Talent Acquisition Partner

Cyderes (Cyber Defense and Response) is a pure-play, full life-cycle cybersecurity services provider with award-winning managed security services, identity and access management, and professional services designed to manage the cybersecurity risks of enterprise clients.  We specialize in multi-technology, complex environments with the in speed and agility needed to tackle the most advanced cyber threats. We leverage our global scale and decades of experience to accelerate our clients’ cyber outcomes through a full lifecycle of cybersecurity services. We are a global company with operating centers in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and India.
Role SummaryCyderes is looking for a Talent Acquisition Partner to join our Talent Acquisition team and recruit for a variety of technical positions. In this role, you will support our growth in our offices but also hire globally to continue building our remote team. You will live and breathe the Cyderes values. You will also build strong and trusted relationships with candidates, hiring leaders and all other stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Niche Talent Sourcing: Develop and implement strategies to source and engage niche cybersecurity talent, including professionals in specialized areas such as penetration testing, ethical hacking, cryptography, threat hunting, and security operations.
• Candidate Pipeline Development: Build and maintain a strong pipeline of high-caliber cybersecurity professionals for current and future hiring needs, leveraging various sourcing channels, including specialized forums, conferences, and niche job boards.
• Expert-Level Screening: Conduct in-depth technical interviews to assess candidates’ expertise in cybersecurity concepts, problem-solving abilities, and hands-on experience with specialized tools and technologies.
• Client-Focused Recruiting: Partner closely with hiring managers and team leads to deeply understand the unique skill sets and qualifications needed for each cybersecurity role.
• Talent Market Intelligence: Continuously analyze the cybersecurity job market, keeping up to date with emerging skill sets, industry certifications, and the competitive landscape for cybersecurity talent.
• Building a Network: Cultivate long-term relationships with highly skilled cybersecurity professionals, including passive candidates, to ensure a continuous talent pipeline.
• Candidate Experience: Create a positive, transparent, and informative experience for candidates throughout the recruitment process, from initial contact through to offer negotiation and onboarding.
• Employer Branding & Industry Presence: Represent the company at cybersecurity events, webinars, and forums, strengthening our employer brand and engaging with potential candidates in the niche cybersecurity space.
• Collaboration: Collaborate with HR, hiring managers, and senior leadership to design and refine recruitment strategies, ensuring alignment with business objectives and talent needs.
• Diversity & Inclusion: Promote diversity within cybersecurity recruitment efforts and ensure all hiring practices are inclusive, fair, and aligned with organizational values.

Requirements

• Expert Recruiting Experience: Minimum of 5-7 years of recruiting experience, with at least 3 years focused on sourcing and hiring for niche cybersecurity roles.
• Cybersecurity Expertise: Deep knowledge of the cybersecurity industry and its specialized areas (e.g., cloud security, threat hunting, incident response, ethical hacking, penetration testing, SIEM, cryptography).
• Advanced Sourcing Techniques: Mastery of sourcing techniques such as Boolean search, social media recruitment, direct sourcing, networking, and using niche job boards and industry-specific channels to find hard-to-find candidates.
• Technical Understanding: Solid understanding of cybersecurity concepts, tools, and technologies, and the ability to effectively screen candidates for technical expertise in areas such as vulnerability management, intrusion detection, malware analysis, and secure coding.
• Strong Stakeholder Management: Proven ability to work closely with senior leadership, hiring managers, and cross-functional teams to understand complex job requirements and deliver tailored recruitment strategies.
• Exceptional Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to engage, influence, and negotiate with top-tier candidates.
• Data-Driven Approach: Experience in using ATS (Applicant Tracking Systems), CRM systems, and data-driven insights to optimize the recruitment process and track recruitment metrics.
• Networking Skills: Well-established network in the cybersecurity field and the ability to build relationships with professionals in specialized, high-demand areas.
• Diversity & Inclusion Focus: Commitment to driving diverse hiring initiatives, ensuring underrepresented groups are given equal opportunities in the recruitment process.

Cyderes is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status.
Note: This job posting is intended for direct applicants only. We request that outside recruiters do not contact us regarding this position.