Sr. Recruiter - Contractor

Who We Are:

Want to be part of a company that empowers you to innovate and implement your powerful ideas as you help shape the future of cybersecurity? Since 2012, CRITICALSTART has assisted in safeguarding numerous businesses from cyberattacks, preparing them for upcoming threats, and earning a plethora of awards along the way.

We thrive on innovation, devoid of bureaucracy. CRITICALSTART pioneered the first MOBILESOC app for on-the-go threat detection and response, devised a method to automatically resolve the majority of security alerts, and introduced services that reduce alert investigation time by 99.3% (our analysts truly appreciate us for that).

Everything we do revolves around our three core principles:

Do what’s best for our customers.

Do what’s best for our employees.

Don’t do things that suck.

That's basically it.

If you'd prefer to hear from our Critical Crew, watch this video to learn about their perspectives. Look at our Glassdoor reviews for another internal viewpoint (Pssst...want to grab our attention when you submit your resume? Include something about our Glassdoor reviews that resonated with you).

What can we offer you?

• Daily opportunities to make a difference. Whether it's protecting our customers from attacks and breaches or contributing to the greater good.
• An abundance of intelligent, talented, high-performing individuals to collaborate with. We value accountability, support each other's growth, and genuinely enjoy what we do.
• An approach of continuous improvement to revolutionize our industry and surpass mediocrity. While many cybersecurity companies hire competent individuals, we believe in striving for excellence. Don't you believe you're capable of more than just being good?
• Constant learning, unlocking innovative ideas, and a nurturing, cooperative environment.
• Extensive industry recognition. We receive so much acclaim that it's nearly overwhelming. Almost.
• Our teammate put it best: "Every day presents new challenges and ample opportunities for professional growth... Your contributions directly impact the company's overarching purpose, and the sense of belonging and culture are unparalleled.

We are seeking an experienced Sr. Recruiter (Independent Contract) to join our team remotely on a 6-month 1099 hourly contract basis, with an expectations of 40 hours per week. In this role, you will focus on identifying and hiring top talent in technical, customer success, and sales domains. As a vital part of our recruitment team, you will work remotely and report to the Manager, Talent Acquisition. Your expertise in proactively sourcing and recruiting exceptional candidates will significantly contribute to the success of our hiring efforts.

• Proactive Sourcing: Leverage LinkedIn Recruiter, referrals, and other sourcing/recruiting tools to build a robust pipeline of highly qualified candidates for technical and sales roles. 

• Full-Cycle Recruiting: Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and coordinating offers for candidates. 

• Talent Strategy: Collaborate with hiring managers to understand job requirements and align on recruiting strategies. 

• Applicant Tracking: Use iCIMS to track and manage candidate pipelines effectively. 

• Candidate Engagement: Ensure a seamless candidate experience by maintaining regular communication, providing timely feedback, and fostering relationships with top talent. 

• Market Insights: Provide data-driven updates on sourcing efforts, market trends, and hiring progress to the Manager. 

• Productivity: Use Gen AI tools to increase work productivity. 

Required Qualifications:

• Experience: 5+ years in technical or sales recruiting. 
• Skills: Proficiency with LinkedIn Recruiter is required
• ATS Experience: Proven experience utilizing Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) to manage candidate pipelines, track recruitment metrics, and streamline the hiring process. Familiarity with common ATS platforms and ability to quickly adapt to new systems is essential.
• Proactive Recruiting: Proven track record of success in sourcing and engaging passive candidates. 
• Independence: Ability to work autonomously in a fast-paced, fully remote environment. 
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to collaborate effectively with stakeholders and candidates. 
• Contract Flexibility: Must be available to work 40 hrs./week on a 1099 hourly basis for the duration of a 6-month contract. 

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience recruiting for technical or sales roles in the cybersecurity industry.
• ATS experience with iCIMS is highly preferred. 
• Productivity using LLMs: Experience using Gen AI tools (i.e. ChatGPT, Claude, Microsoft CoPilot, etc.).  

Imagine a dynamic, enjoyable, and rewarding work environment. We are professionals, and the work we do holds immense significance, like saving our customers from potential disasters. However, we believe in not taking ourselves too seriously. 

Prefer a casual dress code every day? No problem, as we find comfort enhances our thinking. 

Our workplace in Plano, TX offers open offices, collaborative meeting spaces, phone rooms, and wellness rooms. In the breakroom, friendly competition arises with games like ping-pong, bubble hockey machine, foosball, or the gaming machine. What harm does a little healthy competition among friends do? 

What does our Compensation and Benefits package entail? 

• Competitive salary with bonus potential 
• 100% employee coverage for healthcare/50% coverage for dependents 
• Unlimited PTO (Paid Time Off) policy 
• Paid Parental and Military Leave 
• Dental and Vision Plan 
• Employer-provided Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability, and Short-Term Disability coverage 
• Additional Voluntary Life Insurance coverage 
• 401(k) Plan with Matching Program 
• Mines Employee Assistance Program 
• Monthly Wellness Initiatives 
• Optional Pet Benefits Discount Plan 
• And a new Tesla... just kidding! Kudos for making it to the end.

We prioritize your privacy and security. Please note that Critical Start will never request financial information or sensitive personal data during the interview process. If you encounter any suspicious requests, do not respond and contact us directly at recruiting@criticalstart.com. Thank you for helping us maintain a safe and trustworthy hiring experience.

Critical Start welcomes people from all backgrounds and walks of life. One of our core values is to “Do what’s best for our employees,” and that starts with the hiring process by finding the best candidates and providing an environment that upholds equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants, strictly prohibiting any form of discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. 

This policy encompasses all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. 

Mental and Physical Requirements 

It's important to note that specific physical and mental requirements may vary depending on the nature of the office job, organization, and individual responsibilities. 

Physical:  

• Stationary position for extended periods of time. 
• Constantly operate a computer.  
• Occasionally you may be required to move equipment or other items up to 20 lbs. 
• The ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations. 

Mental:  

• Must be able to apply established protocols in a timely manner. 
• Make timely decisions in the context of workflow. 
• Ability to complete tasks and perform in situations requiring speed deadlines, or productivity quota. 
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently in high stress situations. 
• Ability to simultaneously address multiple complex problems. 

For positions that can or will be performed, in whole or in part, remotely within the U.S., range and benefits information for this position are being included in accordance with requirements of various state/local pay transparency legislation. Please note that salaries may vary for different individuals in the same role based on several factors, including but not limited to location of the role, individual competencies, education/professional certifications, experience, performance in the role and potential for revenue generation (sales roles only).

Compensation:

The total compensation range (hourly) being offered for this role is [$45.00/hr - $60.00/hr USD], depending on experience.

Additional Compensation:

This role is not eligible for additional or other forms of compensation.

Employment Benefits:

This role is not eligible for benefits. 

Application Deadline:

The application deadline for this position is January 31, 2025.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates are invited to visit our career site and apply for the position: https://www.criticalstart.com/careers/

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