Lenel Technician (Level I) - Electronic Security Systems

Peraton Overview

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the worlds leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider we deliver trusted highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land sea space air and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day our employees do the cant be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit to learn how were keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Responsibilities

Every gate door and alarm on a Navy installation protects Sailors their families and mission-critical assets. Youll be the expert who keeps those systems running.

The program provides technical and programmatic support to Navy regions around the world. The work spans IT Anti-Terrorism Force Protection (ATFP) Enterprise Land Mobile Radio dispatch and alarm systems network engineering Facility Related Control Systems and information assurance. Our team supports the Regional Dispatch Centers E911 services and the local and regional alarm monitoring systems (LAMAS/RAMAS) that sit at the center of installation security.

Were looking for an experienced hands-on Lenel Technician who loves solving problems in the field. Youll be based mainly at Norfolk VA . Youll install maintain and repair the Lenel OnGuard access control and integrated alarm systems that protect Navy people and assets every day.

Why youll love this role:

• Mission that matters: Your work directly protects Navy installations personnel and families.
• Real hands-on work: Get your hands on enterprise access control alarm and physical security technology. No two days are the same.
• A path forward: Grow from technician to Senior Technician/Engineer and Subject Matter Expert.
• Lead in the field: Mentor junior technicians and set the standard for quality work.

Responsibilities

What Youll Do

• Keep the systems running. Install configure maintain troubleshoot and repair Lenel OnGuard access control systems including card readers controllers panels door hardware interfaces intrusion detection sensors and integrated CCTV/video surveillance.
• Be the go-to alarm expert. Provide technical support for Lenel and other alarm platforms used in the region (SiS King Fisher Monaco Digitize Keltron Simplex and AMAG). Guide Government users on how to operate them.
• Power regional alarm monitoring. Integrate administer test monitor and sustain the local and regional alarm monitoring systems (LAMAS/RAMAS) including fire and intrusion detection alarm feeds.
• Keep data accurate. Update alarm databases cardholder and access-level records and notification systems whenever installation configurations change.
• Prevent problems before they happen. Perform preventive and corrective maintenance diagnostics repairs upgrades integration and testing.
• Secure the systems. Support cybersecurity compliance through patching vulnerability scans configuration management and documentation that supports the Authority to Operate (ATO).
• Deliver outstanding service. Manage trouble tickets in the Remedy ticketing system conduct site surveys and report system status.
• Document and teach. Maintain SOPs as-built drawings maintenance logs equipment inventories warranties licenses and spare parts records. Train operators and end users.
• Team up. Work with Navy security and public safety personnel and with equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to resolve outages fast. Provide on-call support for critical outages.

In This Role Youll Also

• Own field installation checkout maintenance and repair of Lenel OnGuard hardware and cabling. This includes soldering cable dressing cable tray and conduit work and making and repairing connectors.
• Run day-to-day OnGuard administration: cardholder enrollment badging access levels alarm configuration and reader and panel programming.
• Track down and fix field faults in controllers readers locks sensors and communication paths.
• Lead and mentor junior technicians and model good shop practices and safety.

Qualifications

Requirements

Education and Experience

• Education: 5 years of practical experience (Experience may be substituted: Associates degree counts for 2 years and Bachelors for 4 years) in electronics repair maintenance installation and checkout with High school diploma or GED plus formal electronics training from a technical school a Class A or B military school in electronics or communications or an electronics apprentice program. The training must include installation tasks soldering cable dressing cable tray conduit and making and repairing connectors.

Clearance

• Active Top Secret/SCI (TS/SCI) Personnel Clearance Level (PCL) at the start maintained for the life of the assignment.
• Must have a favorable background investigation and FBI fingerprint check on file and must be eligible for a DoD Common Access Card (CAC).

Citizenship

• US. citizenship is required.

Work Location

• On-site at Norfolk VA
• Must be willing to travel to regional sites as the mission requires.

Certifications

• Lenel OnGuard Associate certification or higher (e.g. OnGuard Professional or above) current
• DoD 8140 compliance based on DCWF code 451 Systems Administrator - Basic Level or the ability to earn it within six (6) months of starting the position.

Desired Qualifications

Youll stand out if you have:

• A background in military electronics maintenance.
• Broad physical security experience: CCTV/video management intrusion detection mass notification Access Control Points and Entry Control Points (ACP/ECP) and vehicle barriers.
• Low-voltage electrical structured cabling or BICSI training.
• Field service experience in military airport industrial or critical infrastructure settings.
• Lenel OnGuard Professional or a higher-level LenelS2 certification.
• Experience with other alarm and access control platforms: SiS King Fisher Monaco Digitize Keltron Simplex or AMAG.
• Experience supporting CNIC NAVFAC or other U.S. Navy installation programs.
• Proficiency with Remedy or other ITSM tools and with Microsoft Office Outlook and Teams.
• Strong communication skills a customer-first attitude and the drive to work independently.

Ready to put your skills to work for the mission and start your next adventure Apply today!

Target Salary Range

$51000 - $82000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities of the position the individuals experience education knowledge skills and competencies as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position employees may be eligible for overtime shift differential and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

Benefits Statement

Peraton offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical dental vision life health savings account short/long term disability EAP parental leave 401(k) paid time off (PTO) for vacation and company paid holidays. A full listing of available benefits can be viewed at Statements

The application period for the job is estimated to be 30 days from the job posting date. However this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

By applying to this job you are expressing interest in the role and the Company. During the review of your application you may be required to participate in an on-camera interview as well as participate in a process to verify your identity.

Use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools of any kind during Peraton interviews is strictly prohibited unless the candidate has obtained prior written authorization. All interview responses must be the candidates own.

EEO

EEO: Equal opportunity employer including disability and protected veterans or other characteristics protected by law.

Required Experience:

IC