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Vice President, Engineering and Technology

Vice President, Engineering and Technology

Allied Universal® Technology ServicesCarrollton, TX, US
15 hours ago
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  • Full-time
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Job Description

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Overview

Company Overview :

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 : Job Description

Allied Universal® is hiring a Vice President, Engineering and Technology. The Vice President will be a strategic and operational leader responsible for the vision, development, and execution of the company's engineering and technology roadmap. The Vice President of Technology and Engineering oversees pre-sales Solution Architecture, post-sales Solution Engineering, Estimating, and the Configure, Price, and Quote (CPQ) platform. This role leads a matrixed, decentralized team of regional engineering managers and vertical-market engineering groups. The Vice President will have strong executive presence, cross-functional leadership, and a passion for emerging technology and innovation.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

Leadership and Strategy :

  • Define and execute the company's technology strategy and roadmap while refining engineering standards, processes, and best practices for scalable, high-quality, cost-effective delivery
  • Lead cross-functional collaboration with Sales, Marketing, Operations, IT, and Business Unit leaders to drive go-to-market strategy, solution design, and execution
  • Build and sustain engineering talent through career pathing, mentorship, and training and development programs

Technology Innovation and Evaluation :

  • Chair the Technology Evaluation Committee to assess and adopt new technologies, vendors, platforms, and methodologies; monitor industry trends to identify and evaluate emerging innovation
  • Represent the company externally through industry events, trade shows, and publications, while partnering with Marketing and Sales to support demand generation via showcases, articles, and executive briefings
  • Engineering Operations and Systems Expertise :

  • Oversee pre-sales Solution Architects and post-sales Engineering teams, driving alignment on customer requirements, scalable solution design, and consistent delivery practices across a decentralized organization
  • Lead the Estimating function, refining processes, pricing models, and labor methodologies; manage and optimize CPQ tools in line with sales strategy and engineering input
  • Align regional managers and sector-specific engineering leads to support scalable delivery and technical consistency across the business
  • Maintain and expand expertise in low-voltage electronic security systems : intrusion detection, video surveillance, access control, life safety systems, sensors, edge devices, networking, and transmission systems
  • Ensure engineering teams are trained and compliant with current and emerging standards, codes, and best practices
  • QUALIFICATIONS (MUST HAVE) :

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, Information Technology, or related field of study
  • Minimum of fifteen (15) years of progressive experience in engineering or technical leadership roles within the physical electronic security, life safety, Smart Building, BIoT, PropTech, or low-voltage systems integration industry
  • Minimum of ten (10) years of direct engineering leadership experience, including management of cross-functional and geographically dispersed teams
  • Experience in global operations or projects involving multinational clients
  • Visionary leadership with a bias for innovation and execution, and the ability to navigate ambiguity in fast-paced, evolving environments
  • Strong business acumen and understanding of financial drivers in project-based services
  • Demonstrated experience in Configure, Price, and Quote (CPQ) applications, CAD (Computer-Aided Design), BIM (Building Information Modeling), pre and post-sales engineering, and large-scale solution architecture
  • Proven record of technology evaluation, adoption, implementation, and roadmap development in a complex integration or systems-based business
  • Strong understanding of field services operations and experience working in a matrixed, decentralized environment, with a collaborative mindset and ability to lead across functions
  • Exceptional communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills at all levels of the organization, with executive presence and exceptional presentation and public speaking abilities
  • Technical acumen with knowledge of electronic security systems, IP networking, sensors, and integrated platforms
  • Valid driver's license with the ability to travel up to 30% annually
  • PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (NICE TO HAVE) :

  • Master's degrees in engineering, Information Technology, or a related field
  • Professional certifications (e.g., CPP, PSP, RCDD, NICET, PMP, CompTIA)
  • Background in or familiarity with IoT, AI / ML for physical security, or cloud-connected security platforms
  • COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS :

  • Base salary range : $150,000-$200,000 based on location and experience, 40% annual bonus eligibility
  • Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, retirement plan and disability insurance
  • Eight paid holidays annually, five sick days, and four personal days
  • Executive Flex Time Off Plan
  • 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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