Head of Recruiting

iCOUNTER is seeking an experienced Head of Recruiting to build and lead our talent acquisition function. As our first dedicated in-house recruiter, you will establish our TA strategy, define our processes, and directly source candidates across the full breadth of our business - from sales and operations to threat intelligence and engineering. We see talent acquisition as a core differentiator and a cornerstone of our growth, and we are looking for someone who shares that conviction.

Responsibilities/Tasks

• Own the full talent acquisition lifecycle from intake to close, continuously improving for speed and quality

• Build and own the TA infrastructure—including the ATS, sourcing tools, job templates, and process documentation—establishing what good looks like for iCOUNTER

• Source candidates proactively through targeted outbound strategies, building pipelines before roles become urgent

• Partner with hiring managers on role scoping, interview process design, and evaluation criteria for each open position

• Own the candidate experience end-to-end, from first outreach through offer acceptance and pre-boarding

• Shape iCOUNTER’s employer brand externally and internally, ensuring every candidate interaction reflects who we are

• Track, analyze, and report on key recruiting metrics to drive continuous improvement

• As the team grows, transition into a player/coach capacity—mentoring junior recruiters and setting standards while staying hands-on with sourcing

Work Activities

• Run intake meetings to define role requirements, target candidate profiles, hiring timelines, and interview panel composition

• Build and run sourcing campaigns across LinkedIn, job boards, professional networks, and cybersecurity-specific communities

• Screen and evaluate candidates through interviews and assessments, presenting well-qualified shortlists to hiring teams

• Manage candidate communications and feedback loops, ensuring timely and professional engagement throughout the hiring process

• Maintain and optimize the ATS and recruiting tech stack, ensuring data integrity and process efficiency

• Coordinate offer preparation, extend offers, and guide candidates through to accepted start dates

Required Skills

• Strong instinct for identifying strong candidates across diverse functions and seniority levels

• Strong relationship-building skills, able to earn trust with candidates and hiring managers equally

• Able to think strategically about talent pipelines while staying close to the details of each search

• Highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple open roles and all associated communications without dropping the ball

• Clear and direct communicator, both in writing and in conversation

• Comfortable working independently in an ambiguous, fast-moving environment and able to create structure where none exists

• Continuous improvement mindset with strong process thinking and a clear perspective on what “great recruiting” looks like

Preferred Skills

• Experience in both in-house and agency recruiting roles

• Prior talent acquisition team or department leadership experience

• Understanding of and experience recruiting in the Cyber Threat Intelligence field

• Hands-on experience configuring, improving, or implementing a TA tech stack (ATS, sourcing tools, HRIS integrations)

• Experience building a talent acquisition team from scratch within a high-growth company

Qualifications

• 7+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience with a track record of closing strong candidates across a range of functions and levels

• Meaningful recruiting experience in cybersecurity, with an existing network across relevant roles (consultants, engineers, sales, threat intelligence)

• Proven experience building or significantly improving recruiting functions and processes, with a strong perspective on best practices

• Demonstrated success engaging passive candidates through outbound outreach and relationship-building over time

• Strong understanding of technical roles and the ability to assess candidate qualifications across both technical and non-technical functions

• Demonstrated ability to influence and collaborate effectively with senior leadership and executive stakeholders

Behaviors/Values

We have created a fantastic corporate culture – our values drive our behaviors. Here are the expectations:

• Passion for cybersecurity and a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of security.

• Eagerness to learn and stay current with evolving cybersecurity trends.

• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure.

• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure.

• Passion for cybersecurity and a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of security.

• Integrity is paramount; honesty is a core value at iCOUNTER