About Grainger
Grainger is a broad line distributor with operations in North America, Japan, and the United Kingdom. We achieve our purpose, We Keep the World Working®, by serving more than 4.5 million customers with a wide range of products that keep their operations running and their people safe. Grainger also delivers services and solutions, such as technical support and inventory management, to save customers time and money.
We're looking for passionate people who can move our company forward. As one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For, we have a welcoming workplace where you can build a career for yourself while fulfilling our purpose to keep the world working. We embrace new ways of thinking and recognize everyone is an individual. Find your way with Grainger today.
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Position Details
The Security Systems Specialist will be responsible for supporting the physical security systems and hardware technology throughout the enterprise. This role must ensure the viability of all physical security systems with the goal of minimal business disruption. This position will also manage the lifecycle of a project and ensure proper resources are available to support fulfillment. This position is hybrid requiring 50% of time onsite at the Lake Forest or Chicago, IL offices.
You Will
- Ensure coordination, installation, upgrade and conversion or servicing of alarm systems, access controls, video cameras, burglary systems and fire alarm systems.
- Maintain an in-depth knowledge of cutting-edge security equipment standards and technology.
- Review system standards, policies, required upgrades, maintenance, and day-to-day management of all security systems through system integrators.
- Suggest system solutions to specific security concerns identified through customer requests and security audit.
- Oversee Grainger's Mass Notification System
- Provide project planning, tracking and quality assurance and overall vendor communication, management, and invoicing.
You Have
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience.
- Three plus years of experience supporting physical security systems and project management.
- A strong background in vendor management.
- General knowledge troubleshooting IP cameras, NVR's and Access Control Systems.
- Basic understanding of TCP/IP networking.
- Strong communication skills to facilitate system training for critical systems.
- Experience with physical security software solutions such as Genetec, Lenel, Exacqvision.
Rewards and Benefits
With benefits starting day one, Grainger is committed to your safety, health, and wellbeing. Our programs provide choice to meet our team members' individual needs. Check out some of the rewards available to you at Grainger.
- Benefits starting on day one, including medical, dental vision and life insurance.
- 6% 401(k) company contribution each pay period with no personal contribution required.
- Employee discounts, parental leave, tuition reimbursement, student loan refinancing, free access to financial counseling, education and more.
DEI Statement
We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment that includes both providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during the application and hiring process as well as throughout the course of one's employment. Should you need a reasonable accommodation during the application and selection process, please advise us so that we can provide appropriate assistance.
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