Technical Talent Acquisition Partner

Red Cell Partners

Technical Talent Acquisition Partner recruiting cleared AI, engineering, and defense talent for Defcon AI. Owning full-cycle hiring, onboarding, and People Operations process improvement.

Posted 8/18/2026full-timeRemote • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $100,000 - $125,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Expertise in technical recruiting for specialized roles, particularly within the Department of Defense and government contracts, with a strong focus on security clearance processes and candidate experience improvement.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Technical Recruiting ExperienceDepartment Of Defense ProgramsSecurity Clearance ProcessesTalent Funnel ManagementPeople Operations

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Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Soft Skills

Strong Attention To DetailHighly OrganizedAbility To Navigate AmbiguityExecutive Presence

Tools & Technologies

Greenhouse ATSOnboarding

Industry Keywords

Technical RolesAI/ML EngineersDevSecOps EngineersData EngineersPassive Talent Pipeline

Tech Stack

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and execute the end-to-end hiring process for specialized technical roles, including Senior Software Engineers, DevSecOps Engineers, AI/ML Engineers, and Data Engineers, as well as non-technical roles across the business
Recruit technical talent for Department of Defense programs and government contracts
Collaborate with hiring managers and the Head of HR to scope roles, align on candidate profiles, and drive efficient hiring decisions
Proactively build a pipeline of elite passive talent within the AI and Defense sectors, focusing on candidates holding or eligible for security clearances
Continuously refine the interview process and feedback mechanisms to improve candidate experience
Own and scale the onboarding program into a scalable, day-one-ready experience
Identify and resolve friction points across the employee lifecycle, including offboarding workflows, documentation, and data integrity
Partner with the Head of HR on People program design and process improvement

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of technical recruiting experience, ideally within a high-growth startup, government contractor, or fast-paced technology environment
Demonstrated experience recruiting technical talent for Department of Defense programs or government contracts
Direct familiarity with security clearance processes, including Secret, Top Secret, and TS/SCI
Proven ability to manage the entire talent funnel, from initial intake to complex offer negotiations
Strong interest in People Operations
Demonstrated maturity and executive presence when partnering with senior leadership and engineering stakeholders
Ability to navigate ambiguity independently
Highly organized with strong attention to detail
Comfortable building processes from the ground up
Experience designing or improving onboarding and employee lifecycle programs (nice to have)
Experience working with Greenhouse ATS and Onboarding (nice to have)

Benefits

Comp & perks

A fully remote environment
Competitive salary, bonus, and equity package
100% employer paid, comprehensive health insurance including medical, dental, and vision for you and your family
Unlimited PTO, with your manager’s approval
Flexible work environment where you manage your work day
14 weeks of fully-paid parental leave
Career track opportunity with potential for rapid advancement with strong performance as the firm grows
Opportunities for professional development and continued learning
Optional 401K, FSA, and equity incentives available
Mental health benefits available through Tara Mind
Cost effective GLP-1 solutions available through Crux