Access Control Systems Technician

Overview

The Security System (SO-SS) group at Los Alamos National Laboratory provides technical support for the administrative badge reader and the security badge reader systems at the Laboratory. As a member of the Administrative Access Control System (AACS) Team, you will become proficient in fabricating, installing, testing, repairing, and maintaining electrical systems and equipment for the Access Control Security Systems.

The Security System (SO-SS) group at Los Alamos National Laboratory provides technical support for the administrative badge reader and the security badge reader systems at the Laboratory. As a valuable member of the Administrative Access Control System (AACS) Team, you will become fully proficient in fabricating, installing, testing, repairing, and maintaining electrical systems and equipment for the Access Control Security Systems.

Computer and Information Security Technician 2 ($53,700 - $82,500)

• Become familiar with AACS badging system.
• Become familiar with LANL policies and AACS internal procedures.
• Work under other subject matter experts (SME) for guidance and training.
• Become experienced in fabricating, installing, testing, repairing, maintaining electrical systems and equipment for badge reader systems.
• Learn to maintain parts inventory and work with the AACS ticketing system.
• Utilize hand tools, power tools and equipment.
• Perform some non-routine tasks requiring the exercise of independent judgment.

Computer and Information Security Technician 3 ($59,200 - $91,600)

• Will become proficient with the inner workings of the AACS badging systems.
• Will work on tasks with little to no supervision.
• Will work on new installation projects with little to no supervision.
• Interact more with internal leadership as well as outside organizations to accomplish work tasks, including projects.

Minimum

Job Requirements:

• 1-2 years working with electronic practices and principles.
• Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, electronic equipment, or computer hardware and software including applications and programming.
• Knowledge of using standard electronic testing equipment.
• Ability to effectively communicate and to work in a team environment.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Additional Job Requirements for Computer and Information Security Technician 3:

• 2-4 years working with electronic practices and principles.
• Knowledge of and experience with access control systems.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints.
• Demonstrates the ability to troubleshoot and repair computer hardware to component level.

Education/Experience at Computer and Information Security Technician 2 level: Position requires high school diploma or equivalent and 1-2 years directly related experience.

Education/Experience at Computer and Information Security Technician 3 level: Position requires high school diploma or equivalent and 2-4 years previous experience gained through training in a specific field of technology. Technical institute graduate or associate’s degree may be preferred.

Desired

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of a work control ticketing system.
• Demonstrated understanding of the organization and mission of the Laboratory and the Security Directorate.
• Experience and knowledge in systems management, computer operations, hardware and software configurations, system recovery procedures, peripheral operations, or network interfaces.
• Knowledge of Apollo networking equipment and configuration.

(can perform with or without reasonable accommodation):
Lifting up to 50 lbs. Standing on ladder.

The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.

Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 1 year.

For full consideration, applicants must…