SY26-27 Jr Security Technology Engineer

Summary

Savannah-Chatham County Public School System is seeking a Junior Security Technology Engineer to support physical security technology-based systems. The role involves troubleshooting, installation, and maintenance of security systems, ensuring their effective operation in collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Serves as Tier 2 technical support
• Provides remote and on-site troubleshooting and technical support for physical security systems, including cameras, audio solutions, software, and emergency controls
• Installs, configures, and troubleshoots physical security-based technology components
• Documents and maintains layouts and maps of security component locations
• Conducts regular inspections and testing of security system components to ensure they function properly
• Participates in physical security technology projects, including field rollouts of software, updates, and remote support
• Provides support on school intercom, paging, bell system, and site-based/district-wide emergency notification
• Works with technical personnel and other departments to ensure the proper support and maintenance of physical security systems
• Provides basic training to departments and schools on security systems
• Performs other duties as necessary for the effectiveness of the organization

Skills

• A GED or a standard high school diploma from a GaDOE-approved and accredited institution is required
• Three + years of experience supporting hardware/software in an enterprise network environment
• Working knowledge of physical security systems, including access control, CCTV, and intrusion detection
• Knowledge of IP-based security platforms, including network infrastructure and TCP/IP protocols
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to identify and resolve complex technical issues
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and provide documentation covering network hardware, software, and processes
• Strong interpersonal communication skills - working well and getting along with various customers and other technical personnel
• Knowledge of access control and data wiring standards
• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or related degree
• Strong understanding of security principles, including risk assessment and mitigation
• Certifications by authorized manufacturers of physical security platforms such as S2 access control and Axis Communications
• Experience installing category 5 data cabling and/or Wiegand access control cabling

Qualifications

Must Haves

• A GED or a standard high school diploma from a GaDOE-approved and accredited institution is required
• Three + years of experience supporting hardware/software in an enterprise network environment
• Working knowledge of physical security systems, including access control, CCTV, and intrusion detection
• Knowledge of IP-based security platforms, including network infrastructure and TCP/IP protocols
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to identify and resolve complex technical issues
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and provide documentation covering network hardware, software, and processes
• Strong interpersonal communication skills - working well and getting along with various customers and other technical personnel
• Knowledge of access control and data wiring standards

Nice to Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or related degree
• Strong understanding of security principles, including risk assessment and mitigation
• Certifications by authorized manufacturers of physical security platforms such as S2 access control and Axis Communications
• Experience installing category 5 data cabling and/or Wiegand access control cabling