Harry Patrick Johnson

About Harry Patrick Johnson

As a dedicated IT Technical Recruiter currently with Tekgence Inc and previously with Activesoft Inc & Spark Tek Inc and Lucid Technologies Inc, I bring forth a proven track record of sourcing, identifying, and securing top-notch IT professionals. My expertise stretches across a range of recruitment types, including Permanent, Contract to Hire, and Contract Positions. Throughout my career, I\'ve honed a strong understanding of tax terms such as W2, 1099, & Corp-to-Corp. I specialize in recruiting diverse talents like US Citizens, GC\'s, EAD\'s, and H1B holders, aligning with the client\'s specific job requirements. Equipped with a firm grasp on leading job sites like Monster and Career Builder, I\'ve developed a knack for creating effective search strings and filtering through hundreds of resumes to identify the best fit for each role. This knack, paired with strong negotiation skills, has allowed me to excel in compensation discussions and detailed reference checks. Additionally, my experience extends to obtaining feedback from account managers, preparing and formatting candidate resumes as per client requirements, and creating compelling candidate bios. Whether recruiting entry-level professionals or senior-level executives, I ensure each candidate\'s skills are adequately evaluated and presented. I leverage my professional network, particularly on LinkedIn, and employee referrals to recruit in-depth applicants for contract, contract-to-perm, and permanent positions. Besides, my skill set includes strategic sourcing, organization skills, resource management, and HR management. I\'m also well-versed in applicant tracking systems and demonstrate strong leadership and interpersonal communication skills. My career in technical recruiting is driven by a passion for connecting talented individuals with opportunities that help them thrive. I look forward to continuing to bring this passion and dedication to my work in the IT recruitment field. Please feel free to reach out for any potential IT hiring needs or if you\'re an IT professional seeking new opportunities.

Experience

1. Talent Acquisition Specialist

   Tekgence Inc

   Aug 2025 — Present · IN

   US IT Recruiting Experts in Cloud, Networking & Infrastructure Engineering • Requirement Gathering & PlanningWork with hiring managers, IT leads, or project managers to understand infrastructure needs (e.g, VMware, Cisco, Azure, AWS, Citrix, O365, Network Security).Define job descriptions, technical skill requirements, and candidate profiles.Prioritize roles based on business impact and project deadlines.• Sourcing CandidatesUse job boards, LinkedIn, Boolean strings, GitHub, and niche communities (e.g, Spiceworks, Cisco forums) to source infrastructure talent.Leverage employee referrals and vendor networks.Proactively build a pipeline for common roles like Network Engineer, Systems Admin, Cloud Engineer, DevOps Engineer, Security Engineer.• Screening & ShortlistingConduct resume screening for relevant certifications and tools (e.g, CCNA/CCNP, VMware VCP, Azure/AWS, ITIL).Pre-screen candidates to check hands-on experience with infrastructure technologies.Evaluate communication skills, problem-solving mindset, and willingness to work in shifts (common in infra support).• Interview CoordinationCoordinate technical interviews with SMEs (Subject Matter Experts).Prepare candidates with interview expectations (infra troubleshooting, scenario-based questions).Gather structured feedback and manage candidate expectations.• Candidate Engagement & NegotiationMaintain strong communication throughout the hiring process.Negotiate offers, focusing on factors like shift allowances, on-call support, and certifications.Ensure smooth onboarding by aligning IT access and infrastructure project timelines.• Compliance & ReportingMaintain recruitment metrics: time-to-fill, source effectiveness, offer-to-join ratio.Ensure compliance with HR policies, data protection, and diversity hiring practices.Report weekly/monthly hiring status to stakeholders.

Education

• Olivet Grammer High School

  SSC

• Global Juniour Collage

  CEC

• St Mary's centenary degree college

  B.com (Taxation and Procedures), Tax Law/Taxation

  2019 — 2022