Electronic Security System Administrator Norfolk VA

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Job Description

We are seeking a Security System Administrator to join our federal team in the Norfolk VA area. This role is responsible to maintain upgrade and support the customer mission requirements through Electronic Security Systems through technical expertise and system support planning.



At Johnson Controls we support our nations 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.

Pay Range: $110000 - $140000 base salary. Negotiable based on experience.
Bonus eligible: Yes

Benefits: Eligible for benefits on first day of employment
Vacation: 3 weeks of paid vacation 5 sick days 3 floating holidays and 10 standard holidays per calendar year


As a Security System Administrator you will:



Be responsible for installing configuring and troubleshooting networked server systems.
Interface with end users gather requirements and design and maintain an Active Directory and Network based server environment to manage end-user access and information for a physical security system.
Gather evaluate and document information regarding an organizations existing network server requirements including details on the current environment and future needs
Validate gathered information and identify possible opportunities for network server implementation and improvement
Provide a physical security network server design and set of requirements that meets user and customer needs
Participate in technical design reviews and recommend solutions and improvements
Develop plans for implementation prototype testing and verification.
Oversee the completion of projects including planning; assigning monitoring and reviewing progress and accuracy of work; evaluating results etc
Explain the functions and operations of network server software and physical security systems to end users
Troubleshoot hardware software and database issues for the networked server environments working with vendors as needed and applying hardware and software patches and configuration changes to restore proper operation
Implement network server designs configuring network hardware software and databases and setting up end user devices access
Possess and apply comprehensive knowledge of principles practices and procedures in the field of server hardware and software and Windows Active Directory SQL Server and Oracle database administration
Design and configure solutions for networked server performance and availability monitoring
Create detailed networked server documentation including physical diagrams logical diagrams IP address schemes and asset management and database designs
Design document and implement processes for network server hardware software and database support. Identify implement and configure tools to facilitate support processes and provide audit trails of support activities
Mentor junior level personnel in technical complexities of assigned work
Other duties as assigned
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
Required Qualifications:


Ability to configure and troubleshoot network server connectivity and physical security system hardware and software issues both in person and over the phone
Demonstrated knowledge and experience with a variety of commercial Electronic Security Systems (access controls intrusion detection systems etc)
Ability to communicate and work seamlessly with client personnel.
Ability to generate and submit reports spreadsheets system riser diagrams and other such documentation for submission to the client
The ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance required. (This involves a background/character criminal history employment and credit check.). Active clearance preferred


Preferred Qualifications:


2 years of Physical Security Network Server and Software Administration required
Demonstrated knowledge and skills required to configure and manage database systems using SQL Server DBMS tools
Certified System Engineer ICAM PACS (CSEIP)
Security and Network certifications
Familiarity with IP-Based CCTV systems


Preferred Education:


Bachelors Degree or Associates Degree in Computer Science Networking or other computer technology based discipline or equivalent work experience