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Join Allied Universal® Technology Services, a global leader in transforming the security industry. We integrate advanced technology — video surveillance, electronic access control, alarm monitoring and augmented solutions with physical security to help people feel safe. Whether you’re an installation technician, service technician, engineer, or project manager, you’ll discover rewarding opportunities to grow your career as part of a valued team.

 

Apply today and be phenomenal—build a meaningful career while protecting what matters most through innovative security technology.

Job Description

Allied Universal® is hiring a Solutions Architect II to support the Nuclear division. The Solutions Architect II works independently on system design, proposals, estimating, planning and supporting the achievement of meeting sales goals.

 

Pay Range: $70,000 - $90,000 annually + 2.5% quarterly bonus

 

 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct site walkthroughs with client and sales understanding the need

• Develop technical solutions that map customer business requirements to security technology solutions

• Generation of technical scopes of work (SOW) and detailed design narratives for technical solutions and associated cost estimates

• Manage estimation process to include interfacing with multiple representatives of sales, management, and customer teams

• Analyze blueprints, construction drawings, and technical/functional design specifications to prepare compliant solutions

• Research emerging technologies in support of security integration solutions

• Interface with product and distribution partners to obtain systems, device, and equipment pricing during estimating process

• Support Sales Team by participating in technical discussions and meetings with customers and/or product partners, to include ROI (Return on Investment) conversations and presentations

• Understanding construction divisions, as they relate to Electronics -Safety and Security for RFP responses

• Maintain quality assurance by following organization and department standards

 

QUALIFICATIONS (MUST HAVE):

High school diploma or equivalentExperience working with access control and video systemsLicensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employmentMust possess one or more of the following:Minimum of three (3) years of experience with integrated electronic security solutionsMinimum of two (2) years of experience in a pre-sales support/engineering positionWorking knowledge of network infrastructure including switches, routers, IP configurationGeneral understanding of technologies enabling network redundancy and high availabilityUnderstanding of IP-based video management system design, including bandwidth and protocol considerationsKnowledge of access control systems, including alarm panel communication structures (Apollo and Mercury) and line supervisionFamiliar with Iris biometric deployment requirements and general access control conceptsKnowledge of advanced video analyticsGeneral understanding of operating system virtualizationFamiliarity with cybersecurity fundamentals within physical security environmentsKnowledge of Software as a Service (SAAS) and cloud-based security solutionsAbility to work in a dynamic environment; capable of managing multiple tasks, setting priorities, and meeting deadlinesExcellent oral and written communication skills internally and with stakeholdersAbility to maintain proprietary information with high level of discretionProficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Project, Visio, and Word)Ability to travel (20%-30%) on an as-needed basisSkilled in utilizing PDF editing software and creation tools such as Bluebeam for device plotting and team collaboration
 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (NICE TO HAVE):

College degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or another related majorProject Management (PMP) certificationAny of the following:Physical Security Professional (PSP)Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)Product specific certification in Access Control and Video platforms

BENEFITS:

Pay Range: $70,000 - $90,000 annually + 2.5% quarterly bonusMedical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, and disability insuranceEnrollment in our company’s 401 (k) or Supplemental Income Plan, subject to eligibility requirementsEight paid holidays annually, five sick days, and four personal daysVacation time offered at an accrual rate of 3.08 hours biweekly.  Unused vacation is only paid out where required by law. Closing

Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com

 

If you have any questions regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply, or require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment and/or employment process, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.

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