Our Security Technology Specialist is responsible for supporting all Corporate Security technology systems. The position represents Corporate Security and makes independent decisions on various security technology issues. The position also interfaces with all levels of management and provides direction and support to Corporate Security staff and contract security guards staff on all security technology requirements.

This is a hybrid role. The first three months are fulltime in the office.

Essential Functions

• Assists in the design and implementation of physical security systems, including video surveillance, access control, intrusion detection systems, and related technology.
• Supports administration and maintenance of corporate security systems, including set-up requests, testing, programming, and troubleshooting, commissioning, and verifying system components.
• Provides testing documentation of performance tests on Critical infrastructure.
• Supports Corporate Security staff related to investigations; provides guidance to contract security guard staff regarding security technology issues.
• Coordinates with other departments to ensure that physical security systems meet organization’s needs.
• Support technology projects including schedule testing, maintenance, upgrades, and new construction installations of security technology equipment (i.e., access control, CCTV, Intrusion Detection Systems, etc.) coordinating with IT, Facilities, Substation Maintenance, and security integrator personnel as necessary.
• Reviews design drawings for appropriate security coverage within all systems.
• Ensures adherence to proper test methods and record keeping requirements.
• Supports all physical security systems; provide in-house technical support and manage vendor support.
• Supports security technology maintenance program to ensure availability of critical physical security systems. Schedule maintenance and repair work related to Eversource physical security systems.
• Records and maintains data associated with corporate physical security technology systems including maintaining programming and networking configurations and documentation of all IP based security equipment.
• Supports Eversource’s compliance requirements with all applicable government regulations related to Eversource’s security technology systems.
• Maintains up to date knowledge of industry best practices, standards, and regulations related to physical security technology systems.
• Identifies, recommends, and implements changes and/or improvements in physical security systems.
• Stay abreast of trends and advances in security technology.

Qualifications

Technical Knowledge/Skill:

• In-depth understanding of NERC CIP (Critical Infrastructure Protection) desired.
• Strong understanding of various network configurations (LAN, WAN, etc.)
• Strong aptitude for programming and configuring access control and Video Management System based software.
• Strong understanding of camera configurations, including codecs, bitrate, framerate, etc.
• Strong understanding of relay-based logic for applications in access control.
• Strong computer skills and the ability to operate a variety of software programs relating to physical security systems and data bases are required.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Individual must demonstrate teamwork, strong communication skills and be self- motivated.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical or related field, or equivalent experience

Experience :

• Three (3) plus years of experience in technical security systems.
• Genetec- access control system is desirable.

Licenses & Certifications:

• Must hold a valid motor vehicle driver’s license.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program. The annual salary range for this position is $77,000 - $86,000 plus incentive. Salary is commensurate with your experience. Check out the career site for an overview of benefits.

Worker Type:

Regular

Number of Openings:

1

EEO Statement

Eversource Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability status, or protected veteran status.

VEVRRA Federal Contractor

Emergency Response:

Responding to emergency situations to meet customers’ needs is part of every employee’s role. If employed, you will be given an Emergency Restoration assignment. This means you may be called to assist during an emergency outside of your normal responsibilities, work hours and location.