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With 1,226 open Direct Hiring Authority positions, the demand for recruiters who can take ownership of talent acquisition is at an all‑time high. Companies are looking for professionals who can build pipelines, negotiate offers, and close deals faster, especially as AI‑driven sourcing and data‑powered decision‑making become standard.

Typical titles in this category include Talent Acquisition Lead, Head of Recruiting, Senior Recruiter, and Diversity Hiring Lead. Core responsibilities involve partnering with hiring managers, executing Boolean and LinkedIn Recruiter searches, managing ATS workflows in Greenhouse or Workday, creating structured interview frameworks, and reporting on sourcing metrics.

Salary transparency is essential for Direct Hiring Authority roles because recruiters must understand market rates to negotiate competitive offers, justify hiring budgets, and attract high‑quality candidates. Transparent pay data also builds trust with hiring managers and candidates, ensuring that compensation discussions are fair and data‑driven.

Cyber Security Engineer SME – Associate Director

Company: Guidehouse

Location: USA

Posted Nov 28, 2025

The job posting is for a Cyber Security Engineer SME Associate Director position at Guidehouse. The role requires extensive experience in designing, implementing, and managing enterprise-level security solutions, particularly within federal government environments. The ideal candidate should have deep technical expertise in cybersecurity domains, experience with security frameworks and compliance standards, and familiarity with cloud security practices and technologies. The position offers a competitive salary range and a comprehensive benefits package.

Cyber Security Engineer – Managing Consultant

Company: Guidehouse

Location: USA

Posted Nov 28, 2025

The job posting is for a highly experienced Cybersecurity Engineer Managing Consultant to lead and advise on advanced cybersecurity initiatives across complex federal enterprise environments. The role requires a strong understanding of security frameworks, experience in designing and implementing enterprise security tools, and the ability to lead cross-functional teams. The position offers a competitive compensation package and benefits.

Software Engineer (L5) – Commerce Data Engineering, Foundations Team

Company: Netflix

Location: USA

Posted Nov 28, 2025

Netflix is a leading entertainment service with over 300 million paid memberships worldwide. The Commerce Data Engineering team ensures data availability, reliability, and quality to power product experiences and optimize customer acquisition. The Solutions Software Engineer role in the Foundations Team involves designing and building scalable systems to improve data processing efficiency, health, and developer productivity.

Technical Sourcer

Company: ElevenLabs

Location: USA

Posted Nov 28, 2025

ElevenLabs is a leading audio AI company that has developed humanlike speech technology. They have raised significant funding and achieved a high valuation. The company offers a creative platform and agents platform powered by proprietary AI models. They are seeking a technical sourcer to identify and engage top engineering talent globally.

Enterprise Security Engineer

Company: OpenAI

Location: USA

Posted Nov 28, 2025

The OpenAI Security organization's IT team works to provide researchers, engineers, and staff with the tools they need to work comfortably and securely. The Enterprise Security Engineer role involves implementing and managing the security of internal information systems, infrastructure, and processes, working closely with IT and Security teams. The role requires experience in protecting macOS fleets, deploying endpoint security solutions, working with public cloud service providers, and knowledge of modern adversary tactics.

Full-Stack Engineer L5, ML Insights & Visualizations, Machine Learning Platform

Company: Netflix

Location: USA

Posted Nov 28, 2025

Netflix seeks FullStack Engineers to develop ML tools, enhance observability, and drive innovation. The role involves cross-functional collaboration and offers a flexible compensation package.

Enterprise Solutions Engineer - PreSales

Company: Sanity

Location: Europe

Posted Nov 28, 2025

Sanity.io is an AI-powered content operating system that helps companies like SKIMS, Figma, Riot Games, Anthropic, COMPLEX, Nordstrom, and Morningbrew automate and streamline their content operations. The company is seeking an Enterprise Solutions Engineer to lead complex product demonstrations, educate users, develop showcase implementations, and provide expert guidance on implementing Sanity across various complex verticals and advanced use cases.

Field & ABM Marketing Manager

Company: Tanium

Location: Canada

Posted Nov 28, 2025

The Field ABM Marketing Manager Canada role involves driving regional marketing initiatives, collaborating with sales, developing ABM programs, executing integrated campaigns, and supporting sales enablement. The ideal candidate has 3-5 years of B2B enterprise marketing experience, strategic thinking, project management skills, and proficiency in marketing technologies.

Cyber Enterprise Architect – Associate Director

Company: Guidehouse

Location: USA

Posted Nov 28, 2025

This job posting highlights a Cyber Enterprise Architect role with competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities to work on federal cybersecurity initiatives. The position requires advanced expertise and clearances but offers career growth and impactful work in cybersecurity architecture.

VP - Advisor Channel Consulting

Company: Sentinel Group

Location: USA

Posted Nov 28, 2025

This job posting highlights a remote sales role at Sentinel Group, focusing on developing new business in retirement plan services. The position requires strong sales skills, relationship-building, and familiarity with retirement plans. The company offers competitive compensation, benefits, and a supportive work environment.

Software Engineer III

Company: SpryPoint

Location: Canada

Posted Nov 28, 2025

SpryPoint is a high-growth software company revolutionizing the utility industry with its cloud-native platform. Founded in 2012, the company has grown to 285+ employees serving 100+ utility clients across North America and the Caribbean. SpryPoint's mission is to deliver comprehensive solutions that modernize the entire metertocash process, with a focus on customer success and continuous improvement.

Distributed Systems Engineer (L5) - Commerce Product Data Engineering

Company: Netflix

Location: USA

Posted Nov 28, 2025

Netflix promotes its global entertainment services and data-driven approach, highlighting job opportunities with competitive benefits and a focus on innovation and scalability.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the typical salary ranges for Direct Hiring Authority roles by seniority?
Entry‑level recruiters earn $55k‑$75k. Mid‑level Talent Acquisition Specialists command $75k‑$110k. Senior roles such as Recruiting Manager or Head of Recruiting typically range from $110k‑$160k, while Director of Talent Acquisition can exceed $170k with bonus and equity.
What skills, tools, and certifications are required for a Direct Hiring Authority position?
Key skills include Boolean search, LinkedIn Recruiter, ATS mastery (Greenhouse, Lever, Workday), data analysis with Excel or Tableau, and interview design. Certifications such as SHRM‑CP, PHR, LinkedIn Recruiter Certification, and Certified Professional in Talent Acquisition (CPTA) boost credibility.
Is remote work available for Direct Hiring Authority roles?
Yes, most companies offer fully remote or hybrid options. 70% of listings list remote work, with additional perks like flexible hours, home‑office stipends, and virtual onboarding tools.
What career progression paths exist within Direct Hiring Authority?
A typical trajectory moves from Junior Recruiter → Senior Recruiter → Recruiting Manager → Head of Recruiting → Director of Talent Acquisition / VP of Talent. Each step adds responsibility for strategy, budgeting, and leadership of larger hiring teams.
What industry trends are shaping Direct Hiring Authority roles?
Current trends include AI‑powered sourcing tools (HireVue, Pymetrics), focus on candidate experience, data‑driven talent dashboards, increased emphasis on diversity and inclusion hiring, and the rise of remote‑first talent strategies.

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