His career began at C&K Systems in 1985 and includes product development leadership at Brinks Home Security.

“Tim is one of the most trusted technical voices in the security industry,” said Justin Carlson, president, Versa Wireless. “He has spent his career building the systems and standards that define how security products get approved and deployed at scale. His decision to join Versa — and to put his reputation behind what we are building — says everything about where this company is headed.” 

Rader’s appointment comes at a pivotal moment for Versa Wireless. The company, which has spent over a decade engineering professional-grade wireless security sensors and Z-Wave 800 Long Range smart home devices, is expanding its product lineup with a new generation of wireless security sensors designed for the modern dealer channel.

“I have spent 40 years watching what works and what does not in this industry,” Rader said. “Versa has built something real here — products that are engineered right, a team that understands what dealers actually need, and a roadmap that genuinely excites me. I have ideas I am ready to bring to market, and a group of security veterans this talented to build them with. That combination does not come along often.”

As VP of products and innovation, Rader will lead Versa’s product development strategy, guide new products through certification at major security platforms and work directly with security dealers and distribution partners to expand the company’s market presence. 

Rader holds an MBA from the University of Virginia Darden School of Business.