications in Milestone, and Qognify/Ocularis video management systems
• American Society for Industrial Security (ASIS) membership

BENEFITS:

• Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• Enrollment in our company’s 401(k)plan, subject to eligibility requirements
• Eight paid holidays annually, five sick days, and four personal days
• Vacation time offered at an accrual rate of 3.08 hours biweekly. Unused vacation is only paid out where required by law.

Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com

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