VA DCJS -Electronic Security Technician

According to the Code of Virginia § 9.1-138, an "'electronic security technician' means an individual who installs, services, maintains or repairs electronic security equipment."

Forms
FAQs

Required Forms

PSS_RA - Initial Private Security Registration Application (.pdf, 2 pages)
- This form can be completed online using ROCS (Regulatory On-Line Credentialing System).
PSS_FP - Fingerprint Processing Application (.pdf, 2 pages)
- The form must be submitted if you have not submitted fingerprints to DCJS within the last ninety (90) days.
- List of acceptable documents to verify legal presence (.pdf, 1 page)
- This form can be completed online using ROCS (Regulatory On-Line Credentialing System).

Additional Forms

PSS_CHS - Criminal History Supplemental Form (.pdf, 1 page)
- The form must be submitted with the PSS_FP form if you have ever been convicted or found guilty of a felony or misdemeanor (not to include minor traffic violations) in Virginia or any other jurisdiction to include military court martial or currently under protective orders.
PSS_MP2 - Duplicate/Replacement Photo ID Form (.pdf, 1 page)
- This form can be completed online using ROCS (Regulatory On-Line Credentialing System).
PSS_RF - Firearms Endorsement (.pdf, 2 pages)
- Complete this form and the necessary training if you carry or have immediate access to a firearm in the performance of your duties.
- This form can be completed online using ROCS (Regulatory On-Line Credentialing System).
PSS_WA - Partial Training Exemption Application - Entry Level (.pdf, 3 pages)
- You may be eligible to waive a portion of your entry-level training if you have completed certain private security services training or if you are a qualified law enforcement officer as defined by the Code of Virginia §9.1-101. Please see the form for more details.

VA DCJS -Frequently Asked Questions - Electronic Security Technician

Frequently Asked Questions - Electronic Security Technician

What is an "electronic security technician"?
A person who installs, services, maintains or repairs electronic security equipment.
What are considered electronic security equipment?
Electronic or mechanical alarm signaling devices, including burglar alarms, holdup alarms or cameras used to detect intrusion, concealment or theft to safeguard and protect persons and property. This shall not include tags, labels, and other devices that are attached or affixed to items offered for sale, library books, and other protected articles as part of an electronic article surveillance and theft detection and deterrence system.
What type of license/registration/certification must I have?
You must possess a valid registration in this category.
For information on how to apply, please see the "apply and renew" section.
View the Apply and Renew page for Electronic Security Technician.
For information on how to renew, please see the "apply and renew" section.
View the Apply and Renew page for Electronic Security Technician.
Do I have to have a registration before I can work?
No. An electronic security technician can work for 90 consecutive days while completing the compulsory minimum training requirements, provided their fingerprints were submitted on or before their date of hire.
Do I have to be trained before I can work?
No. An electronic security technician can work for 90 consecutive days while completing the compulsory minimum training requirements, provided their fingerprints were submitted on or before their date of hire.
What are the entry-level training requirements?
14 hours -- 30E electronic security subjects (4 hours) + 35E electronic security technician subjects (10 hours)
What are the in-service training requirements?
4 hours -- 35I electronic security technician in-service (4hours)

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Richmond, VA 23219
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