Electronic Security Engineer

Company: University Health
Location: San Antonio
Posted on: February 3, 2026

Job Description:

The Engineer, Information Systems – Electronic Security Systems (ESS) supports and maintains University Health’s enterprise physical and electronic security platforms . This role is responsible for the operation, reliability, and integration of facility-based security technologies , including access control, video surveillance, emergency communications, and safety monitoring systems across a complex healthcare environment. This position focuses on operational technology (OT) and electronic security systems, not cybersecurity or information security. Key Responsibilities Support enterprise electronic security platforms including Access Control, Video Surveillance (CCTV), Emergency Communications, Infant/Pediatric Protection (RFID), Intrusion Alarm, and Visitor Management systems Configure and maintain application-level system settings, user permissions, and device integrations Perform system testing, validation, and deployment of vendor-supported upgrades and patches Monitor scheduled data exchanges between electronic security systems and enterprise applications Generate operational reports, audits, and system performance metrics Coordinate service restoration and troubleshooting with the Help Desk, Network Services, and vendors Support vendors and contractors during physical system installations, expansions, and upgrades Participate in IT service management processes related to incident response, problem resolution, and system changes Provide after-hours and on-call support for electronic security systems operations as required Required IT & Technical Skills Electronic Security Systems (ESS) / Physical Security Technology Access Control – Software House CCure 9000 Video Management Systems – Milestone Emergency Communications – Zenitel Stentofon RTLS / RFID Infant & Pediatric Protection, Staff Duress – CenTrak Intrusion Alarm Systems – DSC Visitor Management Systems – HID SAFE Windows Server (system hosting and application support) Virtualized server environments (VMware vSphere) Enterprise server hardware support (Cisco UCS, Dell) Network fundamentals related to system connectivity (IP addressing, VLAN awareness) Microsoft endpoint and systems management tools for application support purposes This is not a Cybersecurity Role. Education & Experience Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Healthcare Technology, or related field required. Four years of relevant experience, or an Associate degree with one year of related experience, may be substituted for education requirements. Experience supporting large-scale electronic or physical security systems in healthcare or similarly regulated environments preferred. Work Environment Hospital and data center environments with 24/7 on-call rotation supporting facility security systems . Excellent Benefits

Keywords: University Health, Round Rock , Electronic Security Engineer, IT / Software / Systems , San Antonio, Texas