Marcus Stefanide
About Marcus Stefanide
Marcus Stefanide serves as the Principal Recruiter and SkillBridge Program Manager at Converge Technology Solutions Corp. He has extensive experience in talent acquisition, particularly in cybersecurity, and has held various recruiting roles across multiple organizations since 2009.
Work at Converge Technology Solutions
Marcus Stefanide serves as the Principal Recruiter and SkillBridge Program Manager at Converge Technology Solutions Corp. since 2023. In this role, he manages all functions of the Military SkillBridge Program, which aims to assist transitioning service members in gaining civilian employment. He leads Global Cybersecurity Talent Acquisition, focusing on sourcing and recruiting professionals for various technology practices, including Artificial Intelligence, Digital Infrastructure, Advanced Analytics, and Cloud Platforms.
Previous Experience in Recruitment
Marcus has extensive experience in recruitment, having held several positions prior to his current role. He worked as a Senior Technical Recruiter at Quicken Loans for 11 months in 2017-2018. He also served as a Corporate Recruiter at CBI | Cyber Security Solutions from 2014 to 2015 and as a Senior Corporate Recruiter from 2015 to 2016. His roles at CBI included positions such as Talent Acquisition Manager and Director of Global Talent Acquisition, where he developed scalable talent acquisition programs.
Educational Background
Marcus completed his high school education at Western International High School, earning a High School Diploma. He furthered his studies at Eastern Michigan University, where he obtained a Bachelor's Degree in Electronic Media and Graphic Communication. His educational background supports his expertise in recruitment and talent acquisition within the technology sector.
Certifications and Specializations
Marcus holds multiple AIRS certifications that enhance his recruitment capabilities. These include Certified Internet Recruiter, Advanced Certified Internet Recruiter, Certified Diversity Recruiter, Certified Social Media Recruiter, and Professional Recruiter Certification. He has a distinct specialty in cybersecurity recruiting, which is reflected in his leadership role in Global Cybersecurity Talent Acquisition at Converge Technology Solutions.
Entrepreneurial Ventures
In addition to his recruitment roles, Marcus is the Founder and Principal Consultant at HireSec, LLC, a position he has held since 2017. This venture allows him to apply his expertise in talent acquisition and cybersecurity on a consultancy basis. He also serves as a Talent Advisor for the Women's Security Alliance, contributing to initiatives that support women in the cybersecurity field.