Global Head of Talent Acquisition

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.