[Hiring] Cyber Security and IT Recruiter @PeopleScout

Role Description

This role is responsible for identifying, attracting, and securing top-tier talent for highly specialized positions within Cyber Security and IT industry. It requires a deep understanding of the Cyber Security and IT industry landscape, including key industry players, emerging technologies, and critical skill sets. Success in this position depends on strategic networking, leveraging diverse recruitment methodologies, and building strong relationships with both candidates and hiring managers to facilitate a seamless hiring process. This role will report to the client Delivery Manager and/or Director depending on the account type.

Location: Remote

Responsibilities

• Full-cycle recruitment management for specialized technical and niche roles, overseeing the process from requisition intake to offer negotiation and onboarding.
• Development and execution of innovative sourcing strategies to engage passive candidates with specialized skill sets, utilizing industry-specific job boards, professional networks, conferences, and referrals.
• Deep industry expertise in Cyber Security and IT industry, maintaining knowledge of key companies, competitive landscape, emerging technologies, and critical skill sets while acting as a subject matter expert.
• Leverage expertise, market knowledge, and insights to build trust and strong relationships with hiring managers and candidates, ensuring a positive, professional recruitment experience.
• Collaboration with hiring managers to understand hiring needs, provide market insights, and develop tailored recruitment strategies.
• Thorough screening and assessment of candidates through technical and behavioral interviews, utilizing appropriate assessment tools.
• Offer negotiation management, ensuring competitive and attractive compensation packages.
• Accurate data management and tracking of key recruitment metrics within the Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
• Continuous market research on industry trends, competitor activities, and compensation benchmarks to refine recruitment strategies.
• Support for employer branding efforts by representing the company at industry events and online forums.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred or experience equivalent.
• At least 3+ years in full-cycle recruitment of successfully placing candidates in specialized technical or niche industry.
• Deep understanding of the Cyber Security and IT industry, including key players, technologies, and skill sets.
• Possess executive-level experience with a strong focus on executive search, including sourcing, engaging, and hiring senior leaders.
• Demonstrated ability to partner with top-level executives, understand complex business needs, and deliver high-quality talent solutions aligned with organizational goals.
• Proficiency with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), LinkedIn Recruiter, and other sourcing tools.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute effective sourcing strategies, including passive candidate sourcing.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective interaction with candidates, hiring managers, and stakeholders.
• Possess strong business acumen.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships.
• Creative and strategic problem-solving abilities to address recruitment challenges.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple requisitions simultaneously.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.

Requirements

• Salary Range: $31.59 - $44.23 per hour, depending on experience and geographic location.
• Please note that actual compensation offered may vary based on local pay requirements and will meet or exceed state-specific minimum wage or salary thresholds.

Benefits

• Employees and their eligible dependents are offered Medical/Dental/Vision insurance and short term disability, in addition to other programs.
• Up to 10 days Paid Time Off per year.