San Jose, CA
1 day ago
Technical Specialist 2 - San Jose, CA

Your Future at M.C. Dean

We're seeking people driven to excellence and inspired to have a meaningful impact powering, automating, integrating, and securing the world’s most critical infrastructure and facilities. This translates into fulfilling opportunities for employees driven to excel in a meaningful career. As an employee at M.C. Dean, you will join forces with more than 5,800 professionals who engineer and deploy automated, secure and resilient power and technology systems; and deliver the management platforms essential for long-term system sustainability. Together, we transform the way complex, large-scale systems are designed, delivered, and sustained–enhancing client outcomes, improving lives, and changing the world for the better.

We are seeking a Technical Specialist 2 to join our Security and Electronic Systems (SES) business Unit. As part of (SES) Strategic Business Unit you will be part of a team that designs, engineers, integrates, operates and maintains electronic security services inclusive of intrusion detection, access control, biometric authentication, video surveillance, audio visual, it systems, perimeter defense and command and control systems for federal, local and commercial customers across high-growth markets. 

Clearance/Citizen Type:  No Clearance Required, no citizenship required.

Work Type: Full-time

What you’ll do:


As a Technical Project Specialist on the Global Security Systems team, you will work with the client and other internal stake holders to drive initiatives and projects as it relates to the team. You will scope out project requirements with stakeholders and communicate those requirements to developers. You will also be expected to communicate project status to project sponsors and other relevant teams to the project. This role will also require you to build out project tasks and ensure deliverables are met on schedule. As a Technical Project Specialist, you will also be expected to contribute technical knowledge and experience as it relates to the project and may need to develop technical solutions while project managing them simultaneously. 

Responsibilities:

Plan requirements with internal customers and usher projects through the entire project lifecycle Develop project artifacts such as: Project Plans, Trackers, RACI's, Close Out Reports, and other project related documentation Host kick-off meetings with stakeholders, gather/scope project requirements, and report project status on a regular basis Be responsible for problem solving, anticipating issues and risks, identifying communication gaps, and managing escalations Support the team as they organize the cross-functional team to hit roadmap goals, track progress, analyze risks, drive and document decisions, and communicate status. Drive strategic projects to streamline and scale work Types of projects will be: Internally developed tools, operationalizing new physical security system technologies, and process improvement efforts.

Key Requirements:

Education / Experience: Bachelor's degree with 2+ years of experience, or Associate's degree with 6+ years of experience or High School Diploma/GED with 8+ years of experience with installation, troubleshooting and/or testing of electronic security systems.

Preferred Experience: 

PMP or Agile related project management certifications Experience in Physical Security Systems such as Access Control and/or Video Management Systems

Required Progressive Experience:

      4+ years of managing technical/IT related projects and developing project management artifacts such as project plans, RACI's, risk matrix's, lessons learned, and other similar documentation       4+ years of building/developing/automating processes and solutions to improve an organizations efficiency and effectiveness       4+ years of experience managing products, road-maps, and communicating product features/bug fixes to stakeholders       Experience with driving programs and initiatives within organizations       Ability to solve ambiguous problems       Excellent analytical, technical, problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills

What we offer:

A collaborative team inspired by the way engineering and innovation enhance customer outcomes, improve lives, and change the world for the better. We are driven by our core values of agility, expertise, and trust. An opportunity to lead and build a business with the support of an industry-leading firm that has been in business for 75 years. Investment in your skills and expertise through a combination of professional and technical training programs, including leadership training and tuition reimbursement. Open and transparent communication with senior leadership as well as local office management.

We also offer an excellent benefits package including:

A competitive salary Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance Paid-time off Tuition reimbursement 401k Retirement Plan Military Reserve pay offset Paid maternity leave

Pay Range: $95,440 - $119,300

Abilities:

Exposure to computer screens for an extended period of time. Sitting for extended periods of time. Reach by extending hands or arms in any direction. Have finger dexterity in order to manipulate objects with fingers rather than whole hands or arms, for example, using a keyboard. Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences. Communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand. Read and understand information and ideas presented in writing. Apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense. Identify and understand the speech of another person. Attend regular in-person meetings with customers outside of assigned office. Possess driver’s license and vehicle for transportation to customer sites. This position may require ongoing or intermittent use of a company vehicle. Selected candidates must possess an acceptable driving record in accordance to our policy

 

Applicants for this position may be required to obtain or provide proof of flu shots or of other vaccinations depending on customer requirements and nature of the position or demonstrate a valid basis for exception.

 

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