K-12 Specialist (Security & Grants)

Brivo; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Brivo is seeking a mission-driven SLED Solutions Specialist to lead growth in State, Local, and Education markets. You will be a trusted advisor to school districts and municipalities, navigating security funding, and representing Brivo as a thought leader at events.

Responsibilities include grant advocacy, public sector partnerships, and delivering compelling demonstrations of Brivo’s cloud access control and video solutions to diverse stakeholders. Travel ~40–50% is required.

Qualifications

• 5–7+ years of experience in the physical security industry, specifically SLED or K-12.
• Proven track record identifying and securing public sector grants and funding.
• Strong understanding of cloud-based SaaS, access control, and IP video systems.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Willingness to travel ~40–50% to conferences and prospect meetings.

Responsibilities

• Grant and funding advocacy: identify applicable federal/state grants and assist districts with applications.
• SLED market representation at industry events, conferences, and high-level meetings with officials.
• Deliver technical product demonstrations of Brivo’s cloud access and video solutions.
• Establish thought leadership through white papers, webinars, and market education on security best practices.
• Partner enablement: work with resellers to win public sector contracts.
• Manage strategic relationships with school boards, facilities managers, and procurement leads.

Skills

Grant-writing experience

Public speaking

Strategic consulting

Travel readiness

SLED/K-12 market knowledge

Job description

Compensation: $130,000 - $150,000 / year

Location: Austin

Description

Brivo is seeking a mission-driven SLED Solutions Specialist to lead our growth within the State, Local, and Education markets. This is a unique, multi-faceted role that combines business development, technical evangelism, and grant consultancy. The ideal candidate is more than a salesperson; they are a trusted advisor to school districts and municipalities. You will be responsible for helping educational institutions navigate the complexities of security funding, representing Brivo as a thought leader at national and regional events, and demonstrating how our cloud-based access control and video solutions create safer environments for students and citizens.

Key Responsibilities

• Grant & Funding Advocacy: Act as a strategic consultant for prospects and partners by identifying applicable federal and state security grants (e.g., COPS SVPP, STOP School Violence, E-Rate, etc.). Assist school districts in the grant writing and application process to secure funding for Brivo security projects.
• SLED Market Representation: Serve as the primary face of Brivo at SLED-specific industry events, conferences (e.g., ASBO, NSBA, IACLEA), and high-level sales meetings with state and local government officials.
• Technical Product Evangelism: Deliver compelling presentations and live demonstrations of Brivo’s cloud access control and integrated video solutions. You must effectively communicate the value proposition to a diverse audience, from IT Directors and Superintendents to security resellers and consultants.
• Thought Leadership: Establish yourself as a subject matter expert in the SLED community. This includes contributing to white papers, participating in webinars, and educating the market on security best practices, "Safe School" initiatives, and the benefits of cloud-based physical security.
• Partner Enablement: Work closely with our network of resellers to help them better understand the SLED landscape, providing them with the tools and knowledge necessary to win public sector contracts.
• Strategic Relationship Management: Build and maintain long‑term relationships with key stakeholders in the SLED ecosystem, including school board members, facility managers, and state purchasing cooperative leads.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Experience: 5–7+ years of experience in the physical security industry, specifically focused on the SLED or K-12 market.
• Grant Expertise: Proven track record of navigating the public sector funding landscape. Experience assisting organizations in successfully securing grants for technology or security improvements is highly preferred.
• Technical Proficiency: Strong understanding of cloud-based SaaS models, physical access control, and IP video surveillance systems. (Experience with Brivo specifically is a significant plus).
• Public Speaking: Exceptional presentation and communication skills. You should be comfortable speaking to large audiences and translating technical concepts for non-technical decision-makers.
• Travel: Willingness to travel (approx. 40-50%) to attend conferences and meet with key prospects across the territory.
• Mission-Driven Mindset: A genuine passion for school safety and public sector improvement.

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with state-level procurement vehicles and cooperative purchasing agreements (e.g., Sourcewell, GSA, NASPO).
• Active involvement in school safety organizations or professional security associations (e.g., ASIS).
• Existing network of contacts within state and local government or educational administration.

Job Benefits

Brivo is a Great Place to Work-Certified™ company and the global leader in cloud-based access control and video surveillance. Following our merger with Eagle Eye Networks, we are building the only platform powerful enough to support the future of AI-driven security.

Why Your Work Matters

Innovation drives our vibe, but purpose drives our mission. You will work on essential systems that protect the health, safety, and welfare of people and property worldwide. At Brivo, your voice is heard, your talent is respected, and your contributions have a global impact.

• The Brivo Experience: We thrive on in-person collaboration and a "one-team" atmosphere. We embrace our international presence, leveraging diverse ideas and backgrounds to improve our culture and our products. To keep our global teams connected and inspired, we provide a premium onsite experience featuring communal meals, recurring social events, and fully stocked workspaces—ensuring you have everything you need to stay focused while building the future of security.
• Total Rewards: We support our people with competitive medical, vision, and dental plans (including company-offset premiums), a 401 (k) with company match, and an unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO) policy that empowers you to take the time you need to maintain a healthy work-life balance.

Individual compensation packages are based on job-related skills, experience, qualifications, work location, training, and market conditions. In addition, Brivonians enjoy a robust benefits and perks package tailored to their work location.

About Brivo

Brivo and Eagle Eye Networks have come together to create a category-defining, cloud-first platform at the intersection of AI and the physical world. Our mission is simple and ambitious: to make physical spaces safer, smarter, and more autonomous—from single-site businesses to global enterprises.

As the unified global leaders in cloud-based access control and video surveillance, we provide a comprehensive digital foundation for the built environment. By combining Brivo’s pioneering building access platform with Eagle Eye’s AI-powered video management system (VMS), we have created a system of intelligence that protects over 600 million square feet across 90+ countries. Every door, camera, and credential in our ecosystem acts as a real-time sensor, leveraging AI to prevent incidents, improve operations, and enable entirely new workflows across sectors, including commercial real estate, retail, healthcare, education, and critical infrastructure.

With a global footprint spanning headquarters in Bethesda, Maryland, and Austin, Texas, and international offices in Amsterdam, London, Bangalore, and Tokyo, we are leveraging our open APIs and cyber-secure cloud infrastructure to reshape the future of physical security. Join us as we build the world’s most robust platform for video intelligence and smart space automation. Learn more at www.brivo.com.

Brivo is an equal employment opportunity employer and values diversity. Qualified candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, military or veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If you require reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please inform us.