IT Recruitment Consultant - Cybersecurity

Placements24; Queenstown; Remote; NZD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Commission-based earnings

Remote-first role

Professional development

Medical aid and retirement planning

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive IT Recruitment Consultant specializing in Cybersecurity to join a remote-first team. You will source and place cybersecurity professionals, from analysts to architects, for a variety of clients, managing the full recruitment lifecycle from requirements to onboarding.

The role emphasizes sourcing expertise, strong communication, and the ability to work independently in a remote setting, with opportunities for professional development and a performance-based

Qualifications

• Proven IT recruitment experience with a focus on cybersecurity roles.
• Strong ability to source niche cybersecurity professionals across platforms.
• Solid understanding of cybersecurity concepts, technologies (e.g., SIEM, firewalls), and relevant certifications.

Responsibilities

• Partner with clients to define cybersecurity talent needs.
• Proactively source niche cybersecurity professionals using advanced search techniques.
• Screen candidates through technical interviews assessing security expertise.

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a highly specialized recruitment consultancy, is seeking a proactive IT Recruitment Consultant with expertise in Cybersecurity to join their remote-first team. This role is crucial for sourcing and placing top-tier cybersecurity professionals, including security analysts, engineers, architects, and ethical hackers, for a diverse range of clients. The position is fully remote, offering you the flexibility to work from anywhere while making a significant impact in a high-demand field. You will manage the entire recruitment process, from understanding intricate technical requirements to engaging highly specialized talent. This is an excellent opportunity for a recruiter passionate about technology and its critical role in business security. Become an integral part of a forward-thinking organization dedicated to connecting talent with opportunity.

Key Responsibilities

• Partnering with clients to define and understand their specific cybersecurity talent needs.
• Proactively sourcing niche cybersecurity professionals using advanced search techniques across various platforms.
• Screening candidates through in-depth technical interviews and assessing their security expertise.
• Building and maintaining a robust talent pipeline of cybersecurity specialists.
• Managing the end-to-end recruitment process, including offer negotiation and onboarding support.
• Staying abreast of the latest cybersecurity threats, technologies, and industry trends.
• Ensuring compliance with data privacy regulations and ethical recruitment practices.
• Achieving and exceeding placement targets for cybersecurity roles.
• Providing a high-touch candidate and client experience throughout the recruitment lifecycle.
• Utilizing and optimizing Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and other recruitment tools.

Requirements

Proven experience in IT recruitment, with a strong focus on Cybersecurity roles.
Demonstrated success in sourcing and placing niche technical talent in areas such as threat intelligence, incident response, and security operations.
Solid understanding of cybersecurity concepts, technologies (e.g., SIEM, IDS/IPS, firewalls), and certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM).
Excellent communication, interviewing, and negotiation skills.
Ability to work independently and manage a remote workload effectively.
Proficiency with recruitment tools, including ATS and specialized IT/Cybersecurity sourcing platforms.
A results-driven mindset with a strong work ethic and commitment to achieving targets.
A relevant degree or technical certification in IT or Cybersecurity is advantageous.
Adaptability and a proactive approach to navigating the fast-paced cybersecurity talent market.
Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary with an attractive, performance-driven commission structure.
• As a fully remote position, you will benefit from exceptional flexibility and work-life balance.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development and training are provided, including access to cybersecurity-focused conferences and resources.
• Join a supportive and collaborative team environment that champions innovation.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical aid and retirement planning.
• This role offers a unique opportunity to specialize in a critical and rapidly growing field of IT recruitment.