Building Relationships and Navigating Cybersecurity Recruitment with Mariah Haag

In this episode of the Cyber Security Recruiter podcast, host Thomas is joined by Mariah Haag, a Security Project and Talent Manager at Stratum Security, which has recently merged with Cyber Advisors. They discuss the organized chaos of managing client demands, Mariah’s career progression from retail management to cybersecurity recruitment, and the vital role of building relationships within the industry.

Mariah emphasizes the importance of setting SMART goals, getting out of one's comfort zone, and maintaining work-life balance. She also shares insights on the law of attraction and recommends reading 'The Secret' and Top Biller, by Steve Guest, a recruitment book that offers practical advice from one of the top recruiters in the world.

Throughout the episode, they highlight the benefits and challenges of remote work, the value of in-office experiences, especially for newcomers, and how to leverage every interaction for personal and professional growth.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome

01:04 Mariah's Career Journey

02:40 Building Relationships in Recruitment

06:30 The Importance of Stepping Out of Your Comfort Zone

12:02 Practical Tips for Relationship Building

15:02 The Power of Positive Thinking and Goal Setting

20:21 Achieving Short-Term Goals

21:22 The Importance of Fun at Work

23:38 Understanding SMART Goals

25:11 Balancing Work and Personal Life

28:00 The Value of Office Culture

36:24 Final Thoughts and Recommendations