US IT Recruiter

Please See Below; Rockville (MD); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental & Vision

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

Thoriva is seeking an energetic US IT Recruiter to lead talent acquisition for our AI-first government technology company. You will attract mission-driven IT professionals for federal and state programs while shaping a startup culture rooted in innovation, agility, and data-driven decisions.

Own full-cycle recruiting across multiple roles, build pipelines for engineers, AI/ML experts, cloud architects, and cleared professionals, and collaborate with leadership to align technical needs with

Qualifications

• 2+ years of recruiting experience or related field.
• Experience recruiting in Federal IT space.
• Interest or exposure to IT recruiting or government contracting.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly organized with multiple priorities in a fast-paced startup.
• Proficiency with LinkedIn and standard productivity tools.

Responsibilities

• Source, screen, and engage IT and technical candidates for federal/state programs.
• Manage full-cycle recruiting across multiple requisitions with speed and quality.
• Partner with hiring managers to understand requirements and mission context.
• Build pipelines for software engineers, AI/ML, cloud architects, PMs, and cleared staff.
• Leverage recruiters tools, networking, and referrals to identify candidates.
• Track activity and report pipeline metrics; maintain accurate records.
• Support employer branding to convey Thoriva's mission and growth.
• Coordinate interviews and move candidates through process with urgency.
• Stay updated on federal IT trends and compensation benchmarks.

Skills

LinkedIn recruiting

Communication

Organizational skills

Startup adaptability

Federal IT recruiting

Tools

CRM platform

LinkedIn Recruiter

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

Thoriva is building the teams that power next-generation AI solutions for federal and state agencies, and we need a sharp, people-focused recruiter to help us grow. This is a ground-floor opportunity to shape talent acquisition at an AI-first government technology company where every hire directly impacts mission outcomes. If you're motivated by meaningful work, fast-moving environments, and the chance to build something real, this role is for you.

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Thoriva, an Infinite company, is an AI technology company delivering intelligent, data-driven solutions to transform government operations. We combine AI solutions, commercial expertise, and complex business logic to address government and federal agencies biggest challenges.

Job Summary

As the US IT recruiter, you will lead talent acquisition for Thoriva's fast-growing, AI-first startup. You will actively cultivate a startup culture rooted in innovation, agility, and data-driven decision-making, while attracting and placing mission-driven IT professionals who thrive in an entrepreneurial, AI-centric environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Source, screen, and engage qualified IT and technical candidates for roles supporting federal and state government programs, including cleared and non-cleared positions
• Manage full-cycle recruiting across multiple active requisitions, from intake through offer acceptance, with a focus on speed, quality, and candidate experience
• Partner closely with hiring managers and leadership to understand technical requirements, team dynamics, and mission context for each role
• Build and maintain talent pipelines for recurring skill sets including software engineers, AI/ML practitioners, cloud architects, program managers, and cleared technical professionals
• Leverage LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards, networking, and referrals to identify passive and active candidates in competitive federal IT markets
• Track and manage candidate activity, maintaining accurate records and reporting on pipeline metrics
• Support employer branding efforts by communicating Thoriva's mission, culture, and growth story compellingly to prospective candidates
• Coordinate interviews, gather feedback, and move candidates through the process with clear communication and a strong sense of urgency
• Stay current on hiring trends, compensation benchmarks, and the federal IT talent landscape to advise hiring managers effectively

Required Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in recruiting, talent acquisition, HR coordination, or a related field
• Strong understanding of technical requirements and/or experience recruiting in the Federal space
• Demonstrated interest in or exposure to IT recruiting, technical sourcing, or the federal government contracting space
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage technical professionals authentically
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, startup environment
• Proficiency with LinkedIn and standard productivity tools (Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, or equivalent)

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience recruiting for cleared or federal IT positions
• Familiarity with common federal IT skill sets and contract vehicle types (e.g., T&M, FFP, cost-plus)
• Experience using a CRM platform for candidate tracking
• Understanding of security clearance levels and the cleared talent market
• Exposure to AI, cloud, or emerging technology roles in a government context
• Competitive base salary with incentive compensation tied to financial performance, portfolio profitability, and successful execution of pricing strategies
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, 401(k), and paid time off (PTO)
• Hybrid work environment with flexibility for remote work and in-person collaboration days in McLean, VA
• Significant influence over how Thoriva structures and scales its public-sector business, with direct access to the CEO and leadership team