Sales Engineer - Electronic Security Systems

K Group Companies

$70K — $95K *
Technical Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Experience in sales engineering or technical account management within physical security or low-voltage integration.
  • Hands-on knowledge of video surveillance systems, access control, and networking fundamentals.
  • Familiarity with leading security platforms like Avigilon, Axis, or Software House.
  • Strong communication skills for both technical and executive audiences.
  • Self-starter mindset with a natural curiosity and drive.

Responsibilities

  • Partner with Account Executives to develop system designs and create compelling proposals.
  • Conduct site evaluations and technology consultations to ensure scalable solutions.
  • Deliver engaging presentations and live demonstrations to showcase solution benefits.
  • Translate technical details into clear value propositions for customers.
  • Design and present both cloud-based and on-premise security architectures based on client needs.
  • Collaborate with project management for seamless project delivery.
  • Stay updated on trends in physical security, networking, and integration technologies.

Benefits

  • Competitive base salary based on experience.
  • Bonus and commission programs for performance incentives.
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) for work-life balance.
  • Volunteer Paid Time Off (VTO) to support community involvement.
  • 100% employer-paid family health insurance premiums.
  • Comprehensive employer-paid disability, dental, and vision insurance.
  • 401k plan with Safe Harbor contributions from the company.
  • Profit-sharing opportunities to incentivize team success.
Full Job Description
PreSales Engineer Physical Security Overview:

We're looking for an experienced Physical SecuritySales Engineer who thrives at the intersection of technology and customer success, someone who can bridge the gap between sales and delivery, bring clarity to complex solutions, and help customers reimagine what's possible with both cloud-based and on-premise video, access control, and integrated security systems.

This is a high-impact role where your expertise directly influences project design, margin growth, and customer satisfaction. You'll work alongside an ambitious sales team and an engineering organization committed to continuous learning and innovation.

PreSales Engineer Physical Security Responsibilities:
• Partner with Account Executives to qualify opportunities, develop system designs, and create winning proposals that solve customer challenges.
• Perform site evaluations, system walkthroughs, and technology consultations to ensure each solution is technically sound and scalable.
• Deliver engaging technical presentations and live sales demonstrations that showcase solution capabilities and value.
• Translate technical details into clear, customer-facing value propositions.
• Design and present both cloud-managed and on-premise architecture based on client needs and environment.
• Collaborate closely with project management and field engineering teams to ensure smooth handoff and successful delivery.
• Maintain up-to-date expertise in physical security, networking, IoT, and integration technologies.
• Contribute to RFP responses, solution architecture, and pre-sales documentation that reflect our high standards of accuracy and professionalism.

PreSales Engineer Physical Security Qualifications:
• Experience in sales engineering, system design, or technical account management within the physical security or low-voltage integration industry.
• Hands-on knowledge of video surveillance (VMS/NVR), access control, and networking fundamentals.
• Familiarity with leading platforms such as Avigilon Alta, Avigilon Unity, OpenEye, Salient, Axis, HID, Mercury, Software House, or similar.
• Strong communication skills, equally comfortable in the field, on a video call, or presenting to executives.
• A self-starter mindset, natural curiosity, and drive to make things happen.

Compensation and Benefits
• Competitive base salary based on experience
• Bonus and commission programs
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Volunteer Paid Time Off (VTO)
• 100% employer paid family health insurance premium
• 100% employer paid disability insurance
• 100% employer paid dental & vision insurance
• 401k with Safe Harbor contributions from company annually
• Profit sharing opportunities

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