Head of People
About The Position
About Knox Knox runs the largest Federal managed cloud, building and operating secure cloud and AI environments that support the U.S. government’s most critical missions — from national security and public safety to essential public services. Our customers rely on Knox to deploy production systems that meet the highest standards for security, reliability, and compliance. Work at Knox is high-impact and purpose-driven. The problems we solve are high-stakes, the expectations are high, and the results are visible. Speed, rigor, and trust matter here - because the environments we secure cannot fail. Your contributions are visible, your expertise is relied upon, and the impact of your work is immediate and measurable. We operate at federal scale, securing some of the most sensitive government environments in the country - because the systems we build must perform without fail. The Role Knox Systems is a rapidly growing FedRAMP-as-a-Service startup that exceeded revenue targets by 50% this year and is positioned for aggressive expansion. We're building a high-performing team where talent density drives success, and we need an exceptional People leader to scale our organization thoughtfully and strategically. As Head of People, you'll build and lead the people function for a fast-growing startup, balancing operational excellence with strategic workforce planning. You'll be a key partner to leadership as we scale from our current size to meet ambitious growth targets while maintaining our culture of high performance and accountability.
Requirements
- 5+ years of progressive HR experience with at least 3 years leading an HR function or team
- Deep knowledge of employment law and HR compliance practices
- Proven experience designing compensation structures and performance management systems
- Track record implementing HRIS and payroll systems from selection through optimization
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels
- Strategic mindset with strong execution capabilities—you can build the plane while flying it
Nice To Haves
- PHR/SPHR or SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP certification
- Startup or high-growth company experience
- Experience in technology or regulated industries
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute a comprehensive people strategy aligned with our aggressive growth plans
- Design and implement compensation frameworks that is competitive to attract and retain top talent in a competitive market
- Partner with department leaders on workforce planning and organizational design
- Build HR infrastructure and systems to support scalable operations
- Lead day-to-day HR operations across all departments, ensuring compliance with federal and state employment laws
- Implement and optimize HRIS and payroll platforms to streamline people operations
- Oversee full-cycle recruitment, onboarding, and offboarding processes
- Administer employee benefits programs (health insurance, 401(k), leave) with accuracy and clear communication
- Maintain HR compliance across EEO, FMLA, ADA, I-9, and other regulations
- Serve as a trusted advisor on performance management, employee relations, and conflict resolution
- Design and deliver training and development programs, including leadership coaching
- Foster a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement
- Track and report on key HR metrics (turnover, headcount, retention) to drive data-informed decisions
- Maintain and evolve HR policies, procedures, and the employee handbook
Benefits
- Knox offers a competitive employee benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability, unlimited PEO, and an employee funded 401k plan. Please note, benefits are subject to change.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
