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Access Control Specialist

Also known as: Physical Access Control Technician, Security Systems Specialist, Access Control Administrator, Electronic Security Systems Technician

AI Impact Score

35/100

Access control specialists are seeing AI integrate into physical security through intelligent video analytics, anomaly detection in access patterns, and automated threat response. AI is enhancing the monitoring capability of access control systems far beyond what manual review allowed. Physical installation, complex systems integration, and the security judgement required for access policy decisions remain resistant to automation. Specialists who master AI-enhanced access control platforms will manage significantly more sophisticated systems.

$48k – $90k

Salary Range

growing

Growth Outlook

55,000

Total Jobs (US)

+14%

Growth Rate

Task Breakdown

Tasks at Risk (4)

Routine access log review for standard compliance reportsBasic credential issuance and deactivation processingStandard equipment testing and maintenance schedulingSimple visitor management record keeping

AI-Enhanced Tasks (4)

Anomalous access pattern detection and alertingPredictive maintenance scheduling for access hardwareIntegrated video and access event correlationRemote system health monitoring across multiple sites

Human-Safe Tasks (5)

Complex access control system design and installationIntegration of access control with IT and security systemsAccess policy development and enforcementIncident investigation and forensic access log analysisEmergency response and system override management

Current Skills

Access Control System AdministrationElectronic Security System InstallationIP Networking FundamentalsSecurity Credential ManagementPhysical Security Assessment