Technical Recruiter, Federal Programs

Fortress Information Security•Orlando, FL

4h•$97,000 - $120,000•Remote

About The Position

The Technical Recruiter, Federal Programs owns full-lifecycle recruiting for Fortress Government Solutions (FGS), delivering cleared and clearable technical talent for Department of Defense and federal civilian programs. Reporting to the VP, Human and AI Optimization, the Recruiter partners with delivery executives, Program Managers, and hiring managers to forecast demand, build proactive pipelines ahead of contract awards, and fill human capital positions on time and within requirements. The role runs a structured, competency-based hiring process that complies with federal contractor obligations and uses AI-enabled sourcing and workflow tools to improve the speed and quality of hiring. The Recruiter contributes directly to FGS delivery capacity and mission readiness.

Requirements

At least 3 years of recruiting experience, including at least 1 year recruiting cleared talent for federal or DoD contractors.
Strong understanding of the military and intelligence community environment, security clearance levels and processes, and DoD technical certification requirements.
Demonstrated ability to manage high-volume outreach, handle candidate objections, and maintain precise records.
Working knowledge of labor categories and staffing requirements.
Proficiency with applicant tracking systems and Boolean and X-ray sourcing techniques.
Understanding of OFCCP and federal contractor hiring compliance requirements.
Ability to operate effectively in a fluid environment with shifting, contract-driven priorities.
U.S. citizenship required.
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field, or equivalent professional work experience required.

Nice To Haves

Active Secret clearance or ability to attain one.
Experience recruiting cybersecurity and critical infrastructure talent.
Familiarity with DoD 8140/8570, CMMC, and NIST-aligned roles.
Experience supporting proposal staffing and contingent hiring for pending contract awards.
Hands-on experience with AI-assisted sourcing or recruiting automation tools.
Experience with military, veteran, or DoD SkillBridge talent networks.
SHRM-CP, PHR, AIRS, or similar recruiting or HR certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Own full-cycle recruiting for FGS roles, from sourcing and screening through assessment, interviews, offers, and start dates, including Technical Account Managers, cybersecurity analysts, and engineers supporting DoD and other federal programs.
Lead intake meetings with hiring managers to define requirements, success criteria, clearance needs, labor category alignment, and timelines before requisitions open.
Develop and execute sourcing strategies using ClearanceJobs, LinkedIn Recruiter, employee referrals, veteran and military transition networks, and direct outreach to build pipelines of active and passive cleared candidates.
Partner with Program Managers and delivery executives on staffing plans, key personnel, contingent hires, and proposal resumes; share referral leads and contract-market insights with Leadership within ethics and procurement integrity standards.
Conduct structured phone and video screens using competency frameworks; coordinate assessments and structured hiring manager panels; validate qualifications against contract labor category requirements, including education, experience, and certifications such as DoD 8140/8570.
Partner with the Facility Security Officer to verify clearance eligibility, status, and reciprocity, and complete reference checks and pre-employment verification within onboarding timelines.
Manage offers and negotiations, maintain proactive candidate communication and timely feedback, and keep audit-ready applicant tracking system records, including OFCCP, VEVRAA, and Section 503 applicant flow and outreach documentation.
Track and report pipeline coverage, source effectiveness, and offer acceptance; use data, market intelligence, and AI-enabled automation within Fortress AI governance standards to advise hiring managers, surface risks, and scale recruiting operations.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision plans, with employees covered up to 90% and options for dependents and families.
Company-paid life, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance.
Employee Assistance Program.
401(k) match.
Flexible Paid Time Off.
Parental Leave.
Professional growth opportunities through succession planning, up-skilling, and certifications.
Tuition and certification reimbursement.
Employee Referral Programs.
Company-sponsored events.
Remote and hybrid working environment.
Competitive pay structure.