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Security Systems Technician at Biometrics Technology Ltd.
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Nairobi 🇰🇪 Kenya
Posted 3 days ago (21 Sep 2026) Updated 2 days ago
Job Description
The Security Systems Technician designs, installs, configures and maintains advanced electronic security solutions for client sites. Responsibilities include CCTV, access control, intrusion detection and structured cabling, with a focus on delivering reliable, compliant systems and providing technical support. The role requires strong networking knowledge and the ability to interpret technical drawings.
Qualifications & Requirements
- • Diploma or degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, ICT, Telecommunications, Computer Science, Security Systems Engineering or related field
- • 2–5 years of experience installing and maintaining electronic security systems
- • Practical experience with CCTV and access control systems
- • Strong knowledge of IP networking, TCP/IP, PoE, switches, VLANs and structured cabling
- • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics and network diagrams
- • Excellent troubleshooting and problem‑solving abilities
- • Ability to work independently, meet deadlines and respond to client support requirements
Required Skills
Responsibilities
- • Design, install, configure, test and commission CCTV surveillance systems (IP cameras, NVRs, DVRs, VMS)
- • Implement and maintain access control systems, including biometric and card readers, controllers and locks
- • Deploy and support intrusion detection systems and related peripherals
- • Perform structured cabling, fibre and copper installations for security networks
- • Conduct system troubleshooting, maintenance and client support for installed solutions
- • Prepare technical documentation, drawings and schematics for projects
- • Coordinate with clients, contractors and internal teams to ensure project delivery