Junior Recruiter

Link Solutions, Inc.•McLean, VA

3d•$55,000 - $65,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Link Solutions Inc. is seeking a Junior Recruiter to join our growing Human Resources team in McLean, VA. This is a full-time hybrid position requiring weekly on-site attendance in McLean, VA every Wednesday. The Junior Recruiter will support the full recruitment lifecycle for Information Technology, Cybersecurity, and corporate positions supporting federal government contracts and business operations. This role involves proactively sourcing, screening, and engaging qualified candidates using various recruiting tools, and partnering closely with hiring managers. The ideal candidate possesses strong sourcing skills, experience with applicant tracking systems, and a foundational understanding of technical talent in areas like Cybersecurity, Cloud, AI, Data Analytics, Enterprise IT, and Application Development. This is a career-building opportunity within federal government contracting, focused on building talent pipelines for Link Solutions' current and future needs.

Requirements

U.S. Citizen.
Two (2) or more years of experience in recruiting, talent acquisition, or staffing, including sourcing and screening candidates for Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or other technical positions.
Experience sourcing candidates through LinkedIn Recruiter and other recruiting platforms.
Familiarity with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS); experience with SmartRecruiters is highly preferred.
Foundational knowledge of Information Technology and Cybersecurity recruiting concepts, technologies, and skill sets.
Ability to review resumes and assess candidate qualifications against technical job requirements.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple requisitions and competing priorities simultaneously.
Demonstrated professional demeanor, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to interact effectively with customers, leadership, hiring managers, and team members in a mission-focused environment.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with strong attention to detail and a proven ability to follow through on tasks and commitments.
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with hiring managers, recruiters, and Human Resources personnel.
Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications.
Background Check Required: Applicants selected for employment will be required to successfully complete a background investigation.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Communications, or a related field.
Experience recruiting within the Federal Government contracting (GovCon) environment.
Experience supporting positions requiring security clearances.
Foundational knowledge of Information Technology and Cybersecurity disciplines, including Artificial Intelligence (AI), Data Analytics, Cybersecurity, Cloud Modernization, Enterprise IT Operations, Application Development, Systems Integration, and emerging technology solutions.
Experience supporting proposal recruiting, capture efforts, and business development initiatives.
Experience using LinkedIn Recruiter, SmartRecruiters, or similar Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) is highly desired.

Responsibilities

Support full-cycle recruiting activities from requisition intake through onboarding.
Source qualified candidates using LinkedIn Recruiter, SmartRecruiters, job boards, professional networks, referrals, and other sourcing tools.
Identify and engage candidates for Information Technology, Cybersecurity, and other technical positions supporting Federal Government contracts.
Conduct resume reviews and candidate screenings to evaluate qualifications, technical experience, certifications, and alignment with position requirements.
Schedule and coordinate interviews with hiring managers and stakeholders.
Prepare candidate profiles and resumes for presentation to hiring managers and clients.
Maintain accurate candidate records and recruiting activity within SmartRecruiters and other recruitment systems.
Support proposal and business development recruiting efforts when required.
Coordinate with Human Resources regarding offer letters, onboarding activities, and new hire orientation.
Coordinate with security personnel regarding clearance requirements and candidate processing.
Assist with employee referral program initiatives.
Represent Link Solutions at career fairs, networking events, and recruiting activities.
Utilize social media and digital recruiting strategies to enhance employer branding and attract qualified candidates.
Assist in building and maintaining talent pipelines for current and future hiring needs.
Develop and maintain professional relationships with hiring managers, candidates, universities, professional organizations, and recruiting partners.