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Securitas Technology · 11 hours ago

Technology Solutions Architect

Houston, TX

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

6+ years exp

Securitas Technology is a global leader in integrated security solutions, dedicated to making the world a safer place. They are seeking a Technology Solutions Architect to support their sales organization by developing electronic security solutions tailored to client needs and collaborating closely with sales leadership to shape strategy and technology support.

Physical SecuritySecurityVideo

Responsibilities

Providing subject matter expertise to drive customer discussion on electronic security solution offerings

Assist in coordinating communications and activities between the sales teams, local & regional field resources and the pre/post-sales engineering department

Act as and be the systems integrations and field applications expert for the sales organization

Directs and acts as a technology mentor for sales, costing, engineering, and field implementation

Perform customer consultations, presentations, and demonstrations of identified technologies that fit the need for the customer’s solution

Assist in Securitas events, and external tradeshow, such as, but not limited to GSX, ISC, NRF, RILA, and more

Conduct detailed field surveys for use in the design development and estimating of a customer’s solution

Value engineer solutions to meet customer needs and support the sales operations teams to win

Support costing & estimating engineers by developing, providing, and collaborating on bill of materials, scope of work, presales device placement drawings and subcontractor collaboration

Assists in the preparation of sales proposals by providing pertinent technical information and reviews proposals for technical accuracy and adherence to product standards

Advises and interacts with product management regarding product defects and provides customer input on suggested product improvements

Support the field teams by selecting standard technology across installations. Where necessary, this includes supporting field installations with understanding of design and solution

Provide insight and assist in the process of creating advanced plans when customers are migrating or implementing new technology. This includes technology selection, and project planning

Support sales with technology related questions or scope. Help them understand what solution and strategy is required to accomplish a job, specification requirement and to win. This includes attending meetings, walk throughs and scope reviews

Qualification

Electronic Security SystemsSystems IntegrationDesigning Security SolutionsComputer Systems & NetworkingFire Alarm & Life SafetyPhysical Security Information ManagementHigh Security CredentialsConsultative Sales ProcessField ApplicationsBluebeamVisioStructured CablingNFPA Code UnderstandingDeadline-DrivenClear CommunicationSelf-MotivatedDetail-Oriented

Required

6+ Years' experience in Electronic Security

5+ Years' experience in designing Electronic Security systems (Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS), Access Control Systems (ACS), CCTV/ VMS (Video Management System, Visitor Management Systems, Intercom Systems)

Bachelor's Degree, or equivalent education and/or experience

A valid state driver's license, without restrictions

Detailed knowledge of integrated electronic security solutions and design

Some knowledge of Fire Alarm & Life Safety Code

Working knowledge of Computer Systems & Networking

Ability to read & interpret electronic security specifications, perform equipment counts (take off's). Identify cable requirements & distances, as well as calculate power load & battery calculations

Clear, professional communicator with the ability to engage effectively with internal teams and clients

Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and deadline-driven

Preferred

Consultative sales process experience preferred

Field Applications experience preferred

Systems Integration experience preferred

Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) and Global Security Operations Centers (GSOC) experience preferred

Bluebeam and Visio experience preferred

Knowledge of high security credentials such as iClass/DESFire & Personal Identity Verification (PIV/FICAM)

Understanding / Certification with UL (681 & 2050) & High Security applications/systems

Knowledge of Structured cabling / BICSI Certification / EIA/TIA-568

Understanding of NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) code (Specifically in your assigned area) / NICET Certified

Benefits

Opportunity for annual merit pay increases

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Coverage

Company Paid Short Term and Long-Term Disability

401K with 60% Match up to 6% of salary

Paid vacation, holiday, and sick time

Educational Assistance

Exceptional growth opportunities

Wide variety of employee discounts on travel, equipment, and more!

Company

Securitas Technology

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Securitas Technology, part of Securitas, is a world-leading provider of integrated security solutions that protect, connect and optimize businesses of all types and sizes.

Uniontown, Ohio, USA

1001-5000 employees