Securitas Technology, a global leader in integrated security solutions, is dedicated to helping make the world a safer place. With over 13,000 employees in 40 countries, we protect and empower businesses through a connected ecosystem of health, safety, and security solutions. As a trusted leader in systems integration and alarm monitoring, we bring the Securitas Technology Difference to life- delivering a comprehensive suite of video surveillance, access control, intrusion detection, fire safety, and integrated security solutions. We're 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. Primary responsibilities include: * 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 Additional responsibilities include: * 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 and Education * 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 Skills * 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. Additional Notes * Travel expected to be about 50% Securitas Technology Offers Comprehensive Benefits Including * 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! We are a nationwide provider of security solutions and an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce. Our core values of Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness are proudly demonstrated daily by our employees to our customers and the communities we service.