Company Overview

​At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. We’re a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. Our critical communications, video security and command center technologies support public safety agencies and enterprises alike, enabling the coordination that’s critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals and safer businesses. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future.

Department Overview

Job Description

The Security Specialist will be a key member of the physical security team, responsible for the implementation, maintenance, and optimization of the organization's video surveillance and access control systems. This role requires a hands-on expert who can manage security infrastructure from design and installation to daily operations and troubleshooting. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of security industry best practices and technical systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• System Management & Maintenance: Perform routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on all physical security infrastructure, including IP video surveillance (CCTV), video management systems, and enterprise access control hardware and software.

• Global Project Management: Lead and manage end-to-end security system upgrade and new installation projects for corporate facilities worldwide. Manage third-party security integrators and contractors for installation and maintenance across different regions.

• Technical Support: Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) and provide advanced technical support to internal stakeholders and end-users for all security systems.

• Project Support: Support RFP responses, system design specifications, and quoting for new installations and system enhancements. Track project deliverables and status along with vendor engagement.

• Global Coordination: Collaborate with regional facilities teams, IT networking teams, and legal departments to ensure system deployments meet local regulatory and data privacy requirements.

• Training & Documentation: Deliver product training to end-users and internal teams, and ensure all system documentation and procedures are accurate and up-to-date.

• Compliance & Audits: Conduct physical security audits and assist in ensuring all systems are compliant with internal policies and external regulations.

Specific Knowledge & Skills:

• 5+ years of hands-on experience working directly with video surveillance and access control systems.

• Bachelor's Degree is preferred. Empahsis in Security Systems, Information Technology, Criminal Justice, or related fields is a plus.

• Proven proficiency in designing, installing, and troubleshooting physical security hardware and software.

• Strong technical knowledge of IP networking, servers, storage, and PoE (Power over Ethernet) for security applications.

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences.

• Working knowledge of SQL Server, Windows Server, Google Suite.

• Position requires flexibility and availability outside of normal working hours.

• Must be able to travel domestically; <5%.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with enterprise level Avigilon Unity Video (VMS), Avigilon Access Control Manager (ACM), or similar platforms like for access control and IP video.

• Relevant industry certifications and specialized training; access control / CCTV or other security certifications.

• Experience in a Security Specialist or Engineering role focused on physical security solutions.

• Proficiency in developing Bills of Materials and detailed cost estimates for complex security projects.

Target Base Salary Range: $85,000 - $90,000 USD

Consistent with Motorola Solutions values and applicable law, we provide the following information to promote pay transparency and equity. Pay within this range varies and depends on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The actual offer will be based on the individual candidate.

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Basic Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in one of the following: Security Field or Security Management

Travel Requirements

Relocation Provided

Position Type

Referral Payment Plan

Our U.S. Benefits include:

• Incentive Bonus Plans

• Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

• 401K with Company Match

• 10 Paid Holidays

• Generous Paid Time Off Packages

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

• Paid Parental & Family Leave

• and more!

EEO Statement

Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic. 

We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you’d like to join our team but feel that you don’t quite meet all of the preferred skills, we’d still love to hear why you think you’d be a great addition to our team.

We’re committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience for candidates with disabilities, or other physical or mental health conditions. To request an accommodation, please complete this Reasonable Accommodations Form so we can assist you.