The Talent Acquisition Specialist’s primary responsibility is to support the organization’s hiring processes.  As a main point of contact for candidates and hiring managers, the Talent Acquisition Specialist (TA Specialist) will help CIS obtain top talent through an inclusive and efficient hiring process, while maintaining a positive candidate experience.

The Center for Internet Security (CIS) makes the connected world a safer place for people, businesses, and governments through our core competencies of collaboration and innovation. We are a community-driven nonprofit responsible for industry leading best practices for securing IT systems and data. We lead a global community of IT professionals to continuously evolve these standards and provide products and services to proactively safeguard against emerging threats.

• Base salary is determined on a number of factors including, but not limited to, education, experience and skills
• Health (PPO, EPO, HSA), Dental & Vision Insurance eligibility starting from the first day of hire
• $500 wellness card for Health Coverage Participants
• 401(k) with 4% Company Match, vested from the first day of hire
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) & Dependent Care Account (DCA)
• Life Insurance
• Bonding Leave
• Paid Volunteering Program
• Bonus eligibility
• Paid Time Off (PTO) inclusive of vacation, personal and sick time
• Paid Holidays
• Wellness Program
• Employee Engagement Activities
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan PayDown Program
• Employee Referral program
• Employee Assistance Program

• Perform full cycle recruiting, acting as the primary recruiter for a subset of open roles, including reviewing resumes, screening candidates, and working with hiring managers to track and advance the hiring process
• Maximize the candidate experience by identifying ways to improve process efficiency and effectiveness, sharing ideas with the TA team
• Work closely with hiring managers to determine talent needs and support the recruitment process, with a focus on prompt action and reducing delays in the process 
• Advise managers on CIS’s hiring process and best practices, identifying potential improvements with the hiring manager or TA team 
• Track candidates throughout hiring process, focusing on frequent touchpoints and a positive experience for candidates 
• Continuously build a robust pipeline of talent, including direct sourcing of candidates, and participating in hiring events 
• Address challenging roles, delays, and potential issues/risks to the TA team for additional support and awareness
• Assist Human Resources teammates with various programs and projects as needed
• Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Technology, or related field*
• 3+ years’ experience in a recruitment position acting as the primary recruiter for open positions
• 2+ years in Customer Service, Sales, or related work
• Experience using an Applicant Tracking System, Kanban, or Project Management tools
• Demonstrated experience sourcing candidates through various channels (e.g. social media, LinkedIn, job boards, etc. 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and direct experience interviewing candidates 
• Must be authorized to work in the United States

It's a Plus if you have:

• Experience working in an agile environment 
• Experience with Technology, SaaS, or Cybersecurity recruitment 
• Corporate/In-house recruitment experience

*Additional years of relevant experience or a combination of an Associate’s degree or equivalent and relevant experience may be substituted for the Bachelor’s degree.

At CIS, we are committed to providing an inclusive environment in which the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and views of our employees, members, and customers are valued and respected. It is through this commitment that we are able to work together towards our common mission: to make the connected world a safer place.