Austin M.

About Austin M.

I am a Communications Specialist with a diverse background in politics, marketing, and recruiting. As a recruiter, I have provided staffing solutions for numerous Fortune 500 clients across a range of industries, but I have a particular passion for engineering, especially in the Aerospace and Defense sector. Currently, I am a Technical Recruiter with Barbaricum. If you want to be a part of a global team of highly-skilled specialists supporting Mission Critical programs, reach out to me today. At Barbaricum, we strive to constantly innovate and push the boundaries in order to enable the best possible solutions for our clients, especially in National Security. We believe in maintaining a healthy balance in all aspects of our work, including the well-being of our team and the impact on our communities, while always upholding our duty to serve.Please note that my views on LinkedIn are my own and do not represent those of Barbaricum or the Department of Defense.

Experience

1. Technical Recruiter Assistant Facility Security Officer

   Barbaricum

   Dec 2022 — Present · Tampa, FL, US

   Full-Cycle Recruitment: Manage end-to-end recruitment processes, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, candidate submissions, and contract/compensation negotiations for cleared DoD positions at CONUS and OCONUS SCIFs.• Specialized Talent Acquisition: Fill critical roles across Aerospace, Data Science, Hardware Design, Intelligence, Networking/IT, Cybersecurity, and other technical and non-technical domains, supporting positions with clearance levels from Public Trust to Top Secret/SCI with Polygraph.• Proposal Development: Collaborate with business development teams to author GovCon proposals for DoD and adjacent federal agencies, aligning candidate pipelines with contract specifications and client expectations.• Stakeholder Collaboration: Provide daily candidate recommendations and status briefings to Program Managers and key stakeholders, ensuring alignment with hiring objectives and program requirements.• Employee Engagement: Perform employee engagement tasks to improve retention, satisfaction, and alignment with organizational goals.• AI Integration Leadership: Lead the team in adopting AI and large language model (LLM) tools to streamline recruitment workflows. Develop and share optimized prompts, identify use cases, and train colleagues on leveraging technology for sourcing, screening, and process automation.• Passive Candidate Sourcing: Source passive candidates using advanced methods and platforms, including ClearanceJobs, LinkedIn Recruiter, and specialized talent networks.• DoD Compliance Expertise: Earn certifications in DoD security compliance, enhancing understanding of requirements for cleared positions and ensuring alignment with government hiring standards.• ATS and Database Management: Manage Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and proprietary candidate databases to maintain accurate records, track recruitment metrics, and ensure compliance with federal reporting standards.

Education

• Penn State University

  Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Communication Arts & Sciences

  2009 — 2014

• Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks

  Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Global Studies