Director of Human Resources

ALLIANT CYBERSECURITY; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) match

PTO

Life & Disability

Onsite gym

Paid parking

Job summary

Alliantgroup, LP is seeking a Director of Human Resources in Houston to oversee day-to-day HR operations, including talent acquisition, employee relations, and performance management. This role advises leaders, supports development, and drives engagement to strengthen culture.

You will lead a high-performing HR team in a fast-paced consultancy environment, partnering with legal and leadership to craft compliant, people-first programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field.
• PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification preferred.
• 10–15 years of progressive HR experience.
• Experience in professional services, consulting, technology, or corporate environments.
• Experience handling employee relations matters and workplace investigations.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership, managers and employees on HR-related matters.
• Coach on complex workplace investigations, conflict resolution, and performance management.
• Oversee recruitment to attract and retain top talent.
• Oversee total rewards strategy to stay market-competitive.
• Manage HR audits and compliance reporting.

Skills

HR leadership

Talent acquisition

Employee relations

Performance management

Total rewards & wellness

Compliance

Leadership advisory

Diversity & inclusion

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business

PHR/SPHR/SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP (preferred)

Tools

Workday

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Director of Human Resources will oversee day-to-day HR operations, including talent acquisition, employee relations, performance management, total rewards and wellness, compliance, community relations, and organizational/employee development. This individual will serve as a trusted advisor to leaders and employees while helping drive initiatives that strengthen employee engagement, retention, and company culture. The ideal candidate combines strong HR fundamentals with the ability to operate in a fast-paced consulting environment where growth, client service, and talent development are critical to success. As a premier consulting and technology firm, alliant has proudly served over 45,000 clients over the past 25 years. In the last few years, alliant has expanded our capabilities to focus on one core mission: helping companies accelerate growth. We specialize in rethinking how work gets done by driving efficiency through the smart integration of AI, people, processes, and technology to deliver results through a blend of AI solutions, expert consulting, and managed services.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership, managers and employees on HR-related matters.
• Advice, counsel, and coach on complex workplace investigations, conflict resolution, and performance management.
• Support leaders in creating high-performing, engaged teams.
• Partner with leadership to identify training and development opportunities.
• Assist managers with performance improvement plans and employee coaching.
• Oversee the recruitment process, ensuring the attraction and retention of top talent.
• Oversee the total rewards strategy to ensure plans are market competitive to attract and retain top talent.
• Coordinate employee and community relation events and related company-wide communications.
• Drive onboarding experiences that enhance employee retention and productivity.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws.
• Support policy development and employee handbook updates.
• Partner with legal counsel when necessary, regarding employment matters.
• Assist with HR audits and compliance reporting.
• Lead employee engagement initiatives and recognition programs.
• Support diversity, inclusion, and wellness initiatives.
• Manage, lead, and develop the Human Resource team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification (preferred).
• 10 to 15 years of progressive Human Resources experience.
• Strong knowledge of employment law and HR best practices.
• Experience supporting professional services, consulting, technology, or corporate environments.
• Experience handling employee relations matters and workplace investigations.
• Exceptional people skills and proven ability to build credibility and influence outcomes across all levels of the organization.
• Proficiency with HRIS platforms (Workday preferred) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Preferred experience supporting multi-state workforces.
• Preferred experience working in a consulting, managed services, or professional services organization.
• Receptiveness to giving/receiving feedback in an open environment is essential.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• High sense of urgency with the ability to meet deadlines and changing priorities.

Preferred candidate will reside or relocate to Houston.

Alliant offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package including 100% employer paid medical/dental premiums for single coverage for certain options, 401(k) matching, PTO, company provided life insurance and disability, onsite gym and group fitness classes, paid covered parking, and more!

Do Work That Matters.

Alliant alliantgroup, LP is currently experiencing explosive growth!

As a national consulting firm focused on being the voice to the middle market, our mission is simple: Strengthening US businesses.

How do we do this? We hire the brightest talent with the most diverse backgrounds who do work that matters.

Alliantgroup has been helping American businesses overcome the challenges of today to prepare them for the future.

Our most sought after service has been helping companies identify and leverage the largest federal and state incentives available including ERC, R&D, and 179D. Our industry experts and four former IRS commissioners help our clients claim what they deserve. Learn more about how the R&D tax credit started and how you can do work that matters!