The Role
Manage the full recruitment lifecycle for cybersecurity positions from junior through leadership levels. Develop sourcing strategies, identify and screen candidates, build cybersecurity talent pipelines, coordinate interviews, maintain candidate relationships, and support a positive candidate experience. Track recruitment metrics, maintain dashboards and reports, collaborate with hiring managers, engage cybersecurity communities, and stay informed about cybersecurity talent trends.
Summary Generated by Built In
Job Title: Talent Acquisition Specialist
Company: Techdefence Labs Solutions Ltd.
Location: Ahmedabad
Department: Human Resources
Job Type: Full-Time, Onsite
About Techdefence:
Techdefence is a leading cybersecurity solutions provider specializing in offensive and defensive security, AI-powered threat intelligence, and enterprise security frameworks. Our comprehensive services and product portfolio cater to global enterprises, government agencies, and critical infrastructure, ensuring proactive protection against cyber threats.
With a strong R&D focus, Techdefence delivers cutting-edge security solutions in the areas of cloud security, network security, application security, penetration testing, SOC solutions, and managed security services. Our expertise in cyber resilience, risk management, and compliance frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, PCI-DSS, etc.) positions us as a trusted partner for organizations worldwide.
Role Overview:
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our HR team. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in hiring for the Cybersecurity domain, with a deep understanding of niche skill sets such as SOC, SIEM, Threat Intelligence, Penetration Testing, Cloud Security, and more. This role requires a proactive recruiter with strong networking abilities and a proven track record of identifying and hiring top cybersecurity talent.
Key Responsibilities:
Contribute to employee engagement initiatives and internal HR communications
Manage end-to-end recruitment cycle for cybersecurity roles (junior to leadership level).
Understand job requirements from hiring managers and translate them into effective sourcing strategies.
Source, screen, and evaluate potential candidates using various sourcing tools like Naukri, LinkedIn, GitHub, etc.
Build and maintain a strong pipeline of qualified cybersecurity professionals.
Develop and maintain relationships with cybersecurity communities, colleges, and relevant industry groups.
Coordinate and schedule interviews, gather feedback, and ensure a smooth recruitment process.
Ensure an excellent candidate experience throughout the hiring process.
Maintain recruitment metrics, dashboards, and reports for analysis and process improvements.
Stay updated on cybersecurity hiring trends and skill demands.
Qualifications & Skills:
Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Human Resources, IT, or related field.
3-6 years of experience in IT/technical recruitment with at least 2 years focused on cybersecurity hiring.
Familiarity with cybersecurity roles and tools such as SOC, SIEM (Splunk, QRadar, etc.), EDR, vulnerability assessment, etc.
Hands-on experience with applicant tracking systems (ATS) and HRMS tools.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple open roles.
Strong analytical and organizational skills.
Preferred Skills:
Technical background or certifications in HR/Recruitment or basic cybersecurity (added advantage).
Experience hiring for global or remote cybersecurity roles.
Existing cybersecurity talent network is a plus.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Human Resources, IT, or a related field
- 3-6 years of experience in IT or technical recruitment
- At least 2 years of experience focused on cybersecurity hiring
- Familiarity with cybersecurity roles and technologies, including SOC, SIEM, Splunk, QRadar, EDR, and vulnerability assessment
- Hands-on experience with applicant tracking systems and HRMS tools
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple open roles
- Strong analytical and organizational skills
- Technical background or HR/recruitment certifications
- Experience hiring for global or remote cybersecurity roles
- Existing cybersecurity talent network
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The Company
What We Do
TechDefence Labs is an AI-augmented, human-led cybersecurity company that protects digital assets for organizations worldwide. Its offerings include an AI-native platform spanning cybersecurity, compliance, and privacy, along with web, mobile, and API penetration testing, 24/7 security operations, cloud-security assessments, regulatory compliance support, and virtual CISO services. The company combines research-oriented expertise with managed security and consulting to help clients prevent, detect, and respond to threats.
