**JOB SUMMARY:** The Applied AI Specialist works with the North American Securitas AI team in helping to shape the future of Securitas. The incumbent creates algorithms, models and insights that are used to innovate and improve Securitas’ business and how we operate and are organized. Above all, the Specialist’s work impacts the way our 370,000 employees help make the world a safer place. **About the role** You will strengthen our AI and data science capabilities in North America, working closely with our global team of data scientists and AI developers. A consultative mindset is essential. While technical modeling skills are valuable, we prioritize business impact—focusing on rapid proofs of concept that generate insights, build momentum, and earn stakeholder trust over overly complex models. You’ll collaborate with stakeholders to understand challenges, co-develop solutions, and iteratively refine ideas. Your ability to translate business needs into data-driven prototypes and communicate findings clearly is just as important as your technical expertise. Projects will span core business areas such as finance, operations, HR, and executive leadership. A strong understanding of business processes—or a willingness to learn— is key. Interest in how data is generated in these processes is essential to be successful. When prototyping and scaling solutions, you’ll be supported by our global AI team, bringing deep experience in creating robust, production-ready systems. This collaborative environment fosters continuous learning, and an opportunity to learn and influence best practices from prototype to deployment. Essential Functions · The functions listed describe the business purpose of this job or position. Specific duties or tasks may vary and be documented separately. An associate might or might not be required to perform all functions listed. Additional duties may be assigned, and functions may be modified, according to business necessity. · All assigned duties or tasks are deemed to be part of the essential functions, unless such duties or tasks are unrelated to the functions listed, in which case they are deemed to be other (non-essential) functions. · Associates are held accountable for successful job performance. Job performance standards may be documented separately, and may include functions, objectives, duties or tasks not specifically listed herein. · In performing functions, duties or tasks, associates are required to know and follow safe work practices, and to be aware of company policies and procedures related to job safety, including safety rules and regulations. Associates are required to notify superiors upon becoming aware of unsafe working conditions. · All functions, duties or tasks are to be carried out in an honest, ethical and professional manner, and to be performed in conformance with applicable company policies and procedures. In the event of uncertainty or lack of knowledge of company policies and procedures, associates are required to request clarification or explanations from superiors or authorized company representatives. · **Collaborate with stakeholders to identify and understand business challenges** in various domains such as finance, operations, HR, and executive leadership. · **Co-develop and iteratively refine data-driven AI solutions** in close collaboration with both business stakeholders and the global AI team. · **Design and develop rapid proofs of concept** to generate insights, improve efficiency, build momentum, and gain stakeholder trust, emphasizing business impact over technical complexity. · **Translate business needs into AI/data science prototypes** by understanding data generation processes and business operations. · **Communicate findings clearly and effectively** to non-technical stakeholders, ensuring alignment and impact. · **Work closely with a global team of AI developers and data scientists** to leverage their expertise in scaling prototypes into production-ready solutions. · **Continuously learn and contribute to best practices** in data science and AI deployment within a collaborative, cross-functional environment. · **Demonstrate a consultative mindset** by engaging deeply with business processes and fostering stakeholder confidence in AI-driven approaches. **Specific Duties Include** **:** · **Build and validate predictive models** using machine learning algorithms to solve business problems and forecast outcomes (e.g., customer churn, sales trends). · **Clean, transform, and analyze large datasets** to uncover patterns, trends, and actionable insights that drive strategic decisions. · **Communicate findings through visualizations and reports** , translating complex technical results into clear, business-relevant insights for stakeholders. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AT ENTRY: Additional qualifications may be specified and receive preference, depending upon the nature of the position. **EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:** · Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative field (e.g., statistics, machine learning, mathematics, computer science, economics) preferred, or equivalent practical experience · High School diploma or equivalent, plus practical relevant experience, required · 3–4 years of hands-on experience working in a data, statistical modelling or ML role; a consulting background is a plus · Experience with PowerBI, Dash, or Streamlit is a plus **COMPETENCIES: (as demonstrated through experience, training, and/or testing** ): · Strong proficiency in programming languages, particularly Python and SQL · Solid experience with AI/ML libraries and tools, including scikit-learn, XGBoost, NLTK or SpaCy, transformer-based models (e.g., via Hugging Face), and OpenAI APIs · Proficient with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel), Adobe · Skilled in data analysis and data wrangling, with the ability to clean, transform, and interpret complex datasets · Strong analytical skills to dissect complex problems and formulate them into solvable tasks · Ability to track and maintain assigned project load · Ability to carry out multiple assignments concurrently · Excellent oral, written communication and time management skills · Problem solving skills WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS: With or without reasonable accommodation, requires the physical and mental capacity to perform effectively all essential functions. In addition to other demands, the demands of the job include: · Maintaining composure in dealing with authorities, executives, clients, staff and the public, occasionally under conditions of urgency and in pressure situations. · Must undergo and meet company standards for background and reference checks, controlled substance testing, and behavioral selection survey · Required ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently · Computer usage · Handling and being exposed to sensitive and confidential information · Regular talking and hearing · Frequent sitting · Occasional walking, reaching with hands and arms, stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling · Close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus · Work primarily performed in an office or hybrid environment “Securitas is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other applicable legally protected characteristic.” Securitas employees come from all walks of life, bringing with them a variety of distinctive skills and perspectives. United through our common purpose, we provide the security needed to safeguard our clients' assets and people. Our core values - Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness - are represented by the three red dots in the Securitas logo. If you live by these values, we’re looking for you to join the Securitas team. Benefits include: + Retirement plan + Employer-provided medical and dental coverage + Company-paid life insurance + Voluntary life and disability insurance + Employee assistance plan + Securitas Saves discount program + Paid holidays + Paid time away from work Additionally, some populations may have the availability of accessing earned wages on a daily basis, prior to payday. Restrictions and fees may apply. Certain waiting periods may also apply. Paid time away from work may be available either through a combination of vacation and sick time or under a PTO policy, depending on local requirements. Benefits may be different for union members.