Job Description

ECS is seeking a Lead Alarm Technician to work in our Dulles, VA office.

Lead daily activities and assignments of Alarm Technician personnel, ensure alarm database entry and accuracy, run reports, and serve as primary point of contact for alarm maintenance and support issues.

Position Responsibilities

• Run reports from databases (RAMIV experience preferred); program Radionics® alarm panels and operate alarm monitoring software.
• Create reports, documents, and correspondence using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
• Work closely with the NLECC Alarm Program Manager and USPIS Physical Security Specialists (PSS).
  
  

Required Skills

Prerequisites

• Must meet the requirements of an Alarm Technician.
• Lead Alarm Technician position must be in the process of being vacated or vacant prior to promotion.
• Must be an NLECC Alarm Technician, or equivalent for a minimum of twelve (12) months.
• Must have received above average performance ratings as measured by the supplier’s performance rating system.
• Must be able to run reports from databases (RAMIV experience preferred), program alarm panels, and operate alarm monitoring software.
• Must be able to create reports, documents, and correspondence using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
• Must possess strong communication skills and be able to communicate complex information to technical as well as non-technical personnel.
• Must be able to multi-task and prioritize work.
• Must be able to work independently with minimal to no supervision.
  
  

Minimum Requirements

• Possess a high school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) diploma.
• Be a citizen of the United States of America.
• Be 18 years of age or older.
• Be able to attain and maintain a USPIS Moderate Background Investigation (MBI) Clearance.
• Be able to sit for an extended period of time while monitoring multiple computer monitors.
• Be able to maintain professionalism under highly stressful situations.
• Be able to read and comprehend the English language; including, printed regulations, written instructions, training material, etc.
• Be able to write reports, and document events in a concise and accurate manner. This includes the ability to proofread all documentation for grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
• Be able to speak the English language clearly and fluently.
• Be able to provide quality customer service while communicating with internal and external parties.
• Be able to hear ordinary telephone and radio conversations with either ear.
• Must possess strong computer and data entry skills, including working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Be able to type a minimum of 45 words per minute (WPM).
• Be able to manage and prioritize tasks from multiple simultaneous sources (radio, telephone, alarm monitoring software, etc.).
  
  

Desired Skills

In addition to the above minimum requirements, prior experience with alarm monitoring and

computer-aided dispatch (CAD) software is desirable

ECS is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis any characteristic protected by law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local jurisdiction law.

ECS is a leading mid-sized provider of technology services to the United States Federal Government. We are focused on people, values and purpose. Every day, our 3800+ employees focus on providing their technical talent to support the Federal Agencies and Departments of the US Government to serve, protect and defend the American People.