Infrastructure Field Engineer

Posting Details

Posting Details

Working Title
Infrastructure Field Engineer

Position Number
01328A

Department
TELECOMM & INFR AUX

Location
Norfolk, VA

Type of Position
Classified

Type of Job
Full Time

EEO Category
C Technicians

Job Description

This position is responsible for the design, installation, and field support of physical security systems infrastructure and other integrated devices. It plays a critical part in supporting Capital Projects, Renovations, department requests, and the ongoing operational performance of the systems.

Type of Recruitment

Knowledge, skills and abilities

• Strong understanding of cabling infrastructure, device integration, and field installation practices.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and construction documents.
• Skilled in troubleshooting and resolving hardware and infrastructure issues.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage time effectively and maintain detailed documentation.
• Capable of working independently and within a team environment.

Special licenses, registration or certification

N/A

Education or training

None

Level and type of experience

• Solid experience in infrastructure engineering or physical security systems.
• Working experience with access control and video surveillance technologies.

Additional Considerations (supplemental knowledge, skills, abilities, education, experience, licensure, certification)

• Experience in higher education or large-scale campus environments.
• Certifications or training in cabling systems or physical security technologies.

Conditions of Employment

This is a Norfolk based position on the main campus, working a traditional 40-hour work week. On-call duties are part of the position.

This position is designated as sensitive. A fingerprint-based criminal history check will be required of the final candidate.

This position is considered essential personnel and may be subject to working during university. closings.

Annual Salary/Hourly Rate
Salary is commensurate with education and experience and begins at $ - 75,423

Posting Detail Information

Job Requisition Number
S03172

Job Open To
General Public

Open Date
02/03/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

Special Instructions Summary

Please submit a completed application, a resume, and a cover letter.

This job is suitable for someone who has worked providing hands-on support of security systems with a focus on electronic door access control and IP camera systems.

Criminal Background Check
The final candidate is required to complete a criminal history check.

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Equity Statement

It is the policy of Old Dominion University to provide equal employment, educational and social opportunities for all persons, without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origin, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation or genetic information. Individuals from minoritized communities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Reasonable Accommodation Request

If you are an individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodation, please contact the Division of Talent Management and Culture at .

Alternative Hiring Process

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth's Alternative Hiring Process.

To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter.

To request an AHP Letter, use this link: ;/strong> or call DARS at , or DBVI at .

Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or consistent with contractor's legal duty to furnish information.