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Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon emissions, and operate with the precision and resilience required in rapidly expanding industries such as data centers, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, and higher education.
For more than 140 years, Johnson Controls has delivered performance where it really matters. Backed by advanced technology, lifecycle services and an industry-leading field organization, we elevate customer performance, turn goals into real-world results and help move society forward.
Security Account ExecutiveAt Johnson Controls, you will help customers protect people, places, and assets through Johnson Controls Security services and technology. In this role, you will represent the Johnson Controls Security brand in your territory, build trusted customer relationships, and drive profitable growth through new business, account expansion, and long-term retention.
Role OverviewThe Commercial Account Executive is responsible for promoting and selling Johnson Controls Security services and technology within an assigned territory. You will develop new commercial business, expand opportunities within existing accounts, and support customer retention through follow-up, renewals, and a strong understanding of our product and service offering. Success in this role requires a consultative sales approach, strong territory management, and the ability to clearly communicate the value of Johnson Controls Security solutions.
Key Responsibilities- Promote and sell Johnson Controls Security services and technology within an assigned territory.
- Create new market share by selling to new local commercial customers.
- Expand existing accounts by selling additional products and services.
- Sell add-ons, amendments, and conversions to align customer systems with expectations.
- Renew existing customer agreements and support resale opportunities.
- Identify prospects using creative lead-generation techniques and maintain productive relationships with customers.
- Establish call plans, follow-up strategies, and effective territory management practices.
- Obtain referrals and work with Centers of Influence to build pipeline opportunities.
- Process work orders and complete required paperwork in accordance with approved procedures.
- Conduct post-installation follow-up to confirm commitments were met and customer satisfaction remains strong.
- Adhere to Johnson Controls Security policies, procedures, products, programs, and services with care and consistency.
- Own your results by managing your territory with accountability, accuracy, and attention to customer needs.
- Stay close to the work by understanding local market opportunities, customer priorities, and the issues that influence buying decisions.
- Use disciplined call planning, timely follow-up, and strong time management to move opportunities forward.
- Build trust through clear communication, thoughtful presentations, and a consultative approach with both customers and internal partners.
- Improve every day by staying current on the full product and service portfolio through training, reading, and research.
- Work collaboratively with customers, Centers of Influence, and Johnson Controls Security teams to remove obstacles and support successful outcomes.
- Complete documentation, work orders, and post-installation follow-ups thoroughly to reinforce satisfaction and retention.
- High school degree or equivalent.
- Excellent oral, written, and presentation skills.
- Ability to present to senior-level executives within customer and Johnson Controls Security organizations.
- Ability to work a full-time schedule.
- Availability for local travel.
- Minimum of 2 years of successful commercial sales experience in the security, IT, or other technology sales industry, demonstrated by a consistent ability to meet and exceed quota.
- College degree.
- Experience developing new commercial accounts in a territory-based sales environment.
- Strong background in renewals, account expansion, and customer retention.
- Competitive salary.
- Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time, including 15 days of vacation in your first year.
- Comprehensive benefits package including 401K, medical, dental, and vision care - available day one.
- Extensive product and on-the-job/cross-training opportunities with outstanding resources.
- Encouraging and collaborative team environment.
- Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy.
If you are ready to grow your sales career and make an impact with Johnson Controls Security, we invite you to apply.
HIRING SALARY RANGE: $50,000-$70,000 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.) This role offers a competitive Bonus plan that will take into account individual, group, and corporate performance. This position includes a competitive benefits package. The posted salary range reflects the target compensation for this role. However, we recognize that exceptional candidates may bring unique skills and experiences that exceed the typical profile. If you believe your background warrants consideration beyond the stated range, we encourage you to apply. To support an efficient and fair hiring process, we may use technology assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to help identify and evaluate candidates. All hiring decisions are ultimately made by human reviewers. For details, please visit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site at https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-us.
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Skills Required
- High school degree or equivalent
- Excellent oral, written, and presentation skills
- Ability to present to senior-level executives within customer and Johnson Controls Security organizations
- Ability to work a full-time schedule
- Availability for local travel
- At least 2 years of successful commercial sales experience in the security, IT, or technology sales industry, with consistent quota attainment
- College degree
- Experience developing new commercial accounts in a territory-based sales environment
- Strong background in renewals, account expansion, and customer retention
Johnson Controls Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Johnson Controls and has not been reviewed or approved by Johnson Controls.
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Retirement Support — Retirement support is positioned as a meaningful part of the package through employer 401(k) matching, repeatedly framed as a strong pillar of the overall rewards mix. The matching contribution is described with specific match levels in multiple places, reinforcing perceived value for long-term saving.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off is presented as comparatively robust, with multiple paid holiday categories, vacation time, and sick time described as generous or “amazing” in places. Paid time off breadth appears to be a consistent contributor to total rewards attractiveness beyond base pay.
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Flexible Benefits — Benefits are described as broad and customizable, spanning standard medical/dental/vision plus optional add-ons like pet insurance, identity protection, and legal support. Tuition reimbursement is repeatedly highlighted as a high-value option supporting professional development.
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At Johnson Controls, we transform the environments where people live, work, learn and play. From optimizing building performance to improving safety and enhancing comfort, we drive the outcomes that matter most. Dedicated to protecting the environment, we deliver our promise in industries such as healthcare, education, data centers and manufacturing. With a global team of 100,000 experts in more than 150 countries and over 130 years of innovation, we are the power behind our customers’ mission. Our leading portfolio of building technology and solutions includes some of the most trusted names in the industry, such as Tyco®, York®, Metasys®, Ruskin®, Titus®, Frick®, Penn®, Sabroe®, Simplex®, Ansul® and Grinnell®.








