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What we do:
Halcyon is the industry’s first dedicated, adaptive security platform that combines multiple proprietary advanced prevention engines along with AI models focused specifically on stopping ransomware.
Who we are:
Halcyon was formed in 2021 by a team of cyber industry veterans after battling the scourge of ransomware (and advanced threats) for years at some of the largest global security vendors. Comprised of leaders from Cylance (now Blackberry), Accuvant (now Optiv), Fireye and ISS X-Force (now IBM), Halcyon is focused on building products and solutions for mid-market and enterprise customers.
As a remote-native, completely distributed global team, we recognize great talent can exist anywhere. We invite you to apply to a job you’re interested in and we'll work a plan to meet your needs.
The Role
The Talent Acquisition Coordinator plays a critical role in ensuring a smooth and high-quality experience for every candidate and hiring team. You’ll be responsible for keeping the recruiting process organized, fast-moving, and compliant, helping us grow our team with urgency and precision.
Responsibilities
- Candidate Scheduling: Coordinate and schedule all interviews across multiple time zones with speed and accuracy.
- Candidate Experience: Ensure timely and professional communication throughout the hiring process.
- ATS Management: Maintain accurate and up-to-date candidate records in our applicant tracking system, Greenhouse.
- Job Postings: Draft, edit, and publish job descriptions across multiple channels; help maintain alignment with our employer brand.
- Offer Coordination: Prepare offer letters, coordinate approvals, and assist with onboarding logistics.
- Cross-Team Collaboration: Work closely with recruiters, hiring managers and people operations to streamline workflows and remove bottlenecks. Occasionally support onboarding practices and documentation.
Skills & Qualifications
- 1 - 3 years of experience in recruiting coordination, HR operations, or a similar administrative role (startup or cybersecurity experience is a plus).
- Experience working with an ATS like Greenhouse, or similar tools.
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills; you’re calm and clear even when priorities shift.
- Excellent written and verbal communication, with a high level of professionalism.
- Familiarity with secure data handling and confidentiality requirements.
- Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, high-trust, and mission-critical environment.
Benefits:
Halcyon offers the following benefits to eligible employees:
- Comprehensive healthcare (medical, dental, and vision) with premiums paid in full for employees and dependents.
- 401k plan with a generous employer contribution.
- Short and long-term disability coverage, basic life and AD&D insurance plans.
- Medical and dependent care FSA options.
- Flexible PTO policy.
- Parental leave.
- Generous equity offering.
The Company reserves the right to modify or change these benefits programs at any time, with or without notice.
Base Salary Range: $70,000-$100,000
In accordance with applicable state and federal laws, the range provided is Halcyon’s reasonable estimate of the base compensation for this role. The actual amount may differ based on non-discriminatory factors such as experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and location. Base pay is one part of the total package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives, and equity in the Company.
We understand it takes a diverse team of highly intelligent, passionate, curious, and creative people to develop the exceptional product we are building. Our dynamic team has incredible perspectives to share, just as we know you do, and we take great pride in being an equal opportunity employer.
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