Physical Security Systems Technician - IT & Infrastructure

We are looking for a hands-on Physical Security Systems Technician to support deployment, validation, and maintenance of physical security infrastructure across our European sites. This role focuses on execution — installation, configuration, testing, and documentation of CCTV and access control systems.

The ideal candidate combines strong technical skills with a structured approach to testing and documentation, ensuring systems are properly validated and production-ready.

Key Responsibilities

Installation & Support

• Install, configure, and maintain CCTV systems (cameras, NVRs/DVRs, VMS)

• Support access control systems (badging, controllers, readers, permissions)

• Perform hardware replacements (cameras, readers, controllers, cabling components)

• Troubleshoot system issues (network, hardware, software)

Testing & Validation

• Execute system testing after installations and changes

• Develop and run Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) procedures for new deployments

• Validate system performance, coverage, failover scenarios, and compliance with design

• Identify, track, and help resolve issues found during testing

Documentation

• Produce and maintain accurate technical documentation (network diagrams, device inventories, configurations)

• Create and maintain SAT reports, test cases, and validation checklists

• Document system changes, incidents, and resolutions

• Ensure documentation is structured, standardized, and audit-ready

Deployment & Operations

• Support system upgrades, migrations, and new site rollouts

• Work with vendors and integrators to ensure quality delivery

• Provide on-site and remote support across European locations

• Ensure systems comply with internal standards and security requirements

Required Qualifications

• 2+ years of hands-on experience with physical security systems (CCTV, access control)

• Experience installing and configuring cameras and access control hardware

• Experience with system testing / commissioning (SAT or similar)

• Ability to produce clear technical documentation and reports

• Basic networking knowledge (IP addressing, VLANs, PoE)

• Basic Linux knowledge (logs, services, basic troubleshooting)

• Strong troubleshooting skills across hardware and software

• Willingness to travel within Europe

• Good communication skills and ability to work independently

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with VMS platforms 

• Familiarity with access control systems

• Experience in data center or enterprise environments

• Knowledge of low-voltage cabling standards

• Exposure to structured testing methodologies (SAT, UAT, commissioning)

Key Traits

• Hands-on and execution-focused

• Detail-oriented and structured

• Strong sense of ownership for quality and completeness

• Clear and disciplined in documentation

• Comfortable working across multiple sites and environments