Security Solutions Architect

Overview

When you join the Allied Universal® Technology Services, you are joining one of the fastest growing security systems integrators in North America. Build your career within a fast-paced, dynamic, and diverse environment that combines leading-edge technology solutions - electronic access control, video surveillance, alarm monitoring, emergency communications, robotics, drones, and other smart tech innovative solutions - with physical security solutions to safeguard our clients and our communities. We offer an array of opportunities - service technician jobs, installation technician jobs, security installation jobs, engineers, and project manager jobs to name a few. Start your career with us today! We offer medical, dental and vision coverage, life insurance, retirement plan, employee assistance programs, company discounts, perks and more for most full-time positions!

Job Description

Allied Universal is seeking a Solutions Architect to support the achievement of sales goals by providing high-quality, innovative, and cost-effective technical solutions that meet or exceed customer needs. This role involves direct pre-sales support and collaboration with various teams to develop technical scopes, design narratives, and cost estimates.
PAY: $80,000 - $111,000 annually,
Benefits:-Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance. -Enrollment in the company's 401(k) or Supplemental Income Plan, subject to eligibility requirements.-Eight paid holidays annually, five sick days, and four personal days.-Vacation time offered at an accrual rate of 3.08 hours biweekly. Unused vacation is only paid out where required by law.
Essential Functions & Responsibilities: -Solution Development: Develop technical solutions that align customer business requirements with security technology solutions.-Scope Creation: Generate technical scopes of work (SOW) and detailed design narratives.-Cost Estimation: Manage estimation processes, interfacing with sales, management, and customer teams.-Document Analysis: Analyze blueprints, construction drawings, and design specifications to prepare compliant solutions.-Technology Research: Research emerging technologies to support security integration solutions.-Vendor Management: Interface with product and distribution partners for pricing during the estimating process.-Sales Support: Participate in technical discussions, ROI discussions, and customer meetings.-RFP Response: Understand construction divisions related to Electronics - Safety and Security for RFP responses.-Quality Assurance: Maintain quality assurance by adhering to organizational and departmental standards.
Additional Responsibilities: -Engagement in Proposal Development: Play a key role in the proposal development process, including detailed SOWs, device drawings, and bill of materials.-Standardized Documentation: Use standardized formats for all design documents to maintain consistency and quality.-Subcontractor Coordination: Engage with subcontractors for labor quotes, ensuring their proposals align with internal estimates.-Labor Estimation: Develop and maintain accurate labor estimates using established worksheets.-Distributor Pricing: Ensure accurate and competitive pricing for all system components by interfacing with product and distribution partners.
Knowledge & Skills: -Educational Background: High school diploma required; bachelor's degree in a related field preferred. Equivalent work experience may be considered.-Experience: Minimum of 7 years in integrated electronic security solutions or 5 years in a pre-sales support/engineering role.-Certifications: Industry certifications such as PSP; or product-specific certifications in Access Control and IP Video platforms preferred.-Technical Proficiency: Experience with physical security products, including access control, video surveillance, and intrusion detection systems.-Multitasking: Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple tasks, set priorities, and meet deadlines.-Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of engaging with stakeholders via email, phone, and in person.-Licensing: Ability to obtain any required state licensing.-Software Skills: Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Project, Visio, and Word). Experience with PDF editing and creation tools such as Bluebeam for device plotting and team collaboration.-Travel: Ability to travel 20%-30% as needed in the New York City Metro and New Jersey area.
Preferred Qualifications: -Physical Security Expertise: Extensive experience with physical security products and solutions.-Advanced Certifications: Advanced security certifications or specialized training in security systems.

Closing

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Requisition ID

2024-1219503