Intrusion Detection Systems Technician

Intrusion Detection Systems Technician

Candidates must be eligible to obtain and maintain access to a U.S. Army installation (base access) in accordance with applicable government/customer requirements. Secret clearance preferred.

Aretum is a mission-driven organization committed to delivering innovative, technology-enabled solutions to our customers across defense, civilian, and homeland security sectors. Our teams work at the intersection of strategy, technology, and transformation, helping agencies solve their most critical challenges. We believe in investing in our people and creating a culture where collaboration, inclusion, and professional growth are at the forefront.

We are seeking a skilled Intrusion Detection Systems Technician to support the installation, maintenance, inspection, testing, troubleshooting, and repair of intrusion detection and related electronic security systems at an onsite government installation. This role helps ensure the reliability and effectiveness of physical security infrastructure, including alarm systems, sensors, access control components, and related monitoring equipment, in a highly regulated and secure environment.

Responsibilities:

• Install, inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair intrusion detection systems, alarm panels, sensors, door contacts, motion detectors, control devices, and related electronic security equipment.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on intrusion detection and associated security systems to ensure reliable operation and minimal downtime.
• Test and verify system functionality, alarm conditions, communication paths, and device performance in accordance with site procedures and applicable standards.
• Diagnose equipment failures, wiring issues, device malfunctions, and control panel problems, and complete required repairs or replacements.
• Support maintenance and basic servicing of related security infrastructure, including access control components, monitoring equipment, cameras, and low-voltage security devices as applicable.
• Read and interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, manuals, and technical instructions to complete installations and repairs accurately.
• Maintain accurate inspection records, service documentation, testing logs, and maintenance reports.
• Follow all applicable safety, security, and site access procedures while working in controlled or restricted areas.
• Coordinate with facility operations, security personnel, and maintenance teams to support site requirements and resolve system issues in a timely manner.