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We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Technician specializing in CCTV, Access Control, and Electric Fencing. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years' hands-on experience in installation, maintenance, and fault finding of integrated security systems. The role requires strong technical proficiency with a variety of industry-leading systems and brands, including Bosch, Gallagher, Impro, Hikvision, Milestone, Nemtek, and others.

Responsibilities Include and not limited to :

Install, commission, and maintain CCTV, Access Control, and Electric Fencing systems.

Diagnose and repair faults quickly and efficiently.

Perform system upgrades and integration with other security infrastructure.

Ensure all work complies with industry standards and client specifications.

Provide technical support to junior technicians and clients.

Maintain detailed records of work completed and provide service reports.

Participate in on-call rotations and respond to emergency service requests when required.

Desired Experience & Qualification

Minimum 5 years' experience as a Technician (CCTV, Access Control, Electrical Fencing)

Relevant technical qualifications

Sound knowledge of networking and system integration principles.

Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.

Valid driver's license and willingness to travel as needed.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Good communication and customer service skills.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person

Electronic Security Systems Engineer

Company Information

Location: Ireland
Reports to: Operations Manager
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled Electronic Security Systems Engineer to design, install, commission, and maintain electronic security systems across various commercial, industrial, and residential projects throughout Ireland. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering comprehensive security solutions including CCTV, access control, intruder alarms, Fire Alarms, Intercoms and integrated centralised security solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Installation & Commissioning

• Install, configure, and commission CCTV systems (IP and analogue)
• Install and program access control systems including card readers, biometric systems, and electronic locks
• Install and configure intruder alarm systems and perimeter detection systems
• Install and configure fire alarm systems
• Set up and configure network infrastructure for IP-based security systems
• Integration of multiple security systems into unified management platforms
• Ensure all installations comply with relevant Irish and EU standards

Maintenance & Support

• Conduct preventive maintenance on existing security systems
• Diagnose and repair system faults and component failures
• Provide technical support to clients and end-users
• Perform system upgrades and software updates
• Maintain detailed service records and documentation

Compliance & Standards

• Ensure all work complies with IS EN 50131, IS EN 50132, and other relevant Irish/European standards
• Maintain PSA (Private Security Authority) licensing requirements
• Follow health and safety regulations and company safety procedures
• Ensure GDPR compliance for surveillance systems

Education & Qualifications

• Equivalent Ireland Level 6 qualification in Electronic Security Systems. OR related field experience
• Full clean driving licence

Technical Skills

• Minimum 3 years' experience in electronic security systems
• Proficiency with IP networking and TCP/IP protocols
• Experience with major security brands (Hikvision, Dahua, Axis, Honeywell, Bosch, etc.)
• Knowledge of analogue and IP CCTV systems
• Experience with access control systems and software platforms
• Understanding of intruder alarm systems and wireless technologies
• Competency in cable installation and termination (Cat6, coaxial, fiber optic)
• Basic electrical knowledge and safe working practices

Software & Tools

• Experience with video management software (Milestone, Genetec, etc.)
• Familiarity with access control software platforms
• Understanding of database management and basic programming concepts

Desirable Requirements

• Proficiency with system design software such as AutoCAD.
• City & Guilds electrical qualifications
• Experience with integrated security management systems
• Knowledge of fire alarm systems integration
• Fiber optic installation and termination certification
• Project management experience

Personal Attributes

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Attention to detail and quality-focused approach
• Professional appearance and demeanour when dealing with clients
• Flexibility to work outside normal hours when required
• Physical fitness for installation work and working at heights

Working Conditions

• Primarily field-based role with travel throughout Ireland
• Workshop and office time for system preparation and administration
• Occasional evening and weekend work for system commissioning
• On-call duties as part of rota system
• Company vehicle, tools, and equipment provided

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary: depending on experience
• Company vehicle and fuel card
• Mobile phone and laptop
• Executive permanent health insurance and death-in-benefit scheme
• Pension scheme
• Training and professional development opportunities

Application Requirements

Please submit:

• Detailed CV including relevant experience and qualifications
• Possession of a valid working visa or EU passport
• Cover letter outlining your suitability for the role
• Copies of relevant certificates and licences
• Two professional references

Please note only candidates who have the above criteria will be contacted.

ENVIRONMENT:

Your strong passion for Information Governance and Cyber Security and technical expertise is sought to fill the role of a Senior Security & Systems Engineer by a dynamic Healthcare Service Provider. Your core role will be taking charge of the optimization, monitoring, and support of internal and client-facing Security & Systems, both on-premises and in Azure and Office 365 cloud-based environments. The successful incumbent must possess a BSc. Degree/Diploma in Computer Science or equivalent, be MCSE, Azure & Office 365 Certified, and have Certifications such as Security+, CEH, CISA, CISSP, and OSCP. You will require 8-10 years of work experience as a Systems Administrator (both on-premises and cloud) and have solid knowledge of IT Service & Operation Management (ITSM & ITOM) tools and processes; IT Service Management SLAs & ITIL and/or COBIT frameworks.

DUTIES:

• Safely provision, deploy, manage, monitor, optimize, and decommission Azure and Office 365 and on-premises related systems and services.
• Follow best practice methodology for systems, cloud, architecture, and Cybersecurity.
• Develop and implement information security related processes/systems/services through project work.
• Provide input to Disaster Recovery plans.
• Perform risk assessments and recommend Information and Cybersecurity controls and technical measures (e.g., firewalls, data encryption).
• Plan and implement Information and Cybersecurity measures to protect computer systems, networks, and data.
• Support all IS Infrastructure, perform project work and weekly and monthly reporting.
• Contribute and participate in Information Security awareness drives and campaigns.

REQUIREMENTS:

Qualifications –

• BSc. Computer Science Degree or Diploma (NQF 7) equivalent.
• MCSE, Azure and Office 365 Certification.
• Security+, CEH, CISA, CISSP, OSCP.

Experience/Skills –

• Minimum of 8 – 10 years’ experience as a Systems Administrator (both on-premises and cloud).
• Knowledge of IT Service & Operation Management (ITSM & ITOM) tools and processes.
• Knowledge of IT Service Management SLAs.
• Knowledge of ITIL and/or COBIT frameworks.

ATTRIBUTES:

• Ability to multitask effectively and collaborate with others.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Can rapidly learn new systems and processes while working under pressure.
• Accountability and ownership with a can-do attitude.
• Initiative-taking with excellent time management skills.
• Able to prioritize tasks and take decisive action.

While we would really like to respond to every application, should you not be contacted for this position within 10 working days please consider your application unsuccessful.

Ensures that the Pep stores security systems in the stores are functioning optimally and are maintained to set standards. 

Monitoring of store security systems of Pep in the central inhouse control room. Timely response and reporting of incidents within the Pep store environment. Ensures that the Pep stores security systems are functioning optimally and are maintained to set standards.  Where applicable set up and link to a central inhouse control room to address criminal activity incidents within the store environment in order to decrease losses for Pep.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

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  Monitoring of all  security systems of PEP

  
  


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  Assisting alarm and CCTV technicians with remote support on alarms and CCTV systems

  
  


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  Add/change alarm and safe pin codes

  
  


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  Administration of “in store” safe requirements

  
  


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  Fail to close monitoring

  
  


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  Fail to open monitoring

  
  


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  Updating of department technical tracker sheet 

  
  


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  Create work orders on issues not resolved

  
  


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  Escalation of technical issues as and when required

  
  


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  Auditing of store alarm and cctv programming and setup

  
  


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  Conducting basic technical assistance on all store related alarm and CCTV issues

  
  


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  Managing relevant technical WhatsApp groups

  
  

JOB INCUMBENT REQUIREMENTS: 

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  Grade 12

  
  


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  PSIRA Grade B

  
  


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  3-5 years experience in a security, technical environment

  
  


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  Experience working with Patriot Monitoring Software (or similar monitoring software)

  
  


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  Knowledge of Texecom alarm systems working with back end solutions (Wintex, Maintex) 

  
  


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  Knowledge of Hikvision systems back end solutions. Remote system programming and  monitoring 

  
  


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  Knowledge of Networks and IT (will be an advantage)

  
  

Competencies:  Integrity, Assertiveness, Listening Skills, Cooperation, Telephone etiquette  and  Situational Awareness, technical aptitude, Accuracy

If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the closing date of this position, please regard your application as being unsuccessful.

PEP strives for equal opportunity in terms of its employment equity guidelines.

Qualifications

• CCNP Enterprise or CCIE track
• PaloAlto PCNSE certification
• CompTIA Security+ or CISSP
• Cloud networking certifications (AWS Advanced Networking, Azure Network Engineer)
• Arista or Mellanox vendor certifications
• 5+ years Enterprise network architecture and design
• Multi-vendor environment management (PaloAlto, Cisco, Arista, Mellanox)
• VeloCloud SD-WAN deployment and management
• Security incident response and forensics
• Network automation and scripting (Python, PowerShell, Ansible)
• SIEM integration and security monitoring tools
• Previous network operations management and team leadership
• Enterprise vendor relationship management
• Cybersecurity framework implementation (NIST, ISO 27001)
• Project management experience with large-scale network implementations
• Budget management and technology procurement experience

For more information please contact : Mohamed Shaik

Requirements

• CCNP Enterprise or CCIE track
• PaloAlto PCNSE certification
• CompTIA Security+ or CISSP
• Cloud networking certifications (AWS Advanced Networking, Azure Network Engineer)
• Arista or Mellanox vendor certifications
• 5+ years Enterprise network architecture and design
• Multi-vendor environment management (PaloAlto, Cisco, Arista, Mellanox)
• VeloCloud SD-WAN deployment and management
• Security incident response and forensics
• Network automation and scripting (Python, PowerShell, Ansible)
• SIEM integration and security monitoring tools
• Previous network operations management and team leadership
• Enterprise vendor relationship management
• Cybersecurity framework implementation (NIST, ISO 27001)
• Project management experience with large-scale network implementations
• Budget management and technology procurement experience

• Skillset: Network Security Administrator

OUTsurance has been propelling the South African insurance industry forward for the last 27 years. As leaders in the field, we’re always looking for innovative ways to create digitally-advanced solutions, without losing sight of our human values. Our continued success can be attributed to outstanding employees who set the bar high with their energy and expertise. If you’re keen to grow your career in a vibrant environment with lots of ‘fun’, this could be the career opportunity you’ve been looking for.

What do you get OUT?

• OUTsurance has been voted Top Employer South Africa since 2022. Our people vision is to be a great company to work for where you always get something OUT.

We offer our employees

• A winning, fun and inclusive company culture that embraces diversity.
• Great Rewards and Recognition programs.
• Benefits (Medical Aid, Pension fund, Group life and Disability benefits)
• Growth opportunities (we hire talent, train skill and promote values driven leaders from within)
• Wi-Fi on campus and Emergency Panic-Assist through the OUTsurance app
• Employee wellness programs: Free Counselling, Legal Advice and Financial Coaching for you and your members of household.
• A chance to give back (Staff Helping SA OUT-volunteer program) and much more.

• Manage and configure, and implement secure network solutions using Firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, and other relevant next-gen firewall technologies.
• Manage and configure SASE technologies. (SWG, DLP, CASB, Private Access, etc).
• Manage and configure WAF technologies.
• Assist with troubleshooting network connectivity and performance issues across network links, firewall, VPN, WAF and proxy technologies.
• Assist with deployment of technical solutions for detecting & preventing potential threats and improving security posture.
• Collaborate with the information security team to develop and enforce network security policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Monitor network traffic for suspicious activities, analyse logs, and respond to security incidents in a timely manner.
• Stay current with emerging cyber security threats, trends, and technologies to maintain network resilience against evolving risks.
• Implement access controls and authentication mechanisms to ensure authorized personnel and assets have appropriate access levels.
• Work closely with network administrators to ensure proper network segmentation and isolation of critical assets.
• Participate in the design and implementation of disaster recovery and business continuity plans for the cyber security infrastructure.
• Collaborate with third-party vendors to assess security products and services, making recommendations for procurement when necessary.
• Provide technical support to resolve security-related network issues and incidents.
• Document network security architecture, configurations, and procedures for knowledge sharing and future reference.
• Compile monthly reporting on security control efficacy.

• Related relevant network security certifications (Fortinet NSE4 (Fortinet Certified Professional Network Security)), CompTIA N+, CompTIA S+)
• Relevant work experience required as a Network Security Engineer with a focus on cyber security, including designing and implementing secure network solutions for cloud and on-premises environments.
• Solid understanding of network concepts (protocols, routing, switching, TCP/IP, OSI model, etc.) and firewall technologies (redundancy, resiliency, Layer4-Layer7 features and next generation security capabilities)
• Knowledge and experience of IT security controls and components (Network IPS, Vulnerability Scanning, Firewalls, Cloud Proxies, NAC, Load Balancers, WAF, VPN, DOS/DDOS, Endpoint Protection), and other cyber security tools

Advantageous

• Diploma or bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Exposure to different cloud services (Azure, Amazon Web Services, Google Cloud)
• Understanding of API Security techniques for the HTTP protocol. (e.g. HTTP methods (POST/GET), server response codes, etc.) and the HTML language. e.g. document structure, elements, forms, etc.
• Use of network analysis and troubleshooting tools e.g. tcpdump, Wireshark, traceroutes, curl, telnet, etc.
• Deployment of security resources using IAC (infrastructure as code) e.g. Terraform, Ansible, etc.
• Understanding of Zero Trust Network Access Framework and components
• Familiarity with network monitoring and logging toolsets to detect and respond to security incidents.
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance frameworks (e.g. ISO27001, GDPR) and their impact on network security.

The successful individual would need to demonstrate the below listed:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrate a high level of attention to detail.
• Takes initiative and works under own direction.
• Methodically plans and organises tasks and projects.
• Upholds ethics and values and demonstrates high levels of integrity.
• Very strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships.
• Adapts and responds positively to change.
• The ability to multitask and handle stress in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to tackle new challenges with creativity and collaboration.
• Experience in and knowledge of IT

An ideal candidate will be able to align their personal work values to the OUTsurance values of Awesome Service, Dynamic, Honest, Human, Passionate and Recognition.

In accordance with OUTsurance Insurance Company Ltd Employment Equity goals, preference will be given to individuals who meet the job requirements and are from the various designated groups.