Job Summary

Join UT Southwestern as an Electronic Security Specialist in the University Police Department. The Electronic Security Specialist works under minimal supervision to provide routine and complex technical assistance for programming, upgrades, preventative maintenance, testing and repairs with respect to the Access Control software, database, operating systems, and physical security hardware. Functions as liaison between Access Control and security vendors or campus departments for ongoing and special projects, including ensuring vendors and manufacturers are adequately supported, and can obtain remote access to systems in order to provide any required support. Acts as project manager for small to moderate projects, giving direction to security vendors and other technical support specialists. 

Why UT Southwestern?

At UT Southwestern, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development that align with your future goals and help to provide security for you and your family. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more that are all available on the day you start work. Recognized as the #1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth for seven consecutive years by U.S. News & World Report, we invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you’ll discover teamwork, professionalism, and consistent opportunities for growth.

Required Experience and Education

High school graduation or GED equivalent and seven (7) years experience of technical work in an electronic security environment or Bachelors degree with four (4) years experience in technical work in an electronic security environment.

If area of employment requires use of a University-owned vehicle, employee will be required to possess a valid Texas Drivers License, pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check, and complete drivers training (or van training, if applicable), in accordance with UTS Policy 157, appendix B.

Job Duties

• Performs complex programming, upgrades, preventive maintenance, testing and repairs with respect to the databases and software for the campus-wide access control system, video management system, intrusion detection system, intercom/emergency call box system, and key management system. Includes firmware revisions, software upgrades, backups, and security patches. Also performs hardware upgrades.
• Diagnoses and resolves complex systems and network problems including coordination between Access Control and components of Information Resources.
• Functions as liaison between Access Control and security vendors or campus departments for ongoing and special projects, including ensuring vendors and manufacturers are adequately supported, and can obtain remote access to systems to provide any required support. Acts as project manager for small to moderate projects, giving direction to security vendors and other electronic security specialists.
• Performs inspections of installed security equipment and testing/commissioning of security systems and maintains inspection logs and reports as needed for project management.
• Evaluates existing infrastructure for new security system additions and produces associated cost estimates.
• Evaluates, configures, and resolves system configuration problems and ensures effective use of hardware resources on electronic security related systems.
• Assists in the review and design of new security systems. Consults with users to determine security needs and recommends solutions and assists in identifying associated costs and/or obtaining quotes from vendors. Works with building floor plans and site plans. Utilizes construction software to aid in the design of security related hardware plans.
• Installs software, personal computers, printers, and other peripherals as required, with a focus on security systems.
• Researches and tests new security technologies, and evaluates effective application and compatibility with current security systems.
• Prepares recommendations and obtains quotes for modifications or additions to operating software systems, hardware components, and software applications, with a focus on security systems.
• Maintains various logs and reports, such as hardware inventory list, repair/service records and equipment failure reports.
• Submit/maintain/renew IR server registration forms for all security related devices that require static IP addresses.
• May provide working supervision to other Electronic Security Specialists; trains or assists in training new employees; handles day-to-day questions from other Electronic Security Specialists.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.

UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.