Security Solutions Design Estimator

Allied Universal • Reston, VA • 1w ago

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.

Allied Universal is hiring a Solutions Architect II to support the achievement of sales goals through direct pre-sales support, providing high-quality, innovative, cost-effective technical solutions that meet or exceed our customer's needs in a professional manner.

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 the sales team by participating in technical discussions and meetings with customers and/or product partners

Support the Sales Team in customer-facing ROI (Return on Investment) discussions and technical 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:

Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Project, Visio, and Word)

Utilizing a PDF editing - creation tool such as Bluebeam for device plotting and team collaborations

Experience with understanding customer needs to design and build complex security solutions for access control, video management, intrusion detection and camera systems

Familiarity with national codes highly preferred

A high school diploma required; bachelor's degree in related field preferred; equivalent work experience may be considered in lieu of a degree

A minimum of 7 years relevant experience with integrated electronic security solutions or 5 years of experience in a pre-sales support or engineering position

Industry technology certifications such as PSP, CCNA; or product specific certification in Access Control and IP Video platforms

Working knowledge of network infrastructure, including switches, routers, IP configuration, CCNA or equivalent certification, is preferred. Equivalent work experience may be considered in lieu of certification

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment; capable of managing multiple tasks, setting priorities, and meeting deadlines

Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills; the ability to communicate with stakeholders via email, over the phone, and in person is required

Ability to maintain sensitive information

Ability to obtain any state licensing requirements

Ability to travel (10% - 20%) on an as needed basis

BENEFITS:

Company Credit Card and Bonus

Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance

Enrollment in our 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.

LI-EL1

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 .

Job ID: 2025-1423051

Location: United States-Virginia-Reston

Job Category: Engineering

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