Security Technology Project Coordinator

The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn’s distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning.

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The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.

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The Security Technology Project Coordinator coordinates all aspects of project related interactions with the University’s Information System and Computing Division. This includes specifying all project related requirements as they pertain to ISC such as IP ranges, port activations, vlan requirements, POE requirements, etc. Responsible to coordinate and communicate project related details with internal DPS Security Technology Project Manager, Facilities’ Building Administrators and Project Managers, customers and vendors to ensure milestones are met and schedules maintained. Maintains project related documentation and ensures all requirements for project processes are met and current in the Division’s ticketing system. Assists the Critical Infrastructure Support Specialist Sr. in providing technology support for Divisional project management of PennComm, Police, and Security Technology related projects. Performs other duties as assigned.

Bachelor’s Degree and 3 years to 5 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required. Ability to work in a fast paced environment; ability to troubleshoot issues; excellent decision making skills; ability to manage large scale and high volume projects; ability to meet strict deadlines; ability to work autonomously; must be dependable and attentive to details; excellent interpersonal skills; good customer service and vendor relationship management. Committed to serving the interest of the University community and the strategic goals of the Division of Public Safety.

Requires experience with the following: Fiber Optics, IPv4 and IPv6 protocol, Virtual Router Redundancy Protocol (VRRP), Cisco switches and routers, multicast and broadcast, wireless infrastructure, telephony, knowledge of Access Control Systems and Video Management Systems concepts. Experience within UPPD strongly preferred

This position is classified as essential personnel (24 hours/7 days), which may require weekends; must be willing to work on-call. Must successfully pass a criminal background check. Must sign a confidentiality statement. 

The Division of Public Safety values diversity and seeks talented staff from diverse backgrounds. 

The University of Pennsylvania is an EOE. Minorities / Women / Individuals with disabilities / Protected Veterans are encouraged to apply. 

The University of Pennsylvania is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability , veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.