Physical Security Systems Technician - IT & Infrastructure

Details

Nebius is seeking a hands-on Physical Security Systems Technician to support the deployment, validation, maintenance, and operation of physical security infrastructure across sites throughout the United States. The role is based in New York and requires frequent nationwide travel for installations, upgrades, testing, and operational activities.

The ideal candidate has physical security systems expertise combined with practical IT infrastructure knowledge, including networking, Windows and Linux systems, storage platforms, and log analysis. The role ensures systems are properly deployed, validated, documented, and production-ready.

Responsibilities

Installation and Support

• Install, configure, and maintain CCTV systems, including cameras, NVRs, DVRs, and VMS platforms.
• Support access control systems, including badging, controllers, readers, and permissions.
• Replace cameras, readers, controllers, cabling components, and other hardware.
• Troubleshoot physical security systems across network, hardware, operating system, and application layers.
• Support Windows and Linux-based systems used by physical security platforms.
• Assist with storage systems used for video retention and evidence management.

Testing and Validation

• Execute system testing after installations and changes.
• Develop and run Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) procedures for new deployments.
• Validate system performance, coverage, failover scenarios, storage retention, and compliance with design requirements.
• Identify, track, and help resolve testing issues.
• Verify network connectivity, device health, and system integrations.

Documentation

• Produce and maintain technical documentation, including network diagrams, device inventories, configurations, and system architecture.
• Create and maintain SAT reports, test cases, and validation checklists.
• Document system changes, incidents, troubleshooting activities, and resolutions.
• Ensure documentation is structured, standardized, and audit-ready.

Deployment and Operations

• Support system upgrades, migrations, and new site rollouts.
• Work with vendors and integrators to ensure quality delivery.
• Provide on-site and remote support across multiple United States locations.
• Monitor and troubleshoot system logs to identify operational issues and root causes.
• Ensure systems comply with internal standards and security requirements.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of hands-on experience with physical security systems, including CCTV and access control.
• Experience installing and configuring cameras and access control hardware.
• Experience with system testing, commissioning, SAT, or similar validation activities.
• Ability to produce clear technical documentation and reports.
• Solid IT infrastructure knowledge, including:
  • Networking fundamentals: TCP/IP, VLANs, routing basics, PoE, DNS, and DHCP.
  • Windows administration and troubleshooting.
  • Linux administration, services, logs, and basic troubleshooting.
  • Storage technologies and capacity management fundamentals.
  • Log analysis using system and application logs.
• Strong troubleshooting skills across hardware, software, operating systems, and networks.
• Ability to work independently in remote locations with minimal supervision.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel extensively throughout the United States.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with enterprise VMS platforms.
• Familiarity with enterprise access control systems.
• Experience in data center, critical infrastructure, or enterprise environments.
• Knowledge of low-voltage cabling standards.
• Exposure to structured testing methodologies such as SAT, UAT, and commissioning.
• Experience with monitoring, logging, and system health validation tools.
• Familiarity with virtualization platforms and enterprise IT environments.

Key Traits

• Hands-on and execution-focused.
• Detail-oriented and structured.
• Strong sense of ownership for quality and completeness.
• Clear and disciplined in documentation.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting mindset.
• Comfortable working across multiple sites and environments.
• Willing and able to travel extensively throughout the United States, including up to 75% or more travel.

Compensation

The base compensation range is $112,000–$140,000 USD per year. Actual compensation depends on experience, skills, qualifications, hiring level, and geographic location.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Career growth and learning opportunities.
• Flexibility and ownership.
• Collaborative and innovative culture.
• Opportunity to work on impactful AI projects.
• International environment and talented teams.

Nebius is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. Applicants must be authorized to work in the country in which they apply and must provide proof of employment eligibility as a condition of hire.