Electronic Security Systems Officer

Description:

The ESSO provides overall management and oversight of the installation’s electronic security systems and Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS).

Responsibilities

• Review the operational status of sensor subsystems to ensure all required testing procedures are followed.
• Advise the MAJCOM Security Forces IDS program manager of any base/site activities that will impact the Integrated Base Defense Security (IBDSS) program.
• Ensure all IDS maintenance requirements are documented and reported promptly to the servicing maintenance organization.
• Monitor IDS false and nuisance alarms and when necessary, request assistance from the maintenance organization to resolve problems and deficiencies.
• Coordinate with maintenance and materiel management functions to ensure sufficient spare parts and maintenance are available to support the IBDSS equipment and components.
• Maintain T.O.s and commercial manuals that describe equipment components and operating procedures for IDS in use.
• Develop local training and standardization and evaluation certification standards for system operators.
• Conduct random Automated Entry Control System (AECS) and testing.
• Develop an Electronic Security Equipment (ESE) Master Installation Acceptance Test and Turnover Plan and conduct the validation process for new alarm systems.
• Coordinate requirements for new alarm projects to include developing a Statement of Work obtaining quotes, establishing requirements for the contractor Performance Acceptance Test (PVT) and Government Acceptance Test (GAT), and obtaining Underwriters Laboratories (UL) certificates.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret Security Clearance.
• Must have attended formal training in electronic security systems.
• Must have related work experience as an ESSO or alarm systems administrator.
• Must have high school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Must have valid driver's license.