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Johnson Controls

24d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Engineering
    IT & Cybersecurity
  • Boca Raton

AI generated summary

  • You need a Bachelor's in IT or Engineering, 5+ years in security solutions, strong video surveillance knowledge, relevant certifications, communication skills, and project management abilities.
  • You will engage clients, design video security solutions, oversee implementations, integrate systems, provide training, manage documentation, and ensure alignment with stakeholders and industry standards.

Requirements

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.
  • Experience: 5+ years of experience in security solutions architecture, with a strong focus on video surveillance technologies.
  • Certifications: Relevant certifications (e.g., CPP, PSP, or vendor-specific certifications from manufacturers like Axis, Milestone, or Genetec) are preferred.
  • Skills: Technical Expertise: In-depth understanding of video surveillance systems, IP cameras, NVRs, video management software (VMS), and network infrastructure.
  • System Design: Strong ability to design scalable and reliable video security solutions tailored to specific customer environments.
  • Analytical: Proficient in analyzing client needs and proposing effective solutions to meet those needs.
  • Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey technical information to non-technical stakeholders.
  • Project Management: Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize tasks effectively.
  • Problem-Solving: Strong troubleshooting skills to address and resolve technical issues that arise during implementation and operation.
  • Willingness to travel to client sites as needed.
  • Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
  • Willingness to learn new systems tools for improving efficiency.

Responsibilities

  • Client Consultation: Engage with clients to assess their video security needs, technical requirements, and constraints.
  • Solution Design: Develop comprehensive video security system architectures, including camera placement, storage solutions, network infrastructure, and analytics integration.
  • Technical Specification Development: Create detailed documentation, including system specifications, design documents, and integration blueprints.
  • Implementation Oversight: Collaborate with installation teams during the deployment phase to ensure adherence to the designed solution and industry standards.
  • System Integration: Work with cross-functional teams to integrate video security solutions with existing security systems, software, and infrastructure.
  • Collaboration with Technical Support: Collaborate with technical support and troubleshooting assistance with client’s post-implementation.
  • Training and Knowledge Transfer: Develop and deliver training sessions for clients on system operation and best practices for video surveillance.
  • Product Evaluation: Stay updated with the latest video security trends, technologies, and products, and evaluate them for potential integration into our offerings.
  • Documentation and Reporting: Maintain clear documentation of processes, revisions, and updates to designs and architectures.
  • Stakeholder Management: Consult with project managers, engineers, and sales teams to ensure alignment and address any challenges during project lifecycle.
  • Design & BOM implementation: Support sales team with comprehensive proposal for the customer, conducting pre-sales and post sales engineering.
  • Collaborate with the Community of Architects to advance the JCI technology blueprint and ensure alignment of specific standards (Security, Data, Network, etc.)
  • Participate in training, design, documentation, and delivery efforts.
  • Focus on the life cycle of the JCI Technology Portfolio at an optimum total cost of ownership. Define high-level migration plans to address the gaps between the current and future state.
  • Facilitate the planning and execution of business changes using standard business processes and technology.
  • Oversee and facilitate the research, evaluation, and selection of hardware and software solutions, related standards, as well as the design of standard configurations.
  • Manage and maintain overall solution architecture, scalability, and integrity.
  • Able to effectively influence stakeholders, team members, and peers to design and deliver optimal solutions in line with the best interest and expectations of the business.
  • Organize efficient enhancement review sessions with the business stakeholders going through all their enhancement requests, helping them prioritize all demand.
  • Work with the finance organization to manage statement of works, PO’s and invoicing comparing to available budget.
  • Maintain a professional culture within the team, where individuals take ownership and focus on delivering excellence, quality and value for the customer and business.
  • Responsible for the quality of solutions delivered, ensuring that appropriate development standards are maintained and followed.
  • Use agile methodologies to maintain a strong focus on delivery priorities, holding others to account for delivery, and swiftly responding to changing requirements.
  • Promote resilience and responsiveness in the organization by being open and honest about challenges, and the actions required to address unexpected developments.
  • Keep up to date with the latest technology, software development technologies and methodologies.
  • The ability to proactively suggest new ways of approaching tasks to provide a better service to our customer base.

FAQs

What is the primary role of a Pre Sales Solution Architect at Johnson Controls?

The primary role of a Pre Sales Solution Architect at Johnson Controls involves designing and implementing video surveillance systems based on customer requirements and industry best practices, while collaborating with clients to understand their security needs.

What qualifications are required for this position?

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field, as well as 5+ years of experience in security solutions architecture with a focus on video surveillance technologies.

What kind of work environment can employees expect?

Employees can expect an encouraging and collaborative team environment that values safety through a Zero Harm policy and promotes physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing.

What training opportunities are available for this role?

The role offers extensive product and on-the-job/cross-training opportunities, alongside the development and delivery of training sessions for clients on system operation and best practices for video surveillance.

Are there any certifications preferred for this position?

Yes, relevant certifications such as CPP, PSP, or vendor-specific certifications from manufacturers like Axis, Milestone, or Genetec are preferred.

What type of projects will the Solutions Architect Engineer work on?

The Solutions Architect Engineer will work on designing comprehensive video security system architectures, overseeing implementation, and integrating video security solutions with existing systems.

Does this position require travel?

Yes, there may be a willingness to travel to client sites as needed.

How does Johnson Controls support employee work-life balance?

Johnson Controls supports work-life balance by offering competitive salaries, paid vacation/holidays, and flexible work arrangements, including the potential for a hybrid work format.

What skills are essential for success in this role?

Essential skills include technical expertise in video surveillance systems, strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, excellent communication skills, and project management abilities to handle multiple projects simultaneously.

Is there a focus on professional development within the company?

Yes, Johnson Controls is dedicated to providing employees with meaningful work projects, learning opportunities, and resources that promote continuous professional development.

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Mission & Purpose

At Johnson Controls (NYSE:JCI) we transform the environments where people live, work, learn and play. As the global leader in smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people, places and the planet. With a history of more than 135 years of innovation, Johnson Controls delivers the blueprint of the future for industries such as healthcare, schools, data centers, airports, stadiums, manufacturing and beyond through its comprehensive digital offering OpenBlue. With a global team of 100,000 experts in more than 150 countries, Johnson Controls offers the world`s largest portfolio of building technology, software as well as service solutions with some of the most trusted names in the industry.