Video Management System (VMS) Technician

About the job Video Management System (VMS) Technician

POSITION OVERVIEW:

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

Configure cameras for deployment (network configuration, views, streams, etc.)
Commissioning cameras (predominantly Axis cameras) based on industry best practices
Assist VMS Admin in developing and maintaining Genetec VMS System
Assist in Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) and cabling installation
Assist in CCTV coverage design
Work with vendors to facilitate and troubleshoot CCTV and cabling installation
Familiarity with IP networking (VLANs, PoE, IP addressing, etc.)
Assist with reviewing and writing technical documentation
Assist with basic Genetec System functions and troubleshooting (user access issues and new user account)
Attention to detail and ability to follow commissioning processes
Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written)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 3 years of demonstrated experience working in an enterprise infrastructure environment in addition to the time required in the Minimum Qualifications.
Minimum Qualifications:

1) Three (3) years servicing CCTV applications
2) One (1) year working with CCTV cameras.
3) One-Three (1-3) years using CCTV a coverage software (for example Site Designer, IPVM, CAD, etc.)
Preferred Qualifications (or equivalent):

Entry/Intermediate experience creating and maintaining technical documentation.
General experience using drawing tools (AutoCAD, etc.).
General experience with ticketing systems (ServiceNow, etc.)
General experience with programming and configuring ASCII-based communication interfaces for data exchange between ProWatch and Genetec and other access control security systems
Preferred Certifications:

Genetec Security Center 5.x Enterprise
AXIS Certified Professional