People Manager (Cybersecurity)

TL;DR

People Manager (Cybersecurity): Leading and managing day-to-day people operations in the NORAM region, partnering with local managers on hiring, development, and retention, and driving employee engagement. Focus on ensuring compliance with U.S. and Canadian labor laws, aligning local practices with global strategy, and mentoring a small People team.

Location: Hybrid in San Diego, CA

Compensation: $120,000–$180,000 base + bonus

Company

hirify.global is a global cybersecurity company with European roots and a growing presence in North America, with its U.S. office based in sunny San Diego.

What you will do

• Lead and manage day-to-day people operations in the NORAM region.
• Partner with local managers to support hiring, onboarding, development, and retention initiatives.
• Drive employee engagement and help shape the local culture.
• Support compensation, benefits, and performance cycles.
• Ensure compliance with U.S. and Canadian labor laws.
• Align local practices with global People policies and initiatives.

Requirements

• 7+ years of People/HR experience, ideally in a standalone or senior generalist role.
• Experience in international environments, balancing local needs with global strategy.
• Deep knowledge of U.S. employment law; Canadian knowledge is a plus.
• Excellent communication skills, empathy, and sound judgment.
• Comfortable managing and mentoring a small team.
• Fluent in English (written & spoken).

Nice to have

• Slovak/Czech language proficiency is a bonus.
• Experience building and improving People processes from the ground up.
• Ability to be hands-on while influencing strategy.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid work model in San Diego with autonomy over your schedule.
• Competitive base salary and annual bonus.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, plus 401(k) retirement savings.
• Generous PTO and flexible work environment.
• Opportunity to travel annually to the European HQ in Slovakia.
• Smaller, tight-knit office with a collaborative atmosphere and a chance to shape a growing People function.