Katherine C. Aycock
Pflugerville,TX
Summary
Versatile talent acquisition strategist with expertise in engineering, cybersecurity, data analytics, and sales operations recruitment. Proven ability to develop customized hiring solutions and workforce plans that strengthen partnerships with leadership teams. Delivers exceptional candidate experiences through proactive communication and consultative support.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Talent Acquisition Partner
Cloudflare
Austin, TX
07.2022 - 05.2026
- Owned talent acquisition strategy for the Business Development Representative (BDR) organization, partnering closely with Sales leadership to scale the team and successfully hire 40+ BDRs.
- Led full-cycle recruiting across Engineering, Data Analytics, and Go-to-Market (GTM) organizations within a fast-paced, high-growth technology environment.
- Managed 20+ concurrent requisitions, ensuring a high-touch, consultative approach with candidates and hiring managers to enhance recruitment effectiveness.
- Served as a strategic Talent Advisor to hiring managers, providing guidance on recruiting strategy, talent market trends, interview best practices, and effective hiring decisions.
- Trained and coached hiring managers on recruiting tools and interview best practices, fostering partnership and accountability in the hiring process.
- Built and maintained robust pipelines of active and passive talent utilizing LinkedIn Recruiter, Eightfold AI, Greenhouse, referrals, networking, and targeted sourcing strategies.
- Partnered with leadership teams to develop workforce plans, hiring strategies, and recruiting solutions aligned with organizational goals.
- Delivered exceptional candidate and stakeholder experiences through proactive communication and strong relationship management, enhancing overall recruitment satisfaction.
Senior Recruiter
Electrical Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT)
Austin, TX
03.2020 - 07.2022
- Managed full-cycle recruiting for 35+ hiring managers across IT, Engineering, Cybersecurity, Accounting, Marketing, Operations, and Corporate functions, enhancing talent acquisition efficiency.
- Partnered with hiring leaders to develop targeted recruiting strategies, successfully filling critical roles to strengthen Texas' electrical reliability infrastructure.
- Managed sourcing, screening, interview coordination, offer negotiations, and onboarding activities while maintaining an exceptional candidate experience.
- Utilized Workday and LinkedIn Recruiter to identify, engage, and recruit highly qualified active and passive candidates.
- Built relationships with business leaders by delivering market insights and consultative support, improving alignment between recruitment efforts and organizational needs.
Senior Executive Recruiter
The HT Group
Austin, TX
03.2016 - 02.2020
- Managed nationwide executive and professional recruiting searches across engineering, manufacturing, accounting, HR, sales, marketing, and leadership functions, aligning talent acquisition with organizational needs.
- Conducted full-cycle direct hire recruiting including sourcing, interviewing, client consultation, offer negotiation, and closing.
- Acted as a trusted recruiting advisor to clients, helping define hiring strategies and identify top-performing talent.
- Developed talent pipelines through LinkedIn Recruiter, networking, referrals, and proactive sourcing strategies, enhancing candidate quality and availability for client roles.
- Achieved recognition as a top performer and received President's Club honors.
Market Manager / Senior Technical Recruiter
AllStates Consulting Services
06.2004 - 01.2016
- Advanced through roles in technical recruiting, account management, and team leadership, enhancing operational effectiveness.
- Led recruiting efforts for Oil & Gas, Engineering, EPC, Manufacturing, and Infrastructure clients, aligning talent acquisition with client needs.
- Recruited specialized engineering professionals including Civil, Structural, Mechanical, Electrical, Process, Instrumentation, Pipeline, Procurement, and Project Controls talent.
- Directed contract and direct hire recruiting initiatives, overseeing sourcing, client partnerships, negotiations, and retention strategies.
- Built long-term client partnerships and consistently exceeded performance goals.
Full Desk Recruiter
General Employment
01.2002 - 01.2004
- Managed full-desk recruiting for Engineering and Information Technology professionals, including client development, sourcing, candidate management, and placements.
- Managed full-cycle recruitment processes for diverse client needs.
- Sourced and screened candidates using various job boards and social media platforms.
- Conducted in-depth interviews to assess candidate qualifications and fit.
Technical Recruiter
NSC Companies
01.2000 - 01.2002
- Recruited IT professionals, including desktop support, helpdesk, and network administrators, for ExxonMobil and other enterprise clients, ensuring alignment with technical requirements and organizational needs.
- Sourced qualified candidates through various online platforms and networking events.
- Conducted initial phone screenings to assess candidate qualifications and fit.
- Coordinated interviews between hiring managers and candidates for timely feedback.
Skills
- Full-cycle talent acquisition
- IT talent acquisition
- Sales talent acquisition
- Technical recruiting and executive search
- Strategic workforce planning
- Data analytics in recruiting
- Interview training and process improvement
- ATS and recruiting technology expertise
- Building partnerships with hiring managers
- Candidate experience management
- Offer negotiation and compensation strategies
- Passive candidate sourcing techniques
Additional Information
Pflugerville, TX, Technical Recruiting, GTM Recruiting, Executive Search, Talent Strategy, Hiring Manager Partnership
Awards Recognition
- Cloudflare Talent Advisor Award
- The HT Group President's Club
- AllStates Recruiter of the Year, AllStates President's Club, and AllStates President's Award & Executive Level Awards over muliple years.
Timeline
Senior Talent Acquisition Partner
Cloudflare
07.2022 - 05.2026
Senior Recruiter
Electrical Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT)
03.2020 - 07.2022
Senior Executive Recruiter
The HT Group
03.2016 - 02.2020
Market Manager / Senior Technical Recruiter
AllStates Consulting Services
06.2004 - 01.2016
Full Desk Recruiter
General Employment
01.2002 - 01.2004
Technical Recruiter
NSC Companies
01.2000 - 01.2002