Security Systems Engineer

Job description

JOB TITLE: Security Systems Engineer

SALARY: £45,000 - £50,000

LOCATION: London / Home Counties

SETTING: Office & Onsite locations 5 days per week

BENEFITS: 22 days Annual Leave with an extra day every 2 years up to 30 days

My client is a leading mid-market CCTV provider, working with a wide range of customers throughout London and the South. The business is owned and managed by a team with many years of experience, and due to sustained organic growth, they are looking for an excellent Security Systems Engineer to join their friendly, established team.

Commutable locations: London, Surrey, South Essex, Kent

Job Specification:

The Security Systems Engineer is a hands-on role responsible for the call outs, installation, commissioning, of CCTV, access control, and intruder alarm systems. The role involves both planned works and reactive fault response across customer sites, ensuring systems are reliable, compliant, and fit for purpose.

Requirements

The focus of this position is to Install CCTV, access control, and intruder alarm systems on new and existing sites.

In addition: you’ll also be responsible for..

• Fault Finding- Responding to reactive service calls and emergency faults
• CCTV Systems- Installing CCTV cameras and Configure IP cameras, NVRs/DVRs/Servers
• Offer practical recommendations for system improvements

About You: - Required Experience & Skills

• Proven experience in both installation and servicing of:
• CCTV systems
• Access control systems
• Intruder alarm systems
• Ability to read technical drawings and wiring diagrams

Preferred Qualifications

• ECS / CSCS card
• IPAF, PASMA, or similar site safety certifications
• Manufacturer-specific training or certifications
• Experience working under NSI standards

If this is of any interest and you fit the requirements, please apply today!

Keywords: CCTV, Access Control Systems, Intruder Alarm Systems, Cabling, Networking, VLAN, PoE, Switches

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

City of London

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

16-01-2026

Profession type

ICT

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English