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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Presales Engineer/Solution Architect - Physical Security/ Remote (Los Angeles, CA metro area, 50 m radius) or on-site - Tempe, AZ - **Company:** Avista Solutions, Inc. - **Location:** Los Angeles, CA, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $147,540.0 - $186,791.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Domain Name System (DNS), Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Routing, TCP/IP, Virtual Local Area Networks, Information Technology, IoT Security - **Published:** August 30, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/job/us454eab4172a492d0e39248d22b65882d/eaa ## About the Role * 4+ years of technical pre-sales experience * Strong experience with enterprise physical security systems * Knowledge of: o Video surveillance o Access control o Intrusion detection o Connected/IoT security devices * Experience designing and delivering integrated technology solutions * Experience supporting large-scale and multi-site enterprise deployments * Strong networking fundamentals, including TCP/IP, VLANs, DNS, DHCP, routing and switching * Familiarity with low-voltage cabling standards and integrated building technologies * Ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions * Experience working with IT, facilities and security stakeholders * Strong client-facing communication and presentation skills * Ability to travel nationally to meet with clients * Verkada Certifications The position calls for the following certifications: * Verkada Certified Engineer (VCE) * VCE - Access Control Specialist * VCE - Video Security Specialist * VCE - Alarms Specialist, Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Engineering, Security Technology or a related field preferred. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered. ## Description They are seeking an experienced Pre-Sales Solution Architect - Physical Security for a full-time opportunity in Los Angeles, CA metro area, 50 m radius or on-site - Tempe, AZ. This is an excellent opportunity for a physical security professional who enjoys being at the intersection of technology, solution design and client strategy. You'll work directly with Account Executives and enterprise clients to design integrated physical security solutions spanning video surveillance, access control, intrusion detection and connected devices. You'll take client requirements and turn them into technically sound, scalable solutions-and help demonstrate why those solutions are the right fit. In this role you will design the solution, communicate it to the client and support the technical side of the sales process. 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