ICT Security Systems Technician

ICT Security Systems Technician

The successful candidate will be responsible for the end-to-end implementation, installation, commissioning and maintenance of CCTV and surveillance systems, access control systems, alarm systems, and fire detection or suppression systems.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure and commission IP and analogue CCTV cameras, DVRs, NVRs and video management systems.
• Perform cable runs, including coaxial, Cat5e/6 and fibre cabling.
• Install power supplies and camera housings.
• Configure remote viewing, motion detection and recording schedules according to client requirements.
• Conduct regular maintenance, health checks and fault diagnosis on installed systems.
• Install and commission access control panels, proximity readers, biometric readers, smart card readers, electric locks and intercoms.
• Program access levels, user credentials and time schedules on access control software platforms.
• Integrate access control with CCTV and alarm systems where required.
• Troubleshoot and repair existing access control installations.
• Install, program and commission intruder detection and alarm systems.
• Configure alarm zones, partitions, user codes and monitoring or reporting protocols.
• Integrate alarm systems with CCTV, access control and third-party monitoring stations.
• Respond to call-outs and perform fault-finding, repairs and system upgrades.
• Install fire suppression system components, including control panels, detectors, call points, sounders and suppression devices.
  
• Conduct commissioning, testing and certification of fire detection and suppression installations.
• Collaborate with fire engineers and relevant authorities to ensure compliance and certification.
• Perform scheduled maintenance, testing and servicing of fire systems.
• Read and interpret technical drawings, schematics and system designs.
• Prepare as-built documentation, commissioning reports and handover packs.
• Liaise professionally with clients and provide end-user training.
• Maintain a clean and safe worksite.
• Manage and account for tools, equipment and materials allocated per project.

Requirements

• National Vocational Certificate or equivalent technical qualification in
• Electrical, Electronics or Security Systems.
• Equivalent practical experience may be considered.
• Minimum 5 years' hands-on experience in the installation and maintenance of CCTV and/or access control systems.
• Minimum 8 years' hands-on experience with alarm system installation and programming.
• Minimum 8 years' hands-on experience with fire detection systems.
• Fire suppression experience will be an advantage.
• Valid Namibian driver's licence.

Preferred Requirements

• Vendor certifications from recognised security systems manufacturers such as Hikvision, Dahua, Bosch, Honeywell, Paradox, DSC, Notifier or similar.
• Fire detection or suppression certification or training from a recognised institution.
• Experience working on multi-disciplinary security integration projects.
• Familiarity with IP networking fundamentals as they apply to security systems, including IP addressing, PoE switches and VLANs.

Technical Skills

• CCTV system installation and programming.
• Access control system configuration.
• Alarm system installation and panel programming.
• Fire detection and suppression systems.
• Cable management and termination.
• Fault diagnosis and troubleshooting.
• Technical report writing.

Personal Attributes

• Self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Strong attention to detail and quality workmanship.
• Professional client-facing manner.
• Strong problem-solving ability.
• Punctual, reliable and deadline-driven.
• Team player with clear communication skills.
• Committed to safety and compliance standards.

Benefits

• Growth opportunities within the company.
• Medical Aid.
• Pension Fund.
• Housing allowance.
• Competitive salary package.

Application Details

Location: Windhoek, Namibia
Closing Date: 12 June 2026