Colleen Lennox
Philadelphia,Pennsylvania
Summary
With over 25 years of executive leadership, Colleen Lennox is a dynamic and visionary leader known for driving growth, building high-performing teams, and transforming talent acquisition strategies. A proven innovator in the recruitment and IT services industries, Colleen excels at developing scalable solutions that address complex challenges while delivering measurable results. Recognized for strategic thinking and a hands-on approach to leadership, Colleen has a track record of launching successful ventures, fostering lasting client relationships, and positioning companies as industry leaders. Her passion for empowering people and building authentic connections fuels her commitment to creating impactful, human-centered solutions that elevate both talent and business outcomes. An accomplished communicator and relationship builder, Colleen brings clarity, vision, and energy to every project, leading with purpose and a relentless drive for success. Whether collaborating with stakeholders, guiding strategic initiatives, or inspiring teams to reach their potential, she consistently delivers results that matter.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of Strategic Development
Cyberstrike Group
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
08.2024 - Current
- As Head of Strategic Partnerships at Cyberstrike, I build and nurture the relationships that enable government contractors and defense tech companies to solve their most critical challenge: securing hard-to-find, security-cleared technical talent when contract deadlines demand it.
- With over 20 years' experience developing strategic alliances in security-cleared recruitment, I focus on creating long-term partnerships that drive mutual success.
- I work closely with our clients to understand their evolving needs for cleared experts across cybersecurity, systems & software engineering, data & AI, and specialized engineering - ensuring we align our capabilities with their clearance requirements from Public Trust through TS/SCI and Full Scope Polygraph.
- My role centers on partnership development and client success: leveraging our exclusive network where 75% of our security-cleared professionals work only with us - they're not on ClearanceJobs, LinkedIn, or competing with your other vendors.
- I collaborate with organizations nationwide, with deep relationships across Northern Virginia, Maryland, Texas, Colorado, and California, supporting critical programs across federal agencies, the DoD, intelligence community, and their commercial partners.
- In a market where only about 5% of cleared professionals are actively job-seeking, I understand that strategic partnerships and exclusive access aren't just advantages - they're mission-critical.
- That's why I focus on building relationships that consistently deliver results: 90% of cleared positions filled within 10 days at rates 20-70% below traditional agencies.
- Ready to explore a strategic partnership that builds elite teams when execution matters most
Co-Founder
Alynify
12.2024 - Current
- As Co-Founder of Alynify, I lead the vision and strategy behind our AI-powered, candidate-first hiring platform.
- I work closely with our product and engineering teams to ensure the platform delivers a seamless, engaging experience for job seekers.
- I spearhead partnerships with forward-thinking employers who value long-term talent relationships over transactional hiring.
- My role involves constant innovation - identifying ways to reduce candidate ghosting, improve engagement, and personalize career paths at scale.
- I also represent Alynify at industry events, advocating for a more human, inclusive, and data-driven approach to hiring.
- Together with my team, we're redefining what it means to build a career platform that actually puts people first.
President and Founder
CyberJob Central
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
12.2016 - Current
- Colleen founded Cyber Job Central with a mission to solve one of the most pressing challenges in the talent market: connecting skilled cybersecurity professionals with the organizations that need them most.
- Recognized nationally as a go-to cybersecurity recruiter, Colleen helped hundreds of professionals secure roles in a high-demand, fast-moving industry - from entry-level analysts to elite cleared experts.
- Through relentless relationship-building, deep industry expertise, and a laser focus on results, Cyber Job Central quickly became a trusted partner to top cybersecurity consulting firms, government contractors, and enterprise security teams across the country.
- Built a national reputation as a trusted cybersecurity career advisor, known for breaking down barriers and helping professionals transition into the cyber field.
- Secured exclusive relationships with leading cybersecurity consulting companies, becoming a critical extension of their talent acquisition teams.
- Frequently invited to speak at cybersecurity conferences and panels across the U.S., where Colleen addressed the real-world challenges of breaking into cyber and closing the skills gap.
- Advocated for diverse, non-traditional candidates and championed equitable access to opportunities in an often gatekept industry.
President and Founder
Xsell Resources
Willow Grove, PA
08.2002 - 11.2016
- Launched Xsell Resources from the ground up, identifying a market gap in IT staffing and creating a high-performance recruitment agency that quickly gained industry recognition.
- Under Colleen's leadership, Xsell became one of the fastest-growing IT recruitment firms in the Greater Philadelphia region, achieving rapid year-over-year revenue growth.
- Through strategic planning, relentless client focus, and building a results-driven team, Xsell secured multimillion-dollar contracts with Fortune 1000 companies and positioned itself as a go-to partner for high-quality technical talent.
- Grew the company into one of Philadelphia's fastest-growing businesses, earning national recognition on the Inc. 5000 list.
- Scaled operations by developing scalable systems, recruiting top internal talent, and building long-term client relationships across healthcare, finance, government, and technology sectors.
- Successfully executed a strategic exit, positioning the company for continued success post-acquisition and marking a significant entrepreneurial milestone.
Sr Manager
Acsys
11.1996 - 07.2002
- Led national PeopleSoft practice, growing revenue to over $10 million in 3 years.
- Developed strategic growth plan targeting Fortune 1000 companies and public sector clients.
- Oversaw business development, acquired major clients in healthcare, finance, education, and government.
Education
BS - Political Science
Penn State University
Skills
- Growth Strategies
- Contract Negotiation
- Technical Recruiting
Personal Information
Headline: Changing the way GovTech Hires
Timeline
Co-Founder
Alynify
12.2024 - Current
Head of Strategic Development
Cyberstrike Group
08.2024 - Current
President and Founder
CyberJob Central
12.2016 - Current
President and Founder
Xsell Resources
08.2002 - 11.2016
Sr Manager
Acsys
11.1996 - 07.2002
BS - Political Science
Penn State University
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