Debbie Kliman, PHR, SHRM-CP

Serving as a Recruiter for Cyberstrike, I connect candidates to their future employer and assist them with the next chapter in their career. Cyberstrike is a specialized recruitment firm dedicated exclusively to the federal sector. We support the DoD, Intelligence Community, federal agencies, and GOVCON partners with the cleared, hard-to-find talent they need to win and deliver programs. Our entire operation is designed around the speed, precision, and security demands of government contracting. Whether it’s a task order deadline or a long-term ramp-up, we move fast, and we get it right. We provide professionals across all clearance levels - from Public Trust to TS/SCI and Full Scope Polygraph - mainly in the following areas: Cybersecurity Systems & Software Engineering Data & Artificial Intelligence Electrical & Mechanical Engineering GOVCON leaders choose us because we understand the stakes of federal contracting. That’s why program leaders and TA teams trust us to: Source highly cleared talent from an exclusive, off-market network Fill urgent roles within days - not weeks Navigate complex clearance, labor category, and contract requirements Deliver professionals who hit the ground running We support all contract types - W2, 1099, C2C - with flexible delivery models including: Contingent search Retained engagements Embedded talent acquisition support 🎯 100% government-focused – we serve only the federal ecosystem ⚡ 90% of roles filled in 10 days – without sacrificing quality 💰 Fees 20–70% lower than traditional firms – with guaranteed delivery 🔧 Flexible delivery models – built around your operational needs 🛡️ Trusted & ethical – ASA members committed to cleared recruiting done right We build long-term, strategic partnerships - not transactions. Whether you're staffing a single cleared role or deploying an entire team, Cyberstrike is your trusted partner. We deliver the talent that moves missions forward.

Serving as a Fractional HR Consultant for this cyber security start up-company my work focuses on the implementation of the organization’s first-ever HRIS, building a scalable HR infrastructure from the ground up to support growth, and providing HR guidance tailored to this organization's unique stage and needs.

Serving as a Fractional HR Consultant supporting Arcadia University. My work focused on employee benefits strategy, communications, project planning, and open enrollment execution. Also assisted with employee relations by enhancing communication and ensuring the situation was documented thoroughly and resolved with care.

Reporting directly to the President and serving as a key member of the Executive Leadership Team, I focused on HR operational excellence and enterprise-wide initiatives that drove business success. Following Sabre’s acquisition by CM Equity Partners in September 2024, I was promoted to a member of the Executive Leadership Team. I managed 7 employees (5 full time, 1 part time, and 1 intern) with a hands-on, people-first leadership approach focused on employee engagement, development, and retention. Managed multiple budgets exceeding $2.7 million, I drove strategies across talent acquisition, talent management, employee relations, benefits administration, performance management, and organizational development. Additionally, I oversaw the strategic direction of recruiting, employee benefits, vendor negotiations, and HR compliance, including HR representation in CMMI audits. Key Achievements & Impact • Optimized Benefits Strategy: Led three Insurance Broker and 401(k) Financial Advisor RFPs, securing high-impact, cost-effective solutions—resulting in six-figure savings while maintaining competitive benefits. • Enterprise Learning Transformation: Implemented a new Learning Management System (LMS) to replace Sabre’s limited training curriculum which delivered expanded employee development opportunities at no additional cost. • Talent Retention & Engagement: Spearheaded innovative retention and engagement programs, including wellness initiatives, leadership development sessions, onboarding enhancements, and Sabre’s Reachout Program. • Workplace Culture & Employee Experience: Led the employee engagement survey in collaboration with People Vector, driving actionable insights to enhance workplace culture and organizational effectiveness. With a results-driven, cost-conscious mindset and a keen attention to detail, I am committed to fostering a high-performing, people-centric organization during this exciting phase of growth and transformation.

Previous owner of Search No More, Inc. The company provided employers a set of services that complimented current human resources and/or staffing resources or provided them with a complete outsourcing solution.

Responsible for utilizing effective college and/or diversity recruiting strategies obtained at Verizon Wireless to support aggressive summer intern and college hire plans. In less than 4 months successfully filled 68 Finance/Accounting positions including summer interns, college hires for rotational programs, and internal lateral moves and promotions. Remained in contact with previous interns and successfully filled 67% of Finance Rotational Program openings with intern conversions.

Responsible for building a nationwide campus presence for Verizon Wireless and branding Verizon Wireless as an employer of choice. Introduced and implemented Rotational Programs to attract upcoming college graduates. Maintained a 100% retention rate for candidates hired into Human Resources and Information System Rotational Programs. While focusing on diversity recruiting, consistently maintained a 70% or more success rate of filling external positions with minorities and/or women. Developed an in-house Recruitment Training Course that included modules on internet recruiting, direct sourcing, networking, attending career fairs, screening, and developing slates of candidates. Deliverables included the creation of a pre-test, post-test, participant’s guide, and facilitator’s guide. Facilitated the mandatory training which was rolled out to the 150+ nationwide Verizon Wireless recruiters.

Responsibilities included the management of all human resource functions for the Philadelphia tri-state region of over 1,300 employees including employee relations, recruiting, benefits administration, employee development, compensation, employee recognition, safety, security, community outreach, and departmental budgeting. Oversaw staff of 11 HR and training professionals; served as a senior staff member to the Regional President. Responsibilities included presenting quarterly reviews; employee relations’ issues including: sexual harassment, discrimination, and employee/manager disputes; and managing all recruiting efforts and improving employee retention. Safety and security responsibilities included forming a crisis response/evacuation team; developing a crisis response plan; and preparing for a Workers’ Compensation audit. Training responsibilities included: Civil Treatment, Union Awareness, Survival Skills for New Managers, Human Resources Day, and various leadership classes.

Responsibilities included all human resource functions for six offices consisting of 125 employees. Primary responsibilities included exempt and non-exempt recruiting, benefit administration, and new hire orientation. Extensive knowledge in administration of comprehensive major medical plans, Responsible for the divisional administration of the 401(k) investment plans. Responsible for the development and administration of company policies and procedures. Responsible for ensuring company compliance according to established Affirmative Action Plan (AAP). Acted as a company representative in an OFCCP audit. Participated in development of a Drug Free Workplace Program and the Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Responsible for employee relations issues such as: sexual harassment, discrimination, wage garnishments, and involuntary terminations. Conducted employee seminars on various topics: Affirmative Action; Drug Free Workplace, and Benefit Overviews.