Physical Security Technologist

Physical Security Technologist - (Information Technologist II)

Salary may be negotiable within the range listed above, based on position requirements and successful candidate's qualifications, subject to appropriate authorization.

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

This recruitment will establish an open eligible list that will be used to fill current and future Information Technologist II positions. The eligible list established may also be used to fill positions in similar and/or lower classifications throughout the County of Orange.

This recruitment will be open for a minimum of five (5) business days and will close on Sunday, August 9, 2026 at 11:59pm (PST).

The mission of Orange County Information Technology (OCIT) is to provide innovative, reliable, and secure technology solutions that support County departments in the delivery of quality public services. OCIT provides IT solutions across County departments for voice communications, network services, application support, service desk, desktop support, as well as data center services.

The Orange County Information Technology (OCIT) – Physical Security Systems Team is seeking a detail-oriented, technically skilled individual in deploying enterprise physical security systems. The incumbent will support and administer a robust security system consisting of 2,500 readers, surveillance cameras and various intercom, intrusion and duress systems installed in over 120 facilities across Orange County. The systems are centrally managed and comprised of multiple manufacturers such as:
Genetec video surveillance, Axis Cameras, Bosch intrusion, Zenitel, Aiphone intercoms and various other security control platforms.

Responsibilities and duties for this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Managing server environments to maintain high uptime and efficiency
• Configuring diverse system components, network controllers and panels, smart card encryption, surveillance cameras, and related security hardware
• Implementing storage capacity planning, hardware and software upgrades, patches, security, and backup/recovery
• Coordinating with clients to define needs, design systems, and specify network requirements
• Conducting monthly health check on building systems to ensure operational efficiency
• Conducting quarterly system audits to ensure system security and integrity
• Conducting quarterly audits to ensure proper agency user credentials and adjusting role base assess as needed
• Utilizing project organization management including scheduling, milestones and deliverables to achieve successful outcomes
• Traveling throughout Orange County and attending staff meetings as needed, along with performing related duties as assigned

In addition to the minimum qualifications, the ideal candidate will possess at least two (2) years of work experience in enterprise physical security systems and information technology systems administration.

• Synergis
• Genetec
• Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS)
• Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA)

In addition, the ideal candidate will also have extensive experience in the following core competencies:

• Developing detailed physical security system specifications such as network design, firewall requirements, server and storage infrastructure, and application requirements
• Foundational knowledge of system components such as IP-based intelligent controllers, reader panels, readers, alarm panels, encrypted smart card technology, IP-based enterprise power management systems, surveillance cameras and other related security hardware
• Understanding of relational database structure, managing application database segments, and customizing user-defined fields on database forms
• Administering Windows server and workstation operating system dependencies, application user permissions, and privileged groups
• Administering Microsoft SQL server including user access permissions and privileges, archiving, and backup and recovery
• Identifying application problems, system/network-related issues and recommending long-term…