Temporary Technical - Security Systems

Overview

Job Category : Public Safety

Position Summary : The Security Systems Specialist is part of the Office of Housing and Residential Education in the Student Affairs division at Vanderbilt University and is a key individual contributor responsible for the residential security system. The qualified candidate will be dependable, and detail-oriented to support the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of our access control and surveillance systems. Working alongside our Security Systems Specialists, you'll help keep our security infrastructure running smoothly. This is a temporary position.

Key Functions and Expected Performance

• Assist with installing, testing, and maintaining security hardware.
• Run, terminate, and organize wiring for system components.
• Troubleshoot and repair card readers, cameras, and control panels.
• Perform routine system checks and diagnostics.
• Support system programming and configuration.
• Conduct preventive maintenance and inspections.
• Keep accurate records of work and configurations.
• Help manage tools, parts, and equipment inventory.
• Follow all safety and handling procedures.
• Provide general technical support as needed.

Supervisory Relationships

This position has no supervisory responsibility. This position reports administratively and functionally to the Assistant Director of Security Systems.

Education and Certifications

Required : High School Diploma. Preferred : Associate's degree in electronic, Information Systems or a related field.

Experience and Skills

About Us

At Vanderbilt University, our work – regardless of title or role – is in service to an important and noble mission in which every member of our community serves in advancing knowledge and transforming lives on a daily basis. Located in Tennessee, on a 330+ acre campus and dating back to 1873, Vanderbilt is proud to have been named as one of "America's Best Large Employers" as well as a top employer in Tennessee and the Nashville metropolitan area by Forbes for several years running. We welcome those who are interested in learning and growing professionally with an employer that strives to create, foster and sustain opportunities as an employer of choice. We understand you have a choice when choosing where to work and pursue a career. We understand you are unique and have a story. We want to hear it. We encourage you to apply today so that you might become a part of our story.

Vanderbilt University is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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