Allied Universal · 2 hours ago
Vice President, Engineering and Technology
Chelmsford, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$150K/yr - $200K/yr
15+ years expAllied Universal® Technology Services is a global leader in transforming the security industry. They are seeking a Vice President, Engineering and Technology who will be responsible for the vision, development, and execution of the company’s engineering and technology roadmap, overseeing various teams and driving innovation and collaboration across the organization.
Cyber SecurityInformation TechnologySecuritySoftware
Responsibilities
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
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
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
Qualification
Required
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
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
Benefits
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
Company
Allied Universal
Allied Universal is a security and facility services company that provides tailored security solutions and smart technology.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$9BKey Investors
Warburg PincusLa Caisse
2019-12-13Acquired
2019-09-01Private Equity· $9B
2019-02-21Private Equity
Leadership Team
Stephen Jones
Global Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Jack Schenk
Regional Vice President - Midwest
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