Access and Surveillance Engineer
On-site · Houston, Texas, United States or Abilene, Texas, United States
Job Summary
Access and Surveillance Engineer role responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing physical security and monitoring systems across commercial and government facilities. Duties include mounting cameras and sensors, running low-voltage cabling, performing routine inspections and firmware updates, diagnosing connectivity issues between security devices, configuring cloud-based NVRs and camera views, and training facility staff on access control software and monitoring interfaces. Requires a 2-year technical degree or equivalent experience in IP networking, low-voltage wiring, or electronic security, strong TCP/IP/LAN/WAN understanding, familiarity with platforms such as Avigilon, Genetec, Lenel, Axis, Ubiquiti, Verkada, and ability to travel frequently including overnight trips. Vehicle operation and physical capabilities (climbing ladders, operating aerial lifts, working in tight spaces, lifting up to 50 lbs) are also required.
Required Qualifications
- A 2-year technical degree or equivalent experience in IP networking, low-voltage wiring, or electronic security
- Understanding of TCP/IP, LAN/WAN, and IP-based camera and cloud systems
- Proficiency with industry-standard platforms (e.g., Avigilon, Genetec, Lenel, Axis, Ubiquiti, Verkada)
- Ability to travel frequently to field locations, including overnight trips
- Valid Driver's License
- Ability to climb ladders
- Ability to operate aerial lifts
- Ability to work in tight spaces
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
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