OPSWAT, a global leader in IT, OT, and ICS critical infrastructure cybersecurity, delivers an end-to-end platform that gives public and private sector organizations and enterprises the critical advantage needed to protect their complex networks, secure their devices, and ensure compliance. Over the last 20 years our commitment to innovative technology has earned the trust of more than 1,700 organizations, governments, and institutions globally, solidifying our role in protecting the world’s critical infrastructure and securing our way of life.

The Position

The Global Head of Talent Acquisition will lead and scale our global recruitment function to meet the evolving needs of a fast-growing, mission-critical organization. Reporting to the Global Head of Human Resources, you will be responsible for the strategy, operations, tools, and results of OPSWATs hiring engine across all functions and regions, with a particular focus on technical, product, engineering, go-to-market (GTM), and sales talent.

You will develop and execute a globally consistent, locally adaptable recruiting strategy, attracting world-class candidates across cybersecurity, engineering, GTM, and G&A roles. This is a key leadership role in shaping how OPSWAT grows and wins globally.

What You Will Be Doing

Talent Strategy & Workforce Planning

Partner with business leaders and HRBPs to translate headcount and growth plans into sourcing strategies and resource allocation
Develop a scalable model to define recruiting capacity and bandwidth by function, geography, and business priority
Determine number of recruiters, and what KPIs they will be measured on (e.g., time-to-fill, quality-of-hire, hiring manager satisfaction)
Lead GTM hiring strategy, including targeted approaches for sales, product marketing, and customer success roles
Collaborate with Finance and the leadership team on annual headcount planning & budgeting to algin hiring goals with business forecasts and resources availability.

Global Recruiting Operations

Lead a globally dispersed recruiting team across U.S., Hungary, Romania, Vietnam, and other key talent markets
Define and report on operational KPIs, team performance, and pipeline progress in partnership with People Analytics

Executive & Technical/GTM Hiring

Build hiring strategies tailored for complex and specialized functions including enterprise sales, product leadership, and cybersecurity

Employer Brand & Candidate Experience

Craft and deliver a compelling employer brand aligned to OPSWATs mission and employee value proposition, including design & lead campus engagement initiatives (eg. University events, internship programs, tech talks etc) to build OPSWAT’s brand among future talent pools and early career professionals.
Ensure a seamless and positive candidate experience globally, particularly for competitive tech and sales talent

Technology, Tools, and Process

Optimize the TA tech stack (ATS, CRM, referral programs) and partner with HRIS and IT on digital system evolution
Leverage AI and automation to enhance sourcing, reduce time-to-hire, and improve recruiter productivity
Implement systems and workflows that balance global scalability with local agility

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Champion inclusive hiring processes across all levels and locations
Drive outreach and sourcing strategies to improve representation in GTM, engineering, and leadership pipelines

What We Need From You

10+ years of Talent Acquisition experience with at least 5 years in global leadership roles
Proven success hiring for sales and go-to-market roles, in addition to technical and corporate functions
Experience building TA infrastructure in high-growth technology companies; cybersecurity industry experience preferred
Demonstrated ability to lead dispersed teams and establish operational processes
Strong analytical mindset with a passion for metrics, performance insights, and AI readiness
Track record of influencing senior leaders and managing executive searches
Committed to inclusive and equitable hiring practices globally

Success in This Role Looks Like

Reduced time-to-fill and improved quality-of-hire across sales, tech, and G&A roles
Predictive recruiting capacity model tied to growth plans and talent forecasts
Increased pipeline diversity and improved talent brand in key markets
High satisfaction from hiring managers and candidates across regions
Operational efficiency and clarity in recruiting processes and systems
Improved candidate and hiring manager experience at all stages of the hiring lifecycle
Effective leverage of AI tools and automation to enhance recruiter productivity and scalability
Consistent, high-performing global recruiting team aligned to business goals

Why Join OPSWAT?

We are securing the worlds most critical infrastructure and that starts with our people. This is your opportunity to shape how a fast-growing, mission-driven company finds and retains top talent. If you thrive in fast-paced environments, think globally, lead with purpose, and embrace the power of AI in modern talent acquisition we want to hear from you.

OPSWAT is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are extended to all employees and applicants, free of discrimination and harassment of any type. All employment decisions are based on individual qualifications, job requirements, and business needs without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Recruiting Agencies: we do not accept unsolicited resumes from third party agencies for any of our open positions. To submit resumes for our jobs, there must be a recruiting contract approved by our legal team and endorsed by both parties. We are currently not accepting additional 3rd party agencies at this time.

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Global Head of Talent Acquisition

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