Description:
Hybrid 4 days onsite in Pittsburgh, PA
Our client is seeking a Genetec Support Engineer to support a growing, integrated Genetec access control and video solution across a large global user base spanning 100+ locations. You will own end-to-end system management, ensure reliability and security, and collaborate with stakeholders to deliver resilient physical security services at scale.
This is a contract to hire opportunity. Applicants must be willing and able to work on a w2 basis and convert to FTE following contract duration. For our w2 consultants, we offer a great benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, 401k with company matching, and life insurance.
Rate: $60.00 to $69.00/hr. w2
Responsibilities:
Experience Requirements:
Recruitment Transparency Notice
Eliassen Group values transparency in our recruitment practices. Please be advised that Eliassen Group utilizes artificial intelligence (AI) tools as part of its initial application screening and hiring process. You may receive email and SMS notifications from the Eliassen Virtual Recruiting Team (, ) inviting you to complete a brief voice screening as part of your application process. These tools assist our hiring teams in different ways, including but not limited to, assistance in reviewing application materials to help identify candidates whose qualifications most closely match the requirements of the position. All AI-assisted evaluations and responses are reviewed by human recruiters before any hiring decisions are made. The use of AI in our process is intended to support fairness, efficiency, and consistency, and Eliassen Group takes measures to prevent bias or discrimination in connection with its hiring practices. By proceeding, you acknowledge, agree, and consent to Eliassen Group's use of these tools, including AI tools, as part of the application and hiring process.
Skills, experience, and other compensable factors will be considered when determining pay rate. The pay range provided in this posting reflects a W2 hourly rate; other employment options may be available that may result in pay outside of the provided range.
W2 employees of Eliassen Group who are regularly scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week are eligible for the following benefits: medical (choice of 3 plans), dental, vision, pre-tax accounts, other voluntary benefits including life and disability insurance, 401(k) with match, and sick time if required by law in the worked-in state/locality.
If anyone reaches out to you about an open position connected with Eliassen Group, please ensure that you are working directly with us by confirming the following:
When you work with Eliassen Group, all email communication will come from an Eliassen.com address, never Gmail, Yahoo, etc.
Eliassen Group will never ask you for personal information (home address, bank account, or check routing number) until you have worked with someone clearly associated with Eliassen Group.
If you have any indication of fraudulent activity, please contact .
About Eliassen Group:
Eliassen Group is a strategic consulting firm that helps organizations reach further and achieve more through our technology, business advisory, and life sciences solutions. For nearly 40 years, we have combined exceptional people, deep domain expertise, and intelligent capabilities to expand our clients' capacity and accelerate meaningful outcomes. We are driven by a purpose to positively impact the lives of our employees, clients, consultants, and the communities we serve.
Eliassen is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and all employment decisions are based on merit, performance, and business needs. Eliassen does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender identity or expression, sexual preference or orientation, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), marital status, creed, religion, physical or mental disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, age, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, prohibited criminal record inquiries of applicants and employees, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Don't miss out on our referral program! If we hire a candidate that you refer us to then you can be eligible for a $1,000 referral check!
Hybrid 4 days onsite in Pittsburgh, PA
Our client is seeking a Genetec Support Engineer to support a growing, integrated Genetec access control and video solution across a large global user base spanning 100+ locations. You will own end-to-end system management, ensure reliability and security, and collaborate with stakeholders to deliver resilient physical security services at scale.
This is a contract to hire opportunity. Applicants must be willing and able to work on a w2 basis and convert to FTE following contract duration. For our w2 consultants, we offer a great benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, 401k with company matching, and life insurance.
Rate: $60.00 to $69.00/hr. w2
Responsibilities:
- Administer and maintain Genetec Security Center across access control and video, including device and camera changes, hardware configuration, and integration health.
- Manage roles, permissions, and user lifecycle while upholding least-privilege access and audit readiness.
- Troubleshoot connectivity and mechanical failures across controllers, readers, cameras, and intercom endpoints, coordinating with vendors as needed.
- Plan and execute system updates, firmware upgrades, and patches with validated rollback plans and change records.
- Provision and manage intercom systems via Sipelia, optimizing call routing, audio quality, and availability.
- Develop and deliver operational reports on events, alarms, access audits, and uptime for stakeholders and compliance teams.
- Oversee third-party plug-ins including video analytics and biometric integrations, validating compatibility, performance, and licensing.
- Administer key management solutions and workflows to ensure chain-of-custody, auditing, and incident procedures.
- Maintain configuration standards, documentation, and runbooks, contributing to the global support knowledge base.
- Partner with facilities, security operations, and network teams to diagnose cross-domain issues and drive timely resolution.
Experience Requirements:
- Hands-on experience supporting Genetec enterprise environments at scale, including Security Center administration.
- Certifications and strong familiarity with Genetec Enterprise Systems, ClearID, Axis, Mercury, 2N, HID, Fargo, Life Safety Power, Idemia, Princeton Identity, KeyWatcher, Traka, and Assa Abloy.
- Proficiency in device provisioning, camera and access control configuration, role and user management, patching and firmware, and incident troubleshooting.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a customer-focused mindset and clear communication across technical and non-technical audiences.
- Experience collaborating with vendors and cross-functional teams in change-controlled environments.
- Preferred: experience in system conversions and migrations, such as platform consolidation, controller and reader transitions, and camera fleet refresh.
- Preferred: knowledge of OSDP, SIP, TCP, SQL, HTTPS, reverse transfer printing, RFID encoding, and facial biometrics.
- Preferred: exposure to video analytics, biometric authentication workflows, and plug-in lifecycle management.
- Preferred: experience documenting standards, creating runbooks, and coaching level 1 and 2 support teams.
Recruitment Transparency Notice
Eliassen Group values transparency in our recruitment practices. Please be advised that Eliassen Group utilizes artificial intelligence (AI) tools as part of its initial application screening and hiring process. You may receive email and SMS notifications from the Eliassen Virtual Recruiting Team (, ) inviting you to complete a brief voice screening as part of your application process. These tools assist our hiring teams in different ways, including but not limited to, assistance in reviewing application materials to help identify candidates whose qualifications most closely match the requirements of the position. All AI-assisted evaluations and responses are reviewed by human recruiters before any hiring decisions are made. The use of AI in our process is intended to support fairness, efficiency, and consistency, and Eliassen Group takes measures to prevent bias or discrimination in connection with its hiring practices. By proceeding, you acknowledge, agree, and consent to Eliassen Group's use of these tools, including AI tools, as part of the application and hiring process.
Skills, experience, and other compensable factors will be considered when determining pay rate. The pay range provided in this posting reflects a W2 hourly rate; other employment options may be available that may result in pay outside of the provided range.
W2 employees of Eliassen Group who are regularly scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week are eligible for the following benefits: medical (choice of 3 plans), dental, vision, pre-tax accounts, other voluntary benefits including life and disability insurance, 401(k) with match, and sick time if required by law in the worked-in state/locality.
If anyone reaches out to you about an open position connected with Eliassen Group, please ensure that you are working directly with us by confirming the following:
When you work with Eliassen Group, all email communication will come from an Eliassen.com address, never Gmail, Yahoo, etc.
Eliassen Group will never ask you for personal information (home address, bank account, or check routing number) until you have worked with someone clearly associated with Eliassen Group.
If you have any indication of fraudulent activity, please contact .
About Eliassen Group:
Eliassen Group is a strategic consulting firm that helps organizations reach further and achieve more through our technology, business advisory, and life sciences solutions. For nearly 40 years, we have combined exceptional people, deep domain expertise, and intelligent capabilities to expand our clients' capacity and accelerate meaningful outcomes. We are driven by a purpose to positively impact the lives of our employees, clients, consultants, and the communities we serve.
Eliassen is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and all employment decisions are based on merit, performance, and business needs. Eliassen does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender identity or expression, sexual preference or orientation, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), marital status, creed, religion, physical or mental disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, age, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, prohibited criminal record inquiries of applicants and employees, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Don't miss out on our referral program! If we hire a candidate that you refer us to then you can be eligible for a $1,000 referral check!