Electronic Security Specialist , University Police

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Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!

Works under general supervision to provide routine technical assistance to one or more databases and electronic security systems in the management of Electronic Security for UT Southwestern Medical Center.

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full‑time employee‑only coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare—no co‑pay
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
• Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!

• Education
  High School Diploma or equivalent

• Experience
  2 years of experience in technical work in an electronic security environment.

• Licenses and Certifications
  (DRIVERS) DRIVERS LICENSE If area of employment requires use of a University‑owned vehicle, employee will be required to possess a valid Texas Drivers License, pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check, and complete drivers training (or van training, if applicable), in accordance with UTS Policy 157, appendix B, Upon Hire

• Performs routine preventive maintenance, testing, and repairs with respect to the campus‑wide access control system, video management system, intrusion detection system, intercom/emergency call box system, and key management system.
• Diagnoses and repairs routine electronic security hardware problems and/or refers complex problems to higher level Specialists, Supervisor, or another technical professional.
• Assists with the inspections of installed security equipment and testing/commissioning of security systems.
• Evaluates existing infrastructure for new security system additions and assists with producing associated cost estimates.
• Assists in the review and design of new security systems. Consults with users to determine security needs. Works with building floor plans and site plans. Utilizes construction software to aid in the design of security related hardware plans.
• Completes small installation projects as needed. May include programming of devices, configuration of software/hardware, demo of equipment as needed, and gathering and documenting obsolete equipment for disposal.
• Installs software, personal computers, printers, and other peripherals as required, with a focus on security systems.
• Maintains various logs and reports, such as hardware inventory list, repair/service records and equipment failure reports.
• Submit/maintain/renew IR server registration forms for all security related devices that require static IP addresses.
• Assists with badge station duties as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information. To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.

UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.