The Cyber Security Recruiter talks to John Herrick, Global Talent Acquisition Manager, IronCircle
Fri Jan 23 2026
Unlocking the Secrets of Talent Acquisition with John Herrick
In this episode of the Cybersecurity Recruiter Podcast, Thomas interviews John Herrick, a seasoned professional in the recruitment industry. They discuss John's career trajectory from a boutique agency in 2012 to his current role as a Global Talent Acquisition Manager. John shares insights on the effectiveness of ice baths, the benefits of over-communicating, and the importance of networking for finding passive candidates. He also shares personal growth tips, emphasizing the need for proactive outreach and heavy note-taking.
The conversation is enriched with anecdotes about hiring across different cultures and the importance of aligning with hiring managers. For book lovers, John recommends survival books focused on edible plants, and for podcast enthusiasts, he enjoys 'The Joe Rogan Experience.
00:00 Introduction and Ice Bath Discussion
01:07 John Herrick's Career Journey
01:42 Agency vs In-House Recruitment
02:49 The Importance of Professionalism in Recruitment
06:33 Challenges in the Current Job Market
11:45 Effective Communication with Hiring Managers
15:04 John's Promotion Journey and Key Learnings
21:49 Qualifying Roles and Passive Talent
22:48 Effective Communication with Hiring Managers
23:23 Cultural Differences in Hiring Practices
25:19 Proactive Stakeholder Engagement
26:05 Importance of Personality in Hiring
30:22 Learning from Candidates and Research
35:18 Personal Growth and Recommendations
35:47 Networking and Referrals
40:42 Final Thoughts and Reflections
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Unlocking the Secrets of Talent Acquisition with John Herrick In this episode of the Cybersecurity Recruiter Podcast, Thomas interviews John Herrick, a seasoned professional in the recruitment industry. They discuss John's career trajectory from a boutique agency in 2012 to his current role as a Global Talent Acquisition Manager. John shares insights on the effectiveness of ice baths, the benefits of over-communicating, and the importance of networking for finding passive candidates. He also shares personal growth tips, emphasizing the need for proactive outreach and heavy note-taking. The conversation is enriched with anecdotes about hiring across different cultures and the importance of aligning with hiring managers. For book lovers, John recommends survival books focused on edible plants, and for podcast enthusiasts, he enjoys 'The Joe Rogan Experience. 00:00 Introduction and Ice Bath Discussion 01:07 John Herrick's Career Journey 01:42 Agency vs In-House Recruitment 02:49 The Importance of Professionalism in Recruitment 06:33 Challenges in the Current Job Market 11:45 Effective Communication with Hiring Managers 15:04 John's Promotion Journey and Key Learnings 21:49 Qualifying Roles and Passive Talent 22:48 Effective Communication with Hiring Managers 23:23 Cultural Differences in Hiring Practices 25:19 Proactive Stakeholder Engagement 26:05 Importance of Personality in Hiring 30:22 Learning from Candidates and Research 35:18 Personal Growth and Recommendations 35:47 Networking and Referrals 40:42 Final Thoughts and Reflections