Professional Services Specialist - Dedicated Account

motorolasolutions; Toronto; On-site; CAD 95,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Motorola Solutions is seeking an experienced Professional Services Specialist for the Greater Toronto Area. You will be the on-site technical expert for a strategic enterprise account, ensuring continuous operation, maintenance and upgrades of VS&A infrastructure.

You will perform installations, upgrades, troubleshooting, and site audits, while coordinating with MSI and client IT staff, and leading technical discussions with stakeholders. A strong background in VMS/ACM and networking is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field and professional certifications.
• 5+ years in video management and access control environments.
• Experience with large-scale, multi-site deployments and IT networking.
• Familiarity with VMS, DVR/NVR, cameras, PoE, and intrusion systems.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure and maintain Avigilon Unity Video and AVA environments on-site.
• Lead large-scale upgrades across the client’s sites, including firmware updates.
• Provide expert guidance on video and access control components.
• Conduct site audits, certifications and acceptance testing.
• Support annual preventive maintenance and SLA adherence.
• Produce PM reports with system status and lifecycle recommendations.
• Troubleshoot issues, review logs and implement fixes.
• Respond to outages and coordinate with support teams.
• Set up analytics, demos, and technical discussions with stakeholders.

Skills

VMS expertise

Access Control

Networking

Troubleshooting

On-site installation

Customer interaction

Software/Firmware upgrades

SLA adherence

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Technology

Certifications (e.g., CCNA, CCNP, MCSA, MCSE, CompTIA A+)

Tools

Milestone

Genetec

Exacq

Avigilon

Axis

Hikvision

OpenPath

Feenics

HID

Job description

Company Overview

At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. We’re a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. We build and connect technologies to help protect people, property and places. Our solutions foster the collaboration that’s critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals, safer businesses, and ultimately, safer nations. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future.

Aperçu de l’entreprise

Chez Motorola Solutions, nous pensons que tout commence par nos employés. Nous sommes une communauté mondiale soudée, unie par la volonté incessante de contribuer à la sécurité des personnes partout dans le monde. Nous concevons et connectons des technologies qui contribuent à protéger les personnes, les biens et les infrastructures. Nos solutions favorisent la collaboration essentielle pour améliorer la sécurité des populations, des écoles, des hôpitaux, des entreprises et, finalement, des nations. Connectez-vous à une carrière qui compte et aidez-nous à bâtir un avenir plus sûr.

Department Overview

The Professional Services Team deals directly with our partners and customers and helps them get the most out of our Motorola Solutions Inc (MSI) products. It is a rapidly growing team that values transparency, open communication, collaboration, and a customer-first mentality.

Job Description

Our Professional Services Specialist will serve as the dedicated, on-site technical expert for one of our most strategic enterprise accounts in the Greater Toronto Area. This critical role ensures the continuous operation, maintenance, and successful upgrade of the client's Video Security & Access Control (VS&A) infrastructure. The specialist must demonstrate advanced troubleshooting capabilities, exceptional customer satisfaction focus, and technical precision.

What will you get to do:

• Perform on-site installation, configuration, and maintenance of Avigilon Unity Video, Avigilon Video Archiving (AVA) and Access Control environments following Motorola’s best practices.

• Lead the planning and execution of large-scale system upgrades across this client’s sites, including licensing validation, firmware and software updates.

• Provide technical expertise regarding all video and access control system components.

• Conduct site audits, system certifications, and acceptance test plans.

• Support the coordination and execution of annual preventative maintenance, tracking compliance with contractual SLA's and response timelines.

• Produce formal PM reports identifying; tested systems, deficencies, corrective actions taken, lifecycle and replacement reccomendations.

• Troubleshoot technical issues to determine root causes, review logs, deploy fixes, and suggest preventative measures to improve overall processes.

• Respond to system outages and deficiencies including severity 1 and 2 errors, leading technical incident response and resolution with Motorola and Avigilon support teams.

• Set up, configure and test advanced analytics.

• Conduct in-person and remote product demonstrations and lead technical discussions.

• Develop and maintain strong, productive relationships with the client’s internal IT staff, system integrators, and key security stakeholders.

• Communicate effectively with internal MSI cross-functional teams (Sales, SEs, Project Management, Customer Success) regarding project scope, schedules, and deliverables.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 4+ years of relevant field experience in a Video Management System (VMS) and Access Control (ACM) environment.

• 4+ years of relevant experience in an IT environment.

• Strong knowledge in networking and system design.

• Demonstrated experience in large-scale, multi-site, or mission-critical environments

• Experience working with Physical Security VMS, DVR, NVR, Cameras, Encoders, PoE, POS, Access Control and intrusion systems.

• Experience with Milestone, Genetec, Exacq, Avigilon, Axis, Hikvision, OpenPath, Feenics, HID, Phoenix and other industry players is a plus.

• Experience deploying a VMS and cameras from the ground up.

• Understanding of network and PoE requirements for physical security.

• Knowledge and recent experience with programming and APIs is preferred.

• Demonstrate and articulate a strong understanding of troubleshooting logic and steps to resolution.

• Develop a strong understanding of Motorola Solutions(Avigilon) Video and/or Access Control products.

• Strong problem solving, organizational and analytical skills with demonstrated ability to resolve customer issues in the shortest time with the highest quality.

• Well-developed interpersonal communication (written and oral) skills with the ability to document and explain complex technical problems and solutions to customers of all skill levels.

• Ability to keep grace under pressure, multitask and prioritize based on business needs, provide timely updates, manage customer expectations, and handle complex situations while troubleshooting critical issues.

Technical Proficiencies:

• IP networking: routers, firewalls, wireless technologies, RTP, TCP/IP, UDP, IGMP and Multicasting.

• OS & Software: Installing, configuring, and troubleshooting various operating systems, software, and hardware.

• Diagnostics: Proficient at navigating and understanding both Wireshark and PowerShell (or equivalent tools).
  Systems: Able to access and navigate Dell iDRAC and HP iLO OSs.
  Knowledge with Bosch intrusion alarms is a plus.

Target Base Salary Range:$95,000 -$100,000 CAD

Consistent with Motorola Solutions values and applicable law, we provide the following information to promote pay transparency and equity. Pay within this range varies and depends on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The actual offer will be based on the individual candidate.

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Basic Requirements

Required Skills:

• A Bachelor's Degree or Diploma/Certificate in Computer Science, Engineering, or Technology.

• Must have one of the following Certifications such as, (but not limited to): CCNA, CCNP, MCSA, MTA, LFS, MCSE, CompTIA A+.

• Must have 5+ years of experience to be considered for this opportunity.

Travel Requirements

Over 50%

Relocation Provided

None

Position Type

Experienced

Referral Payment Plan

Yes

EEO Statement

Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic.

We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you’d like to join our team but feel that you don’t quite meet all of the preferred skills, we’d still love to hear why you think you’d be a great addition to our team.

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