Head of Recruiting

iCOUNTER • Dallas, TX

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About The Position

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.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

• 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

Responsibilities

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed