Jessica Kolden
About Jessica Kolden
Jessica Kolden serves as the Talent Operations Manager at IronNet, a position she has held since 2021. With a background in talent acquisition and human resources, she has worked in various roles across multiple organizations, contributing to recruitment strategies and community outreach initiatives.
Work at IronNet
Jessica Kolden has served as the Talent Operations Manager at IronNet since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing talent acquisition strategies and operations. Her focus includes enhancing communication within the Talent Acquisition team and ensuring effective recruitment processes. Kolden has contributed to the development of comprehensive plans and initiatives aimed at improving the overall talent management framework within the organization.
Previous Experience in Talent Operations
Before joining IronNet, Jessica Kolden worked at Jacobs as the Deputy of Talent Innovation from 2019 to 2021. In this position, she played a key role in shaping talent strategies and fostering innovation within the recruitment process. Prior to Jacobs, she was a Recruiter at Insight Global for a brief period in 2016 and held the position of Intern Program Specialist at KEYW Corporation from 2016 to 2020, where she managed intern recruitment efforts.
Education and Expertise
Jessica Kolden earned a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from Christopher Newport University, where she studied from 2011 to 2015. Her educational background provides a foundation for her work in talent acquisition and human resources. Kolden's expertise includes full life cycle recruiting, community outreach, and the development of communication strategies for talent operations.
Community Outreach Initiatives
Throughout her career, Jessica Kolden has initiated and managed community outreach programs. These initiatives include forming partnerships with military organizations, universities, and high schools. Her efforts aim to enhance engagement and create opportunities for talent development within the community.
Skills in Talent Acquisition
Jessica Kolden has demonstrated skills in organizing and executing Virtual Career Fairs, which involve setting up virtual environments and training Talent Acquisition Professionals. She has also developed and maintained a SharePoint site dedicated to the Talent Acquisition team, facilitating better communication and resource sharing.