Lead Security Technician

TEK INC
Fairfax, VA, United States
about 2 months ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
5 years minimum
Compensation
$93,600.0 - $104,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Data Centers System Testing

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Lead Security Technician to oversee the installation, commissioning, troubleshooting, and support of enterprise-level electronic security systems. This role is ideal for a hands-on leader who thrives in fast-paced environments, can manage multiple priorities simultaneously, and is passionate about developing technicians while delivering high-quality projects.

The Lead Security Technician will serve as a field leader, coordinating crews, ensuring project milestones are met, and acting as a key technical resource for customers and internal teams.

Responsibilities

  • Lead field teams during the installation and deployment of electronic security systems.
  • Coordinate daily activities, manpower, and project priorities to ensure successful project execution.
  • Install, program, commission, and troubleshoot access control, video surveillance, and integrated security systems.
  • Interpret blueprints, schematics, and project documentation.
  • Ensure all work is completed in accordance with company standards, customer requirements, and safety regulations.
  • Serve as the primary technical resource on assigned projects.
  • Train, mentor, and support junior technicians.
  • Communicate project updates, challenges, and solutions to project managers and leadership.
  • Perform system testing, quality assurance checks, and customer demonstrations.
  • Travel to project sites as needed throughout the region and nationwide.

Requirements

Do you have a valid Driver’s License license?, Do you have experience in Physical security system troubleshooting?, * 5+ years of experience installing and servicing commercial electronic security systems.

  • Previous experience leading technicians, crews, or field operations.
  • Strong knowledge of access control, CCTV, and integrated security platforms.
  • Ability to troubleshoot complex system and network-related issues.
  • Experience working in data centers, critical infrastructure, enterprise, commercial, or large-scale environments is highly preferred.
  • Excellent communication, organization, and multitasking skills.
  • Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities.
  • Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel as required., * Natural leadership ability with a strong sense of ownership.
  • Highly organized and detail-oriented.
  • Hungry, ambitious, and eager to grow professionally.
  • Fast learner who can quickly adapt to new technologies and environments.
  • Strong customer-facing communication skills.
  • Ability to perform effectively in a fast-moving, high-growth organization.

Benefits & conditions

Pulled from the full job description

  • Fuel card
  • Health insurance
  • Tools provided
  • 401(k) matching
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
  • Dental insurance, * Laptop provided
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid holidays and PTO
  • Significant opportunities for career advancement and leadership growth

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Pay: $45.00 - $50.00 per hour, * 401(k) matching

  • Dental insurance
  • Fuel card
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Tools provided
  • Vision insurance

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