Data Center Security System Administrator - Lenel & Genetec Specialist; System Administrator

About M.C. Dean is Building Intelligence®. We design, build, operate, and maintain cyber-physical solutions for the nation’s most mission-critical facilities, secure environments, complex infrastructure, and global enterprises. With over 9,000 employees, our capabilities span electrical, electronic security, telecommunications, life safety, automation and controls, audiovisual, and IT systems. Headquarters in Tysons, Virginia, M.C. Dean delivers resilient, secure, and innovative power and technology solutions through engineering expertise and smart systems integration.

Our people are passionate about engineering innovation that improves lives and drives impactful change. Guided by our core values—agility, expertise, and trust—we foster a collaborative and forward-thinking work environment. At M.C. Dean, we are committed to building the next generation of technical leaders in electrical, engineering, and cybersecurity industries.

As a Data Center Security System Administrator - Lenel & Genetec Specialist
, you will be a key member in the delivery of electronic security installation projects. The client uses Lenel for access control and Genetec for video management. You should be able to develop system configuration documentation submittals that define how the system will be configured. You should be able to install and configure an enterprise system from the ground up. We are looking for candidates with experience in one or both systems.

Burlington, Texas

* Position is located at the construction project site. There will be some work at our office in Round Rock, TX or at our HQ in Tysons, VA. Work in VA will require candidates to travel. Depending on where the candidates lives, they will either commute to the jobsite in Burlington or stay at a nearby hotel.

• Configure and support security systems, including Database(s), Application Software, Operating Systems, Features, Functionality, Reports, Badges, Biometrics, cameras and other functions.
• Configure systems, manage load sheets, perform programming, and maintain system configurations supporting operational and project requirements.
• Program and configure new security devices, system expansions, upgrades, and Day 2 operational enhancements across enterprise environments.

• Support testing and commissioning activities, including pre-test validation, T&C reporting, punch list management, and system acceptance.
• Work with field technicians to troubleshoot, document and commission new/existing security equipment.

• Train system users and other system support personnel as needed.
• Perform all duties with minimal direct supervision.
• Monitor system health, optimize system availability, and proactively identify and resolve issues impacting physical security infrastructure performance.
• Perform advanced troubleshooting, root cause analysis, system backups, firmware updates, log reviews, and preventative maintenance activities.
• Manage and prioritize service requests and break-fix incidents, ensuring timely resolution, documentation, and operational visibility.

• Manage security projects from concept to design, implementation and close out.
• Coordinate with internal teams, vendors, installers, and site stakeholders to support maintenance activities, service requests, and site access requirements.
• Maintain accurate system documentation, service metrics, trackers, and reporting for ongoing maintenance activities and special projects.
• Partner with security technology teams to improve system performance, standardize configurations, and support enterprise security initiatives.