James Golbey

Senior Recruiter @ Tenable | Cyber Security/AI Recruiter

Hove, England, United Kingdom

About

As a senior recruiter at Tenable, I've spent over a decade partnering with top talent and innovative companies across the cybersecurity, cloud, and emerging tech landscapes. My passion is connecting the right people with the right opportunities that not only advance their careers but also helping to build businesses across the UK, EMEA, and the US. To enhance this mission, I strategically incorporate Artificial Intelligence into my recruitment workflow. I've been leveraging AI tools and insights to yield better search results, accelerate candidate matching, and forecast market trends, ensuring an even more precise and efficient process. With a deep understanding of market trends and a strong network, I am dedicated to delivering an exceptional, consultative experience for both clients and candidates, building lasting relationships along the way. I've also formalized my commitment to this evolving field by completing relevant AI certifications (including the recent Google AI Essentials V1), grounding my practical application in established, ethical frameworks. I am passionate about connecting people with the right opportunities and delivering exceptional service to both candidates and clients. My skills in consulting, sales, and customer service—now augmented by AI fluency—enable me to create and maintain impactful long-term relationships and partnerships. Email - [email protected] Mobile - 07545 535576 Specialist Areas Cloud Security, Mobile Device Security & Management, Email Security, Web Security, Endpoint Security, Content Security, Zero Day Malware, Advanced Persistent Threats APT, Intrusion Prevention System IPS, Intrusion Detection System IDS, Firewalls, Security Information and Event Management SIEM, SaaS Security, Virtualisation, Network Monitoring, Network Optimisation, Network Security, DDOS, Single Sign-On SSO, Authentication, ID & Access Management IAM, Vulnerability Assessment, Vulnerability Management, Data Security, Data Governance, WAN Optimisation, Storage, Cloud Computing, Big Data and MORE!! Key Functions - Sales: Account Management, Sales Management, Business Development Technology: Architects, Consultants, Pre-Sales/Systems Engineering, Professional Services Training: Cyber Instructors, Security Teachers, lecturer's etc Marketing: Product Marketing, Product Management, Marketing Management Operations: Project Management, Program Management, Operations Management And MORE!

Experience

  • Senior Recruiter - Cyber/Tech/AI at Tenable
    Oct 2021 - Present · 4 yrs 10 mos

    Tenable® is the Exposure Management company. Approximately 40,000 organizations around the globe rely on Tenable to understand and reduce cyber risk. As the creator of Nessus®, Tenable extended its expertise in vulnerabilities to deliver the world’s first platform to see and secure any digital asset on any computing platform. Tenable customers include approximately 60 percent of the Fortune 500, approximately 40 percent of the Global 2000, and large government agencies. As a member of the Talent Acquisition team, I provide support for all aspects of the recruiting for GTM and Tech roles across EMEA. I am responsible for delivering all facets of recruiting success throughout the company. I achieve this through the development of local, national, and global recruiting plans, employing traditional sourcing strategies and resources as well as developing new, creative recruiting ideas. I play a critical role in ensuring we are hiring the best possible talent for Tenable. Currently have placed over 150+ candidates in EMEA!

  • Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist - Cyber Security, Cloud & Emerging Tech at QA Ltd
    Nov 2018 - Oct 2021 · 3 yrs

    QA is one of the largest learning services organisations in the UK, developing skills and capabilities for everyone from apprentices to business leaders. Headquartered in London, but with a nationwide network of state-of-the-art training centres, QA Group is comprised of four fast-growing divisions- QA Learning, QA Apprenticeships, QA Consulting and QA Higher Education- all of which deliver innovative and cutting edge skills solutions to UK organisations. Successfully placed over 150+ candidates in the UK!

  • Principal Consultant - Cyber Security at Adeptis Group
    May 2018 - Nov 2018 · 7 mos

    Adeptis is a Global Leader in Cyber Security Staffing. Recruiting Cyber Security professionals from graduate to CISO level on behalf of clients seeking to protect their digital and physical assets from the rapidly changing and ever-growing threat of Cyber Crime. Within Adeptis, I worked retained and contingency search with dedicated, multilingual country teams focused on servicing the UK, DACH (Germany, Austria, Switzerland), and France. Client examples include CheckPoint, Qualys, DUO, etc. Was head-hunted by QA for a new role.

  • expand executive search (3 yrs)
    • Senior Consultant - Cyber Security, Cloud & Tech
      May 2017 - May 2018 · 1 yr 1 mo

      Within Expand, I headed up the Cyber and Cloud division and secured and built highly successful relationships with many companies globally. We helped innovative start-ups to launch and global corporations to build new cyber and cloud-focused divisions. Client examples include Balabit, Qualys, Varonis, BlueCoat (Symantec) Venifi etc. Project examples include – Sales VP EMEA, Sales Director, Director of Engineering, Senior Engineers, Marketing Director, Inside Sales etc. Additional responsibilities include supporting in delivering Expand’s own marketing strategy, training, and company brand.

    • Cyber Security Recruiter
      Jun 2015 - May 2017 · 2 yrs

      Since we were founded in 1998, we’ve grown a strong reputation for attracting and placing high-calibre individuals. We work closely with you to develop both your career and your business. In September 2017 expand was awarded the Investors in People Platinum Standard and has won numerous awards for our People strategies. We are proud of the business we are building. Our strengths lie in the depth of our market knowledge and the longevity of our relationships in the communications, technology and media sectors. We advise and support those we work with to help them achieve success. We find individuals that are ordinarily difficult to find within our core markets of Digital, Technology and Telecommunications. We believe in relevance and suitability, not the quantity of choices. Our track record ● 95% of our clients agree that we fulfilled the specific requirements of their roles. ● On average we deliver projects in under 4 weeks from engagement to presentation of shortlist. ● The majority of our clients have worked with us for more than 3 years. ● Our clients engage 77% of the potential individuals we shortlist. Check out - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5FdpqcsFY7Y

  • Assistant Sales Manager at The Stag Company
    Feb 2012 - Jun 2015 · 3 yrs 5 mos