Video Management Systems Administrator

Job Description

Job Description

Video Management Systems Administrator

POSITION OVERVIEW:

• The Technology Services department is responsible for providing needs.
• Seeking qualified candidates for an onsite technical professional who will utilize their knowledge, skills, and abilities to assist with implementation and ongoing administration of the Authority's Security Surveillance Platform (Genetec Video Management System, AXIS Camera Solution, and Infrastructure).

Key Responsibilities:

• Administrate (configure, update, maintain, and troubleshoot) the Genetec VideoManagement System application.
• Manage system architecture including Directory, Archiver, Media Gateway, and failover components.
• Monitor system health, performance, and storage utilization.
• Administrate (configure, update, maintain, and troubleshoot) the AXIS camera solution.
• Provide basic maintenance and troubleshooting for the VMS infrastructure components.
• Provide technical assistance and expertise for security surveillance projects.
• Collaborate with IT teams on servers, networking, and cybersecurity requirements.
• Provide VMS system training for various WCAA departments and Airport entities.
• Write and maintain related technical documents.
• Maintain user roles, permissions, and audit tracking.
• Available after hours / On Call.
• Perform related duties as directed.

Education Requirement:

• B.S in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field. OR
• High School Diploma with Minimum 4 years of demonstrated experience working in an enterprise infrastructure environment in addition to the time required in the Minimum Qualifications.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 1) Two (2) years administering Genetec SecurityCenter Enterprise or other CCTV applications (for example Milestone, Exacq Vision, etc.).
• 2) Two (2) years administering AXIS CCTV surveillance cameras (or others such as Pelco, Bosch, etc.).
• 3) Two (2) years maintaining and troubleshooting VMS related infrastructure.

Preferred Qualifications (or equivalent):

• Experience VMW-related infrastructure, including:
  • o Cisco/Dell switches
  • o Dell NAS storage
  • o Dell PowerEdge servers, Windows Server 2019/2022, and VMWare
  • o Microsoft SQL databases
• Experience integrating cameras, encoders, access control, analytics, and other security systems into VMS platforms.
• Knowledge of video streaming, encryption, recording, and retention best practices.
• Experience troubleshooting VMS applications, video loss, network connectivity, and performance issues.
• Working knowledge of scripting and automation tools (for example Powershell, Python, etc.).
• Familiarity with enterprise authentication and networking protocols related to VMS deployments.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD and ticketing systems such as ServiceNow.
• Preferred certifications:
  • o Genetec Security Center 5.x Enterprise
  • o AXIS Certified Professional