Security Systems Administrator - PATC (Contract)

Jersey City, NJ

Full Time

Operations

Mid Level

About VIRSIG

VIRSIG is a technology company focused on protecting people, places, and data. We design, deploy, and support secure technology solutions across physical security, cybersecurity, networks, video surveillance, detection, and access control.

We are seeking an experienced Security Systems Administrator to support a client environment in Jersey City, New Jersey. This is a full-time, on-site position supporting a client contract and offers the opportunity to work with a diverse portfolio of enterprise physical security technologies.

About the Role

The Security Systems Administrator will provide day-to-day administration, coordination, maintenance support, and technical oversight for client-owned security systems and applications.

Working under the direction of the client's Security Systems Manager, this individual will collaborate with client personnel, maintenance contractors, technology vendors, and other stakeholders to help ensure security systems remain operational, properly maintained, patched, and secure.

The ideal candidate combines Windows Server/system administration experience with an understanding of physical security technologies, networking, virtualization, and cybersecurity practices.

Key Responsibilities

Provide administration and technical support for client-owned physical security systems and applications
Coordinate routine and scheduled system maintenance with the client's maintenance contractors and technology vendors
Coordinate system patching, updates, and reboot schedules while minimizing operational disruption
Work with the client and maintenance contractors to identify, track, and remediate system vulnerabilities
Troubleshoot system and application issues and coordinate resolution with applicable manufacturers, vendors, and support partners
Assist with maintaining system configurations, documentation, inventories, maintenance records, and other technical information
Work with client stakeholders to develop and maintain a responsibility matrix for security applications across facilities throughout the New York/New Jersey area
Assist with updating and maintaining the client's Security Systems Plan for applicable security applications
Coordinate activities among internal stakeholders, maintenance contractors, and system vendors
Support system availability, cybersecurity, lifecycle management, and operational readiness
Participate in on-call support as needed

Systems & Technologies Supported

The Security Systems Administrator may provide administration and coordination support for systems including:

Avigilon CCTV
Genetec CCTV
Alutel handheld card readers
HID SAFE badging application
BriefCam video analytics
Rapiscan X-ray and secondary screening systems
Barco video wall systems supporting HUB, VSC, and SACC environments
ELSAG license plate recognition (LPR) systems
UVeye under-vehicle surveillance systems
Chemring under-vehicle surveillance systems

Direct experience with every listed platform is not required. Experience administering comparable enterprise security, video surveillance, access control, screening, or security-management systems is valuable.

Required Qualifications

Minimum 1 year of Windows Server administration experience
Experience supporting enterprise applications and troubleshooting technical issues in a production environment
Working knowledge of networking concepts, user/access management, system patching, vulnerability remediation, and cybersecurity best practices
Ability to coordinate effectively with customers, vendors, contractors, and technical teams
Strong troubleshooting, organizational, documentation, and communication skills
Ability to work independently while following client procedures and change-management requirements
Ability to reliably commute to the client site in Jersey City, NJ 07310 - this is an on-site position and is not remote
Ability to participate in on-call support as needed

Preferred Qualifications

2+ years of VMware experience
1+ year of Linux administration experience
2+ years of cybersecurity experience
Experience with physical security systems, including CCTV/video management, access control, badging, video analytics, screening, or surveillance technologies
Experience with Avigilon, Genetec, HID SAFE, BriefCam, or similar enterprise security platforms
Cisco certification or equivalent networking experience
Experience working in government, transportation, critical infrastructure, or other security-sensitive environments
Current or prior Confidential security clearance, if applicable to the client requirement

Work Environment

Full-time position supporting a client contract
Monday through Friday, approximately 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Eight-hour day shift
On-site at the client location in Jersey City, New Jersey
Occasional on-call support may be required
Some coordination with client facilities and stakeholders throughout the New York/New Jersey area may be required

Why VIRSIG?

At VIRSIG, our mission is Serving Those Who Serve. We believe People Matter, we Do the Right Thing, and we pursue excellence in everything we do. Our team works on meaningful projects that help protect critical facilities, infrastructure, and operations.

If you have a strong systems administration background and are interested in applying your technical skills to enterprise physical security systems, we encourage you to apply.

VIRSIG’s “Why”

At VIRSIG, we believe that service to others can change the world. We believe that those who serve with strong morals and character can inspire others to do the same and overcome obstacles and challenges that many may see as insurmountable. We believe that it is our duty to defend, protect, and serve those that uphold our nation’s values. If you’re driven and looking for a place to grow, come join us.

VIRSIG’s Core Values

People Matter
Do the Right Thing
Endless Pursuit of Excellence
Long-term vs Short-term Focus
Be Heroic!
Never Give Up

VIRSIG offers eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, professional development assistance, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan with company match. Salary will be commensurate with experience.

VIRSIG is proud to be an equal employment workplace. Individuals seeking employment at VIRSIG are considered without regards to age, ancestry, color, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, protected family care or medical leave status, race, religion (including beliefs and practices or the absence thereof), sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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