Remote Senior IT Recruiter - Cybersecurity Focus

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus structure

Fully remote work

Health benefits

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior IT Recruiter to join a rapidly expanding global cybersecurity team. This fully remote role focuses on sourcing and attracting top-tier cybersecurity professionals worldwide, managing end-to-end recruitment, and building strong relationships with candidates and hiring managers.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in IT recruitment with a strong cybersecurity emphasis, expert sourcing skills, and experience with LinkedIn Recruiter, ATS, and CRM systems.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of dedicated IT recruitment experience with cybersecurity focus.
• Proven success in sourcing niche technical roles and high-volume requisitions.
• Expertise in LinkedIn Recruiter, ATS, and CRM usage.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end recruitment for high-demand cybersecurity roles globally.
• Develop advanced sourcing strategies to attract passive candidates.
• Conduct technical and behavioral interviews to assess fit.
• Manage full lifecycle from initial contact to offer and onboarding.
• Collaborate with hiring managers to refine search criteria and timelines.
• Maintain candidate pipelines and ensure timely feedback to stakeholders.
• Stay updated on cybersecurity trends to inform strategies.
• Contribute to employer branding initiatives to attract talent.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and best practices.

Skills

IT recruitment

Cybersecurity recruiting

Sourcing strategies

Interviewing & negotiation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/HR or related field

Tools

LinkedIn Recruiter

ATS

CRM systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly expanding global cybersecurity firm, is actively searching for a highly experienced Senior IT Recruiter to join their team on a fully remote basis. This critical role will focus on sourcing and attracting top-tier cybersecurity professionals worldwide. You will be responsible for managing the end-to-end recruitment process, developing innovative sourcing strategies, and building strong relationships with candidates and hiring managers. This is an exceptional opportunity to contribute to a leading company in a rapidly growing and vital industry, working entirely from home. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the IT and cybersecurity landscape, coupled with a proven track record of success in recruiting niche technical talent.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the recruitment process for high-demand cybersecurity roles, including penetration testers, security analysts, incident responders, and security architects.
• Develop and implement advanced sourcing strategies to attract passive candidates from a global talent pool, utilizing professional networks, specialized job boards, and industry forums.
• Conduct in-depth technical screenings and behavioral interviews to assess candidate skills, experience, and cultural fit within a fast-paced tech environment.
• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, ensuring an efficient and positive candidate experience from initial contact through offer negotiation and onboarding.
• Partner closely with hiring managers and technical leads to understand complex technical requirements and build effective search criteria.
• Maintain a high volume of requisitions while ensuring quality placements and timely feedback to all stakeholders.
• Utilize advanced Boolean search techniques and leverage recruitment technology, including ATS and CRM systems, to manage candidate pipelines.
• Stay abreast of emerging trends in cybersecurity and the IT talent market to inform recruitment strategies.
• Contribute to the development of employer branding initiatives to attract top cybersecurity talent globally.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant employment laws and best practices.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of dedicated IT recruitment experience, with a strong emphasis on cybersecurity roles.
• Demonstrated success in sourcing and recruiting for highly specialized and niche technical positions.
• Proven ability to manage a high volume of requisitions in a fast-paced environment.
• Expertise in using LinkedIn Recruiter, technical sourcing tools, and applicant tracking systems (ATS).
• Excellent understanding of cybersecurity concepts, technologies, and industry trends.
• Exceptional interviewing, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Human Resources, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Must be comfortable and effective working in a fully remote capacity.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and attractive bonus structure.
• Opportunity to work with a leading company in the cybersecurity sector.
• Fully remote work environment offering maximum flexibility.
• Direct impact on securing critical talent for a high-growth industry.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision.
• Opportunities for professional development and skill enhancement.