Security Solutions Architect II

About This Role

The Solutions Architect II independently designs security systems, develops proposals, and estimates project costs to support sales goals. This role involves working with clients to understand their needs and translating business requirements into technical security solutions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site walkthroughs with clients to understand their security needs
• Develop technical solutions that align customer business requirements with security technology solutions
• Generate technical scopes of work (SOW) and detailed design narratives for technical solutions and associated cost estimates
• Manage the estimation process by interfacing with sales, management, and customer teams
• Analyze blueprints, construction drawings, and technical/functional design specifications to prepare compliant solutions
• Research emerging technologies to support security integration solutions
• Interface with product and distribution partners to obtain systems, device, and equipment pricing
• Support the Sales Team in technical discussions, meetings, ROI conversations, and presentations
• Understand construction divisions as they relate to Electronics-Safety and Security for RFP responses
• Maintain quality assurance by following organization and department standards

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience working with access control and video systems
• Minimum of three years of experience with integrated electronic security solutions OR minimum of two years of experience in a pre-sales support/engineering position
• Working knowledge of network infrastructure including switches, routers, IP configuration
• Knowledge of advanced Video analytics
• Knowledge of Software as a Service (SAAS) and Cloud based security solutions
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment; capable of managing multiple tasks, setting priorities, and meeting deadlines
• Excellent oral and written communication skills internally and with stakeholders
• Ability to maintain proprietary information with high level of discretion
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Project, Visio, and Word)
• Ability to travel (20%-30%) on an as needed basis
• Skilled in utilizing a PDF editing software, creation tools such as Bluebeam for device plotting, and team collaboration

Qualifications

• College degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related major is preferred
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience with integrated electronic security solutions, or a minimum of two (2) years of experience in a pre-sales support/engineering position

Nice to Have

• Project Management (PMP) certification
• Physical Security Professional (PSP) certification
• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification
• Product specific certification in Access Control and Video platforms
• College degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or another related major

Skills

* Required skills

Benefits