Embedded Electronic Security Technician II
Location:ย Chicago, IL
Travel:ย 25โ40% regional travel
Duration:ย Long-term contract through September 2030
Overview
We are seeking anย Embedded Electronic Security Technician IIย to support a federal customer in Chicago. This role will be fully embedded onsite and will play a key part in maintaining, upgrading, and supporting electronic security systems across regional field offices.
This position is offered through Insight Global as a subcontracting partner and will remain a long-term contract role for the duration of the program.
Compensation & Benefits
- Pay Rate:ย $39.67โ$41/hr (inclusive of fringe)
- 11 paid federal holidays
- Sick time:ย 1 hour accrued per 30 hours worked
- PTO:ย 10 days after 1 year of service
- Competitive compensation aligned with federal SCA guidelines
Travel Requirements
- Approximatelyย 25โ40% travel
- Typicallyย 1 week (MonโFri) per month, plus occasional short trips (1โ2 days)
- Travel includes visiting regional field offices for maintenance, upgrades, and reporting
Key Responsibilities
- Perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and system upgrades across multiple locations
- Support installation, configuration, and lifecycle replacement of physical security systems including:
- PACS (Access Control)
- IDS (Intrusion Detection Systems)
- VSS (Video Surveillance Systems)
- Coordinate with regional offices on service tickets, installations, and ongoing support
- Assist with system design, procurement, and logistics planning
- Oversee subcontractors and support project coordination efforts
- Conduct system testing, inspections, and compliance verification
- Support system integrations, software updates, and end-user training
- Maintain inventory tracking and reporting for security system assets
Required Qualifications
- U.S. Citizenship requiredย (federal background clearance required)
- Ability to pass aย comprehensive FDIC background investigation
- 5+ years of experienceย in the electronic security systems industry
- Hands-on installation/service experience in commercial or federal environments
- Experience must extend beyond basic cable pulling
- Experience with at least one of the following systems:
- Lenel
- CCURE
- Hirsch
- Strong troubleshooting and critical thinking skills
- Excellent communication and professionalism
- Ability and willingness to travel as required
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior experience supportingย federal or government clients
- Previousย security clearance or military background
- Experience coordinating projects or overseeing subcontractors
FDIC Background Investigation:
Comprehensive criminal history review
- Federal, state, and local records (felonies and misdemeanors)
Credit and financial background review
- Evaluates overall financial responsibility and history
Tax compliance verification
- Review of federal tax filing history and any outstanding obligations
Federal debt review
- Includes items like student loans or other federal debt delinquencies
Bankruptcy history check
- Prior filings may be reviewed as part of financial risk assessment
Citizenship verification
- Must be aย U.S. Citizenย to complete FDIC clearance