Clay Cook
About Clay Cook
Clay Cook is a Manager of Technical Recruiting at Menlo Security Inc., where he has worked since 2020. He has extensive experience in talent acquisition, having previously held roles at Uptake, Zume Inc., InVision, and Brilliant™, and he supports various business units in his current position.
Current Role at Menlo Security
Clay Cook serves as the Manager of Technical Recruiting at Menlo Security Inc., a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he supports various business units, including R&D, Infrastructure, Security, IT, and Product. His focus is on recruiting top talent for technical roles, leveraging his extensive background in talent acquisition to build effective teams.
Previous Experience in Talent Acquisition
Before joining Menlo Security, Clay Cook held several positions in talent acquisition. He worked as a Lead in Talent Acquisition at Uptake from 2015 to 2018, where he contributed to the recruitment strategies in the Greater Chicago Area. He also served as a Senior Executive Recruiter at Zume Inc. for eight months in 2019, focusing on remote recruitment. Additionally, he was a Senior Recruiter for Talent Attraction at InVision from 2018 to 2019.
Educational Background
Clay Cook studied at the University of Amsterdam, where he focused on Social Sciences. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Telecommunications from Indiana University Bloomington. His educational background provides a foundation for his expertise in recruiting and talent management.
Career Transition and Specialization
Clay Cook transitioned from recruiting in Managed Services, Data Storage, Cloud Computing, and Big Data Sales to specializing in technical roles. This shift reflects his adaptability and commitment to meeting the evolving needs of the technology sector.
Personal Interests and Hobbies
In addition to his professional pursuits, Clay Cook enjoys golfing and appreciates good beer. He is also an avid soccer fan and player, which highlights his active lifestyle. He is a pet owner, with two dogs and two cats.