Talent Finder: The Smarter Way to Hire and Get Hired

Hiring in cybersecurity is harder than ever. Talent is scarce, job descriptions are bloated, and resumes often fail to reflect real-world readiness. 

For companies, distinguishing true technical ability from surface-level knowledge can be a challenge. For job seekers, the process can be just as frustrating. Breaking into the industry or moving up often feels like navigating a maze of vague requirements and generic job boards. 

That’s why we created OffSec’s Talent Finder, a platform designed to cut through the noise.

Talent Finder connects OffSec-certified professionals, who have proven their skills through rigorous, hands-on challenges, with organizations that value substance over surface. Whether you’re an employer searching for dependable cybersecurity talent or a candidate ready to turn your certification into a career move, Talent Finder helps close the gap between potential and opportunity, and between effort and meaningful outcomes.

The cybersecurity skills gap doesn’t mean that there aren’t enough applicants for cyber roles. The issue lies in the mismatch between available skills and those sought by security leaders. They don’t need more resumes. They need clarity and proof.

Talent Finder gives companies a direct line to OffSec-certified professionals who’ve demonstrated their real-world skills under pressure. These aren’t self-reported claims or recruiter-polished profiles. They’re proven operators who have and will “Try Harder” than others. They are the rare gems.

Hiring managers can filter these rare gems by certifications like OSCP, OSCE³, or OSED, dive into verified skill badges and learning paths, and engage directly with the exceptional individuals. No noise. No guesswork.

“Hiring cybersecurity talent is hard, and traditional interviews rarely reflect real-world ability. The process is time-consuming, unreliable, and often a gamble,” said Ning Wang, CEO of OffSec. “Practitioners understand that true skill cannot be measured through questions alone. OffSec’s hands-on assessments and certifications are the most trusted and reliable proof of ability in the industry.”

Ning adds “Talent Finder is the most reliable platform for sourcing OffSec-vetted professionals. It helps organizations confidently connect with proven talent, while giving practitioners direct access to roles that value what they have truly earned.”

Talent Finder helps you:

• Identify OffSec-vetted candidates who’ve already demonstrated technical skill, perseverance and passion
• Lower risk and lower cost hiring with cyber talent that is job-ready 
• Accelerate decision-making without relying on resumes or job boards
• Make smarter hires, build a world-class cyber team, and stay ahead of attackers

Talent Finder is available now for all Learn Enterprise customers. Log in and start building a team that’s ready to fight back.

You put in the work. You pushed through the labs, the late nights, and the setbacks. You earned your OffSec certification by proving your skills, not just memorizing answers. 

This is where Talent Finder comes in. A platform built for turning your certifications and achievements into opportunities. It’s like LinkedIn, but for cybersecurity.

Instead of chasing vague job listings or sending resumes into the void, you get direct visibility with companies that understand OffSec certifications and value practical, proven expertise. No gatekeeping. No guesswork. Just the right kind of attention from the right kind of employers.

Talent Finder helps you showcase what really matters: your persistence, your practical skills, your achievements, and your certification-backed credibility. 

• Make your skills stand out by tailoring your Talent Finder profile
• You earned your certification(s) the hard way, now showcase to prospective employers
• Feature all achievements, including badges and skill pins
• Gain visibility with top companies that care about real skills
• Skip endless job applications and recruiter ghosting

Whether you’re breaking into cybersecurity or looking to move up, Talent Finder connects you with employers who recognize and respect the effort it takes to earn your place in this field.