Junior Talent Acquisition & HR Analyst

Cardinal Technology Systems•Cullen, VA

About The Position

Cardinal Technology Systems Corp. is seeking a Junior Talent Acquisition & HR Analyst to support talent acquisition and recruiting for federal government contracts, proposals, and internal staffing requirements, while assisting with HR operations as needed. The position works closely with an HR Analyst/Recruiter and includes hands-on training and guidance, with the goal of developing the skills to manage recruiting activities independently and provide administrative HR support. The successful candidate will be organized, detail-oriented, proactive, quick to learn, and able to adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced government contracting environment. Candidates must currently reside in a designated Historically Underutilized Business Zone (HUBZone) and be eligible to obtain a U.S. Government Public Trust, Secret, or Top Secret clearance. Basic federal clearance requirements listed include U.S. citizenship, a clear criminal history check, and no recent or pending bankruptcies.

Requirements

Must currently reside within a designated Historically Underutilized Business Zone (HUBZone), as defined by the U.S. Small Business Administration.
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, completed or with an expected graduation date no later than December 2026.
Entry-level experience in recruiting, Human Resources, administrative support, or a related field; relevant internships and educational experience will be considered.
Eligibility to obtain a U.S. Government Public Trust, Secret, or Top Secret clearance. Basic federal clearance requirements listed are U.S. citizenship, a clear criminal history check, and no recent or pending bankruptcies.
Ability to learn quickly, retain information, and adapt to new processes and responsibilities.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
Demonstrated initiative, problem-solving skills, and willingness to take ownership of assigned responsibilities.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive employee and candidate information.

Nice To Haves

Experience or interest in recruiting for technical, IT, cybersecurity, engineering, or other professional positions.
Familiarity with candidate sourcing, job boards, LinkedIn, or applicant tracking systems.
Exposure to federal government contracting or proposal recruiting.
Basic knowledge of HR functions, including onboarding, benefits, payroll, and employee records.
Interest in professional development within Talent Acquisition and Human Resources, including future SHRM certification.

Responsibilities

Source, identify, and screen candidates for technical and professional roles supporting federal contracts, proposals, and staffing initiatives.
Review job descriptions and candidate qualifications to identify potential matches for position requirements.
Support proposal recruiting by conducting candidate outreach, collecting resumes and Letters of Commitment (LOCs), and confirming candidate availability.
Post job openings, review applications, conduct initial candidate screenings, and coordinate interviews.
Build and maintain candidate pipelines, applicant tracking systems (ATS), and accurate recruiting documentation.
Communicate with candidates and internal teams to support timely follow-ups and recruiting and proposal deadlines.
Gradually take greater ownership of recruiting assignments as knowledge and experience develop.
Assist with employee onboarding, offboarding, personnel records, and HR documentation.
Support employee training coordination, certification tracking, and compliance-related administrative tasks.
Assist with benefits, payroll coordination, employee communications, and general HR inquiries as needed.
Maintain confidential employee information and support routine HR operations during team absences.