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Marshall University

Talent Acquisition and Development Specialist

🇺🇸 Huntington, WV

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $70K

💻 Cybersecurity

🗓️ May 16th, 2025

Edtech.com's Summary

Marshall University is hiring a Talent Acquisition and Development Specialist. This role focuses on student retention and professional development within the Institute for Cybersecurity, designing and implementing strategies for student success and engagement. The Specialist collaborates with faculty and industry partners to enrich the student experience and enhance the university's reputation in cybersecurity.
 
Highlights
  • Focus on student retention and professional development
  • Design and implement strategies for student success
  • Collaborate with faculty, industry partners, and alumni
  • Salary: $70,000
  • Required: MS degree in Digital Forensics, Cybersecurity, or related
  • Experience in recruitment, talent acquisition, and student development
  • Strong understanding of workforce trends and skills gaps in cybersecurity
  • Proven experience in building partnerships with external organizations

Talent Acquisition and Development Specialist Full Description

Talent Acquisition and Development Specialist
Banner Position Number  | R10857
Position Title  | Talent Acquisition and Development Specialist
Classification Title  | MURC-Other Bus Operations Spec
Department  | Institute for Cyber Security - RC2105

Job Description 
The Talent Acquisition and Development Specialist will focus primarily on student retention and the professional development of students within the Institute for Cybersecurity (ICS) at Marshall University. This role will be responsible for designing and implementing strategies that ensure student success, development, and long-term engagement with the cybersecurity programs.

The Specialist will collaborate with faculty, staff, industry partners, and alumni to foster an enriching student experience that supports career growth, enhances retention, and strengthens Marshall’s reputation in the cybersecurity field.

Location  | MURC - Marshall University Research Corporation
Salary Range  | $70,000
 
Required Qualifications 
Education
Must have an MS degree in digital forensics, cybersecurity, or a closely related discipline.

Experience  
Demonstrated experience in recruitment, talent acquisition, or student development, preferably in higher education or cybersecurity. Strong understanding of workforce trends and skills gaps in the cybersecurity industry. Proven experience in building partnerships with external organizations, including academic institutions and industry partners. Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Ability to manage multiple initiatives and collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
 
Preferred Qualifications 
Education  |
Experience  | 
 Posting Detail Information 
Posting Number  | MR0792
Open Date  | 05/14/2025
Close Date  |
Open Until Filled  | Yes
Special Instructions Summary  | 
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
  1. * Do you have a Master's Degree in Digital Forensics, Cybersecurity, or a closely related discipline? 
    • Yes
    • No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
Optional Documents

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