Talent Acquisition Specialist

Vertical Scope Group

Canberra

On-site

AUD 80,000 - 100,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Paid attendance at industry events

Upskilling and training with RTO partners

Birthday leave

Generous Defence leave

Job summary

A leading consultancy in ICT and Cyber is looking for a Talent Acquisition Specialist to connect exceptional talent with security-cleared opportunities across critical domains. The successful candidate will manage candidate pipelines, promote engaging job ads, and provide advice to clients and candidates. This role requires 2-5 years of recruitment experience, excellent communication skills, and adaptability to fast-paced environments. Join a purpose-driven team contributing to Australia's national security and capability.

Qualifications

2–5 years of experience in Recruitment or Talent Acquisition.
Interest or experience in Defence, ICT, Cyber, or Engineering.
Positive, proactive attitude and ability to work on-site in Canberra or Melbourne.

Responsibilities

Source and headhunt cleared professionals via LinkedIn and niche networks.
Write and promote engaging job ads.
Screen, interview, and assess candidates in line with Australian Standards.
Manage candidate pipelines and maintain CRM/ATS data integrity.

Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Strong organisation

Problem solving

Resilience under pressure

Job description

Vertical Scope Group Consultant - Expert, trusted, reputable in #ICT and #Cyber

Join a Mission That Matters

At Vertical Scope Group (VSG), we’re not just talent acquisition — we’re enablers of Australia’s sovereign defence capability.

As a 100% Australian‑owned and operated consultancy with the highest level of government defence membership, we’ve built a reputation as a trusted partner delivering impactful ICT and Cyber solutions to the nation’s most critical programs.

As we continue our growth across Defence and Federal Government programs, we’re searching for mission‑driven Talent Acquisition Specialists — someone who wants their work to contribute to Australia’s national security and capability.

The Role

As a Talent Acquisition Specialist, you’ll be at the forefront of connecting exceptional talent with meaningful, security‑cleared opportunities across ICT, Cyber, and National Security domains.

Key responsibilities include:

Source and headhunt cleared professionals via LinkedIn and niche networks
Write and promote engaging job ads
Screen, interview, and assess candidates in line with Australian Standards
Manage candidate pipelines and maintain CRM/ATS data integrity
Prepare candidate packs and conduct reference checks
Provide trusted advice to both candidates and clients
Drive growth across our Professional Services and Recruitment divisions
Work toward learning new skills such as tender writing, responding to government requirements, pricing and contract negotiations.

About You

You’re more than talent acquisition— you’re a connector, problem solver, and purpose‑driven professional who thrives in fast‑paced environments.

Required experience and attributes:

2–5 years of experience in Recruitment or Talent Acquisition
Interest or experience in Defence, ICT, Cyber, or Engineering
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong organisation, initiative, and follow‑through
A positive, proactive attitude and resilience under pressure
Ability to work on‑site in Canberra or Melbourne

About Vertical Scope Group

Vertical Scope Group is an award‑winning, security‑cleared ICT and Cyber specialist with over a decade of experience delivering end‑to‑end consulting, professional services, and recruitment solutions to the Commonwealth and industry.

We’re proud to support multiple national frameworks, including:

ICT Provider Arrangement (ICTPA)
Defence Science & Technology Group (DSTG)
NSW TAS SCN0012
BuyICT and People Panel (APS1 – SES Band 3, and Board Placements)

Our work helps shape and sustain the sovereign workforce that underpins Australia’s security, capability, and competitiveness.

Why Join VSG?

This isn’t a typical talent acquisition role. At VSG, you’ll have the purpose, platform, and autonomy to make a real impact.

Exposure to VSG initiatives such as:

WorkPath Australia – Accelerate Your Growth & Impact

Our award‑winning employment and capability program fast‑tracks careers and outcomes by:

Building inclusive, skills‑based pathways into priority industries (Defence, APS, national security, cyber).
Backing you with structured development, paid certifications (via RTO partners), and hands‑on exposure to mission‑critical projects.
Recognised nationally (Prime Minister’s Veteran Employment Award) for excellence in supporting veteran and partner employment — a proven model you’ll help scale for candidates and clients alike.

Australian Cyber Civilian Reserve – Train, Exercise, Serve

Be part of a nationally significant initiative to mobilise vetted civilian cyber talent that complements government efforts (including the ADF Cyber Reserve). You’ll help:

Source and develop cleared cyber professionals for preparedness and surge support.
Enable participation in national & international exercises (e.g., Locked Shields, ADF Cyber Skills Challenge), plus live‑fire and digital‑twin simulations led by industry experts.
Strengthen readiness for incident response, supply‑chain protection, and critical infrastructure resilience — the capabilities our clients rely on when it matters most.

Be Empowered: We are a multi‑award‑winning organisation, recognised for our deep commitment to excellence in service, social purpose, and diversity: