Technology Solutions Architect

About the role

Securitas Technology, a global leader in integrated security solutions, is seeking a Technology Solutions Architect (TSA) to join our Engineering Center of Excellence. This role supports our sales organization by developing repeatable, cutting-edge electronic security solutions tailored to client needs. Collaborating closely with sales leadership, the TSA plays a key role in shaping strategy, design, and technology support across regional and national teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide subject matter expertise to drive customer discussions on electronic security solution offerings.
• Assist in coordinating communications and activities between sales teams, local & regional field resources, and the pre/post-sales engineering department.
• Act as the systems integrations and field applications expert for the sales organization.
• Direct and mentor sales, costing, engineering, and field implementation teams on technology.
• Perform customer consultations, presentations, and demonstrations of identified technologies that fit customer needs.
• Assist in Securitas events and external tradeshows (e.g., GSX, ISC, NRF, RILA).
• Conduct detailed field surveys for use in design development and estimating of customer solutions.
• Value engineer solutions to meet customer needs and support 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.
• Assist in the preparation of sales proposals by providing pertinent technical information and review proposals for technical accuracy and adherence to product standards.
• Advise and interact with product management regarding product defects and provide customer input on suggested product improvements.
• Support field teams by selecting standard technology across installations and assist with understanding of design and solution where necessary.
• Provide insight and assist in creating advanced plans for customers migrating or implementing new technology, including technology selection and project planning.
• Support sales with technology-related questions or scope, helping them understand solutions and strategies required to accomplish a job, specification requirement, and to win. This includes attending meetings, walkthroughs, and scope reviews.

Requirements

• 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-offs), identify cable requirements & distances, and 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 Skills

• Consultative sales process experience.
• Field Applications experience.
• Systems Integration experience.
• Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) and Global Security Operations Centers (GSOC) experience.
• Bluebeam and Visio experience.
• 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.

Schedule

Travel expected to be about 50%.

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.