Physical Security Systems Programmer

We are seeking a dedicated Physical Security Systems Programmer to join our team. The Physical Security Systems Programmer is responsible for the installation, configuration, administration, troubleshooting and maintenance of enterprise access control and video management systems, while supporting field-level device and installation.

Work Location: Washington, DC 

Work Arrangement: Onsite 

Clearance:  Must have an active Top Secret clearance

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

 Administer and support enterprise access control and video management systems, including CCure 9000 and Genetec Security Center, to ensure system availability and operational effectiveness.

• Configure and maintain access control components such as personnel records, credentials, access levels, schedules, door configurations, and alarm/event definitions.
• Support video surveillance operations through camera onboarding, configuration, user permissions, recording profiles, and video review/export for official requests.
• Monitor security systems and review events, alarms, and logs to support incident response, troubleshooting, and service restoration.
• Diagnose and resolve system issues including access denials, device communication failures, and configuration conflicts across access control, video, network, and field devices.
• Coordinate with security operations centers, IT/network teams, field technicians, and vendors to troubleshoot issues and restore services.
• Maintaining accurate documentation of system configurations, changes, and maintenance activities.
• Following approved security procedures and configuration standards.
• Handling sensitive security data in accordance with policy.
• Physical fitness and manual dexterity to handle tools and climb ladders when necessary.

• US Citizen and active Top-Secret clearance.
• A bachelor’s degree or 4 years equivalent experience as a security technician.
• Technical knowledge of various security systems and devices, including alarms, cameras, and access control systems, public address systems, and other security technologies.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Hands-on administration and programming experience with Genetec and CCure.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work a regular schedule at the Washington DC locations.
• A team player with a customer-oriented approach. 
• Strong attention to detail to ensure accurate installation and maintenance of security equipment.
• Knowledge of safety practices and regulations to maintain a safe working environment.
• Proficiency in system testing and troubleshooting to identify and resolve issues promptly and accurately.

 Benefits: 

• Competitive salary: $105,000 - $110,000 
• Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay 
• Medical Insurance 
• Dental Insurance 
• Vision Insurance 
• Disability, Life Insurance, and AD&D 
• Flexible Spending Accounts 
• Pre-Tax 401K and/or After-Tax Roth IRA (with employer matching contribution) 
• Tuition and Technical Training Reimbursement 
• Exercise Reimbursement 
• Employee Assistance Program 
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment 

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to stand, sit, talk, hear, reach, stoop, kneel, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer, telephone, keyboard, and standard office equipment. 

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision requirements due to computer work. 

• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to fifteen (15) pounds. 

• Fine hand manipulation (keyboarding). 

Working at Edgewater Federal Solutions:  

Edgewater Federal Solutions is a privately held government contracting firm located in Frederick, MD. The company was founded in 2002 with the vision of being highly recognized and admired for supporting customer missions through employee empowerment, exceptional services, and timely delivery. Edgewater Federal Solutions is ISO 9001, 20000-1, 270001 certified, appraised at CMMI Level 3 Maturity for Development and Services, and has been named in the Top Workplaces in the Greater Washington Area Companies since 2018.  

Edgewater Federal Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It has been and continues to be our policy to provide equal employment to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status and/or other status protected by applicable law.  #LI-HH1