Marcus Rice
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented Senior Recruiter with over 7 years of experience specializing in AI/ML and Cybersecurity talent acquisition. Proven track record in full-cycle recruiting, technical sourcing, and building high-performing teams for Fortune 500 companies and high-growth startups. Skilled in developing innovative recruitment strategies, leveraging AI-driven tools, and fostering strong relationships with hiring managers and candidates.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Technical Recruiter, AI/Cybersecurity
GTRI
11.2019 - Current
- Developed and executed strategic recruiting strategies for AI/ML and Cybersecurity roles, including Data Scientists, Machine Learning Engineers, AI Researchers, Cybersecurity Analysts, and Penetration Testers.
- Sourced and engaged passive candidates through various channels, including LinkedIn, GitHub, specialized job boards, AI/ML communities, and cybersecurity forums.
- Conducted competency-based interviews and technical assessments to evaluate candidates' proficiency in AI frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch), cybersecurity tools (e.g., SIEM, IDS/IPS), and relevant programming languages (e.g., Python, R, Java, C++).
- Partnered with hiring managers and technical teams to define job requirements, create compelling job descriptions, and develop targeted recruitment strategies.
- Managed the end-to-end candidate experience, ensuring a seamless process from initial contact to onboarding.
- Utilized data-driven insights to optimize recruitment processes and improve key performance metrics, such as time-to-fill, quality of hire, and candidate satisfaction.
- Built strong relationships with candidates, hiring managers, and stakeholders to foster a collaborative hiring environment.
Contract Recruiter
Amazon, Microsoft, Razor
01.2018 - 11.2019
- Sourced and engaged top technical talent in AI, Machine Learning, and Data Engineering for high-growth startups and enterprise clients.
- Developed AI talent landscape reports and market insights to guide recruiting strategies and support business expansion plans.
- Built relationships with candidates and hiring managers, ensuring a seamless onboarding experience and improving offer acceptance rates by 25%.
- Implemented AI/ML certifications as a preferred qualification, resulting in a more qualified candidate pool and a 50% decrease in early-stage screening time.
- Utilized cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) knowledge to source candidates with relevant skills, enhancing the quality of hires.
Senior Techincal Recruiter
Comcast
01.2012 - 01.2018
- Sourced and engaged top technical talent in AI, Machine Learning, and Data Engineering for high-growth startups and enterprise clients.
- Developed AI talent landscape reports and market insights to guide recruiting strategies and support business expansion plans.
- Built relationships with candidates and hiring managers, ensuring a seamless onboarding experience and improving offer acceptance rates by 25%.
- Implemented AI/ML certifications as a preferred qualification, resulting in a more qualified candidate pool and a 50% decrease in early-stage screening time.
- Utilized cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) knowledge to source candidates with relevant skills, enhancing the quality of hires.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Adm
Nova Southeastern University
Davie, FL07.2001
Skills
- AI/ML Fundamentals
- Data-driven decision-making
- Cybersecurity Principles
- Technical Stack Knowledge
- Project Management
- Recruitment and retention strategies
- Start-Up Knowledge
- Technical Candidate Sourcing
Certification
- Google AI Essentials
LinkedIn Groups
- Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
- Deep Learning and AI
- AI Machine Learning Deep Learning Neural Networks Big Data
Timeline
Senior Technical Recruiter, AI/Cybersecurity
GTRI
11.2019 - Current
Contract Recruiter
Amazon, Microsoft, Razor
01.2018 - 11.2019
Senior Techincal Recruiter
Comcast
01.2012 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Science - Business Adm
Nova Southeastern University
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