Security Systems Engineer

Evergreen Fire & Security is seeking an ICIDS II / Security Systems Administrator to support electronic security systems in federal and DoD environments.

This role supports the operation, maintenance, and integrity of ICIDS Intrusion detection, CCTV, and related security systems across secure facilities.

The position is focused on security system administration and field coordination rather than general IT infrastructure or cloud-based systems.

Who We Are

Evergreen Fire and Security is a recognized leader in the life safety and security solutions industry.  We are entrusted by the Federal Government and commercial customers to protect lives, critical infrastructure, and information by providing and maintaining technically advanced and innovative fire alarm, access control, intrusion detection, CCTV, mass notification, and other critical protection systems.

The Key to Our Success

Our success is due in large part to the experience, skills, and expertise of the best and brightest employees in the industry.  Due to growth, we are looking for additional qualified experts to join the Evergreen team.  Think you have what it takes?  Great!  We welcome you to submit your qualifications for this excellent career opportunity at Evergreen Fire and Security.

The Opportunity

This opportunity as a Systems Administrator in Tacoma, Washington is perfect for an IT professional who enjoys maintaining servers and/or other computer systems. This individual will be responsible for quality control, technical support, system build, system design, onsite commissioning, acceptance testing, end-user training of low-voltage systems, CCTV, and access control. 

The Responsibilities

• Performs system administration, maintenance, and repair activities across assigned systems and platforms.
• Oversees secure system architecture, including network segmentation, access controls, and integrated system components, ensuring required security measures are applied to software and hardware.
• Troubleshoots, repairs, and maintains monitoring, surveillance, or related systems, including associated software and hardware components.
• Manages system configurations and user account activity, ensuring required information is maintained for active and inactive accounts.
• Applies and manages change, approval, or authorization processes prior to deploying new equipment or updates into production environments.
• Diagnoses and resolves system errors, working to minimize downtime and operational impact.
• Maintains the security and integrity of network and data transmission systems.
• Ensures system databases and account records remain accurate, current, and properly maintained.
• Tracks and manages account status, including activation and deactivation.
• Reports critical system events, issues, or risks to appropriate leadership or designated points of contact.
• Supports software and hardware for current system architecture;
• Maintains programming for accurate and up-to-date account information;
• Ensures time-sensitive reports and other information are created and submitted within the required time frames;
• Provides support to field technicians during maintenance and repair efforts;
• Oversees daily upkeep and administrative completion of required reports and schedules;
• Interfaces with internal customers, including Engineering and Operations, with the technical information necessary to improve installations;
• Collaborates with peer groups as it relates to the development, writing, and finalizing of submittals;
• Develops and modifies new and existing standards, processes, and manuals;
• Effectively represents Evergreen Fire and Security professionally and invitingly;
• Ensures compliance with safety policies; and
• Reads and understands blueprints, project instructions, and company forms.

The Necessities

• Valid state driver’s license
• Minimum of three (3) years’ experience system maintenance, repair, and/or administration and management
• Secret Clearance
• SQL

Great to Have

• Low-voltage experience
• Prior experience working on government contracts or military bases

The Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
• 401(k) plan
  • Up to 4% match available
  • 100% vested from day one
• Healthcare flexible spending accounts
• Dependent care flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Company-sponsored group term life insurance
• Corporate perks program
• Opportunities to participate in voluntary benefits such as pet insurance, voluntary life insurance, disability insurance, long-term care, hospital indemnity insurance, critical illness insurance, legal services, identity theft protection, and accident insurance

Pay range is $79,000 - $96,000 for well-qualified candidates.

We also offer opportunities for training and advancement in a fast-paced, inclusive, and rewarding working environment.  Check us out on Facebook, LinkedIn, or at www.evergreenfire.com.

Evergreen Fire & Security is a US government contractor with sensitive access requirements.  As our employee, you must also be able to satisfy federal government requirements for access to government information.  Unless otherwise stated in the requirements section of an individual job listing, our positions require U.S. citizenship due to the level of access to sensitive information and/or restricted facilities. 

Evergreen Fire and Security is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, status as a parent, national origin, age, disability (physical or mental), family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors. These protections extend to all management practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring practices, appraisal systems, promotions, training, and career development programs.