Technical Recruiter, Microsoft Security at Microsoft

Washington, District of Columbia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Apr, 26

Salary

137900.0

Posted On

16 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Technical Recruiting, Cybersecurity, Talent Acquisition, Data Analysis, Candidate Experience, Stakeholder Engagement, Sourcing Strategies, Hiring Plans, Operational Compliance, Executive Presence, Agility, Adaptability, Innovation, Storytelling, Market Research, Diversity Hiring

Industry

Software Development

Description

Overview We are hiring a Technical Recruiter to support our Microsoft Security organization. As a Technical Recruiter supporting Microsoft Security, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of cybersecurity innovation at Microsoft. Microsoft Security is at the forefront of protecting people, data, and infrastructure across the globe, and recruiting top talent is a strategic priority for its leadership. You’ll partner closely with engineering and product leaders to identify, engage, and hire talent across product, security engineering, threat intelligence, identity, and cloud security domains. This role demands creativity, precision, and a deep understanding of the competitive landscape. You’ll drive differentiated sourcing strategies, refine hiring bar calibration, and support storytelling that resonates with candidates from top security programs and industry-leading companies. You may be a fit for this role if you: Thrive in fast-paced, high-growth environments where agility and adaptability are key. Enjoy working in a mission-driven culture where protecting customers is at the heart of everything. Are passionate about cybersecurity and excited to help shape the teams building the future of digital defense. Demonstrate a bias for action, a passion for innovation, and the ability to navigate ambiguity. Have a proven track record of developing and executing creative hiring strategies that attract top-tier technical talent in highly competitive markets. Possess executive presence with the ability to engage and influence leadership stakeholders, including hiring leaders and executive staff. Balance long-term talent planning with immediate hiring needs, thinking strategically while executing tactically. Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond. Responsibilities Stakeholder/Client Engagement Executes a hiring plan within aligned business groups. Balances multiple timeframes and expectations for budget, scope, and time. Interprets client’s business and requirements to drive a staffing process to promote an optimal internal and external talent mix. Identifies differentiated and alternative types of talent (e.g., compete, diverse, nontraditional, unconsumed or runner-up candidates from previous searches) that may not be typically considered, and provides recommendations to business area. Data Analysis & Hiring Plans Reviews data and market research and consults with the business to recommend and implement a hiring plan that addresses both business demand and talent availability. Reviews and analyzes data to improve staffing performance. Candidate Attraction Leverages best practices on sourcing, recruiting, and/or closing techniques and stories with their own team. Tracks candidate activity using systems and tools. Elicits interest in passive, active, and potential candidates by using and telling business stories that represent Microsoft’s unique career possibilities, advantages, and rewards that are distinct from those of competitors. Leverages resources to deliver information to the client based on their unique motivators and knowledge of the Microsoft deal (e.g., compensation, benefits, perks, career development). Candidate Experience Maintains candidate satisfaction at all phases of the relationship by leveraging motivators and incentives to engage candidates and prepare them for next phases of the process. Identifies approaches to enhance candidate experience throughout hiring plans. Maintains Service Level Agreements (SLAs) to ensure timeliness of process completion. Operational Compliance & Excellence Lead optimization of policies, systems, and processes, and guide stakeholders on their impact. Maintain accurate documentation in compliance with guidelines (e.g., OFCCP, GDPR), and leverage data to inform insights. Other Embody our culture and values Qualifications Required Qualifications Bachelor's Degree AND 2+ years talent acquisition experience (e.g., recruiting, sourcing), HR experience, or industry experience related to role OR equivalent experience. Additional or preferred qualifications Bachelor's Degree AND 5+ years talent acquisition experience (e.g., recruiting, sourcing), HR experience, or industry experience related to role OR Master's Degree AND 3+ years talent acquisition experience (e.g., recruiting, sourcing), HR experience, or industry experience related to role OR equivalent experience. 1+ years of experience recruiting for cybersecurity or highly specialized technical roles. Talent Acquisition IC3 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $68,300 - $137,900 per year. There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, and the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD $93,200 - $151,200 per year. Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here: https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/us-corporate-pay This position will be open for a minimum of 5 days, with applications accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance with religious accommodations and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations.

Responsibilities

The Technical Recruiter will execute hiring plans, engage with stakeholders, and identify diverse talent to meet staffing needs. They will also analyze data to improve staffing performance and enhance the candidate experience throughout the hiring process.