Senior Director of Human Resources

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SecureIT

Senior Director of Human Resources

Reston, VA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    About SecureIT:

    SecureIT is a trusted and fast-growing professional services firm specializing in cybersecurity compliance, with deep expertise in FedRAMP assessments and authorizations for cloud service providers. As an accredited Third-Party Assessment Organization (3PAO), we help clients navigate complex federal cybersecurity requirements and enable them to deliver secure, compliant services to government agencies. What sets SecureIT apart is not only our technical excellence and commitment to quality but also our people-first culture. We value challenging work that drives professional growth, we encourage work-life integration, and we actively support community engagement. Employees at SecureIT enjoy a collaborative environment, remote work flexibility, and direct impact on meaningful projects that shape the future of cloud security. If you’re seeking a mission-driven company where your contributions matter and your development is supported, SecureIT is the place to be.

    What You’ll Do:

    We are looking for an energetic and people-focused Senior Director of Human Resources to shape the future of our employee experience and help take our growing professional services firm to the next level. Our team thrives on collaboration, integrity, and the belief that great work starts with a great culture. In this role, you will partner with senior leadership to develop and implement HR initiatives to support business objectives, foster a positive and inclusive work culture, and attract, retain, and develop top talent. This role requires a hands-on leader with the ability to balance strategic thinking with day-to-day HR operations in a fast-paced environment.
    You will oversee all aspects of human resources management, including recruiting, talent management and retention, employee training and development, benefits, performance management, and organizational culture and engagement. This is an incredible opportunity for someone who’s ready to roll up their sleeves, bring fresh ideas, and lead with positivity and purpose.

    Responsibilities and tasking include:

    • Developing and executing HR strategies aligned with the firm's mission, vision, and long-term goals.
    • Leading and mentoring the HR team, encouraging continual professional development and growth.
    • Overseeing the recruitment, interviewing and hiring processes.
    • Managing compensation structures, benefits programs, and total rewards strategies to ensure competitiveness and equity.
    • Overseeing HR systems, data integrity, and reporting to support data-driven decision-making.
    • Sharing actionable insights with the executive team to inform strategy and drive accountability.
    • Managing relationships with third party HR vendors including payroll, medical insurance, 401(k), and other employee benefit services.
    • Leading the performance management process to include both formal and informal feedback and recognition.
    • Driving the learning and development initiatives to build leadership capabilities and career growth opportunities.
    • Managing the new hire onboarding program and orientation to ensure a smooth transition and positive experience for new hires.
    • Designing and implementing employee engagement and retention strategies, including surveys, recognition programs, and internal communications.
    • Staying current with HR trends, best practices and federal, state and local employment laws and regulations to ensure company compliance.
    • Serving as a trustworthy leader to employees, guiding them through employee relations issues, and facilitating difficult conversations and conflict resolution.
    • Developing, implementing and updating HR policies, procedures and employee handbooks on a regular basis.
    • Contributing to organizational design, M&A integration, and change management as the firm grows.

    What You’ll Bring to the Table:

    Knowledge & Experience:

    • 10+ years of progressive HR experience, including at least 5 years in a leadership role, preferably within a professional services or consulting environment.
    • Extensive knowledge of HR best practices, employment law and organizational development.
    • Demonstrated knowledge in Talent Acquisition, Performance Management, Benefits and Leave Administration, Compensation and Total Rewards, Training and Development and Employee Engagement best practices.
    • Background in scaling HR functions to meet increasing compliance and business demands preferred.

    Soft Skills:

    • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships throughout the organization and conflict-resolution skills to effectively deal with difficult situations.
    • Demonstrated ability to work with leadership to drive change within an organization.
    • Effective time management skills and an ability to adapt in a rapidly changing environment.

    Certifications:

    • Relevant HR certifications (e.g., SHRM-SCP, SPHR, HRCI) preferred.

    Education:

    • Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.

    Ready to Make an Impact?

    If you’re excited about the opportunity to work with a talented team and help drive great business outcomes for our clients, we want to hear from you. Apply today and join us in making a difference!

    ** Please note: This is a hybrid role. We are looking for an individual who lives in the DMV area and can be in office a 2-3 days a week.