Jason Baker

Head of Talent

Charlotte, Metro23 yrs 8 mos experience

Highly Stable

Key Highlights

Proven track record in scaling talent acquisition teams.
Expert in data-driven recruiting strategies.
Strong focus on team engagement and candidate experience.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Talent Acquisition leader in the SaaS and Cybersecurity industries.

Contact

melanholia@gmail.com LinkedIn

Skills

Core Skills

Global Talent AcquisitionLeadershipBusiness StrategyCandidate ExperienceTalent ManagementEmployer BrandingTechnology Recruitment

Other Skills

Analytical SkillsApplicant Tracking SystemsAttraction StrategiesBehavioral AssessmentBusiness IntelligenceCRMCandidate assessmentsClear VisionClient RelationsCloud ApplicationsCloud ComputingCoachingCommercial ModelsCommunicationCompetitive Intelligence

About

Building great teams is what I do best. I’m a Talent Acquisition leader who helps global organizations hire exceptional people and scale with intention. Throughout my career, I’ve built and led data-driven, tech-enabled recruiting strategies aligned to both current and future business needs - enabling companies to attract and hire top talent worldwide. What sets my approach apart is a strong focus on team engagement. I develop high-performing TA teams by creating clarity, trust, and ownership, while balancing speed, quality, and candidate experience. By combining engaged teams with AI, automation, and analytics, I streamline hiring processes, unlock meaningful insights, and enable recruiters to focus on what matters most: building authentic relationships. From hyper-growth startups to global enterprises, I bring a forward-thinking, people-first leadership style that drives measurable outcomes, strong engagement, and lasting impact. I’m always open to connecting on: - The future of Talent Acquisition - Leadership and org design in global TA - How AI is transforming recruiting and the candidate experience

Experience

Arctic wolf

Vice President, Talent Acquisition

Jul 2024 – Present · 1 yr 8 mos · Charlotte Metro · Remote

As Global Head of Talent Acquisition at Arctic Wolf, I’m proud to lead our high-impact team building and scaling the workforce behind the leader in Security Operations. We’re fueling our team’s rapid growth by attracting top cyber talent and enabling our mission to end cyber risk — one exceptional hire at a time.

Global DeliveryGlobal Talent AcquisitionData-driven Decision MakingLeadershipEmployer BrandingWorkforce Planning

Okta

2 roles

Vice President, Global Talent Acquisition

Jan 2023 – May 2024 · 1 yr 4 mos

Inspired and led a global talent acquisition team through an extensive phase of restructuring, achieving 1,100 hires. Successfully launched Talent Acquisition efforts for Okta in India, exceeding first-year goals by 40% through innovative sourcing and employer branding strategies.

Global DeliveryGlobal Talent AcquisitionBusiness StrategyTeam LeadershipTeam ManagementWorkforce Planning+1

Vice President Talent Acquisition - Global GTM and Corporate Functions

Nov 2021 – Jan 2023 · 1 yr 2 mos

Leading and energizing Okta's Global Go-To-Market and Corporate Functions Talent Acquisition teams who fuel our 50% YoY revenue growth.

Global DeliveryCompetitive IntelligenceGlobal Talent AcquisitionCandidate assessmentsBusiness StrategyData-driven Decision Making+10

Workday

Vice President - Talent Acquisition

Aug 2018 – Nov 2021 · 3 yrs 3 mos · Charlotte, North Carolina Area

Led the global recruitment efforts for Field Sales, Presales, Go-To-Market Operations and Corporate Functions.

Global DeliveryGlobal Talent AcquisitionCandidate assessmentsData-driven Decision MakingCandidate ExperienceIntellectually Curious+6

Sap

4 roles

Head of Talent Acquisition - Americas

Promoted

Jan 2015 – Jul 2018 · 3 yrs 6 mos · Charlotte, North Carolina Area

Led the Americas Recruitment efforts for Go-to-Market (GTM) and Corporate Functions for the Cloud Business Group (CBG).

Strategic talentTalent ManagementBehavioral AssessmentCandidate ExperienceMergers & Acquisitions (M&A)Talent branding+5

Director, Global Talent Acquisition

Promoted

Apr 2011 – Apr 2014 · 3 yrs

Led the North America Recruiting efforts for Go-to-Market (GTM). Global Recruitment Leader for Financial Services and Insurance (FSI) and Active Global Support (AGS).

Talent ManagementGlobal Talent AcquisitionCandidate assessmentsData-driven Decision MakingPassive Candidate GenerationCandidate Experience+5

Recruiting Manager, SAP Professional Services - North America

Promoted

Sep 2008 – Apr 2011 · 2 yrs 7 mos

North America Talent Acquisition Leader for Professional Services Recruiting organization in North America.

Problem SolvingDoerTalent ManagementCandidate assessmentsData-driven Decision MakingCommunication+10

Senior Recruiter, SAP Professional Services

Aug 2004 – Aug 2008 · 4 yrs

Lead all recruitment efforts for our West Regional and National CRM Consulting Delivery Organizations.

Microsoft OfficeDiversity & InclusionTechnology Recruitment

Concur

Head of Talent Acquisition - Americas

Apr 2014 – Dec 2014 · 8 mos · Bellevue, WA

Led the Americas Talent Acquisition organization for Concur. The Americas was Concur's largest market and generated 85% of their global revenue. Concur Technologies was acquired by SAP America in December 2014.

Competitive IntelligenceStrategic talentTalent ManagementCandidate ExperienceAnalytical SkillsAttraction Strategies+5

Princeton optronics

Recruiting Manager

May 2001 – Oct 2002 · 1 yr 5 mos

Hired by the Venture Capital firms to transform the organization from an R&D shop into an end to end high-powered Laser supplier for commercial and military applications.

Diversity & Inclusion