Commercial Security Alarm Technician (Job number: 990)

We are seeking a Security Technician to join our federal team based at the DEA Headquarters location in Arlington, VA. The Security Technician will be responsible for the preventive maintenance (PM), programming, and testing of all the system devices within the NCR.

 

At Johnson Controls, we support our nation’s most critical facilities, the people who occupy them, and the missions they enable. Johnson Controls Federal Systems (JCFS) is a specialized team serving as a trusted partner to the federal government. We help modernize U.S. military installations, Department of Defense and other federal agency facilities to be smarter, more resilient, efficient, sustainable, and secure.

Benefits: Eligible for benefits on first day of employment
Vacation: 3 weeks of paid vacation per calendar year
Travel: None, all work is based at this location

 

As a Security Technician, you will:

 

• Perform standard and preventative maintenance for all hardware associated with site security: ACS, VSS, IDS, Inventory, Shooter Detection System, Visitor Management, Intercom/Emergency Notification, and AeroTurn turnstiles.
• Work with DEA Protective Service Officers (PSOs) for system troubleshooting, maintenance and training.
• Assist in training of the PSOs, DEA Employees and Contractors on system operation related end user functions.
• Meet with Site Security Managers to discuss system functionality on a recurring basis,
• Perform testing on physical security systems.
• Assist in changing combination of safes, CDX-09/10 door locking hardware with or without LKM function.
• Assist in programming of ACS clearances, IDS codes and permissions, inventory management system and electronic key management system.
• Relocation of existing physical security equipment.
• Complete installations or assist with coordination of installation with contractors and escorting duties as required.
• Generate reports for event history and clearance information at end user request; and,
• Provide remote and telephonic support to DEA field offices from DEA Headquarters.

Required Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Experience installing, inspecting, troubleshooting and repairing of commercial and/or industrial integrated / electronic security systems for complex low voltage intrusion, access control, CCTV and digital recording systems.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, submittals, specifications, software/systems programs, schematics and operational product manuals.
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, while establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships.
• Capable of using hand and power tools to properly mount and secure equipment
• Works well unsupervised and also as part of a team environment
• Active Department of Defense Secret clearance (or one that was active within the last 2 years). 

 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated proficiency working with Softwarehouse C-Cure 9000
• Proficiency working with commercial and/or industrial camera systems. Experience working with Bosch, MDI, and/or American Dynamics preferred.

 

Preferred Education:

• Softwarehouse C-Cure 9000 certified

Who We Are

At Johnson Controls (NYSE:JCI), we are One Team working collaboratively to create purposeful solutions that make a difference in the world. We are a Fortune 500 company with more than 100,000 employees worldwide offering the world`s largest portfolio of building technology products, solutions and services. As a member of our Federal Systems team, your work matters. We value and recognize your contributions and want to help you succeed. We invest in our employees, provide opportunities for growth and advancement, and foster a culture of inclusion and respect.

 

To learn more about who we are and what we do, please check out our Take a Journey video.  

Recently, Johnson Controls has been recognized by several organizations for leadership in Environment, Sustainability and Governance, as well as innovations in smart building platforms:

• Named to FORTUNE’s “Most Admired Companies” List
• Corporate Knights Global 100 Most Sustainable Corporations in the World
• Identified as a Sustainalytics Top-Rated ESG Performer for managing material ESG issues
• Received HRH The Prince of Wales’ inaugural Terra Carta Seal
• Ranked 67 on the Drucker Institute’s list of best-managed companies in America
• Named Chairman and CEO George Oliver IoT CEO of the Year for 2022

 

Johnson Controls is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information, please view EEO is the Law. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation during the application process, please visit www.johnsoncontrols.com/careers

 

Division: JCFS (Johnson Controls Federal Systems)

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