Head of TA

Second Front Systems (2F) is seeking an experienced and strategic Head of Talent Acquisition to lead and scale our hiring function during a critical phase of company growth. We are a mission-driven defense-technology company operating at the intersection of cutting-edge software and national security, committed to delivering transformative solutions that empower the nation’s most critical teams.

At 2F, we combine the agility of a startup with the rigor required to support government and highly regulated environments. In this role, you will own and evolve our end-to-end talent acquisition function—ensuring we attract, assess, and hire exceptional talent capable of operating in the defense-tech ecosystem. You will serve as a trusted partner to senior leadership, translating business priorities into thoughtful, scalable hiring plans while building durable systems and processes that support long-term growth.

This role is ideal for a hands-on talent leader who understands the defense-tech landscape, has experience hiring for cleared and clearance-eligible roles, and can balance strategic leadership with day-to-day operational excellence and action.

Note: This role requires U.S. citizenship due to government contract requirements. Candidates must reside in one of our approved hiring hubs:

- DC / Maryland / Virginia

- Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill, NC

- Denver / Colorado Springs, CO

- Dallas / Fort Worth, TX

WHAT YOU’LL DO

- Own and execute the company-wide talent acquisition strategy aligned to business priorities, growth plans, and budget

- Serve as a strategic advisor to the executive team and functional leaders on workforce planning, headcount prioritization, and hiring tradeoffs

- Lead hiring across technical, go-to-market, and G&A roles, with expertise in cleared and clearance-eligible hiring

- Build and scale recruiting processes, including compliance-driven hiring considerations

- Own and optimize all TA systems and tooling (ATS, interview w...