People Partner

HackerOne is a global leader in Continuous Threat Exposure Management (CTEM). The HackerOne Platform unites agentic AI solutions with the ingenuity of the world’s largest community of security researchers to continuously discover, validate, prioritize, and remediate exposures across code, cloud, and AI systems. Through solutions like bug bounty, vulnerability disclosure, agentic pentesting, AI red teaming, and code security, HackerOne delivers measurable, continuous reduction of cyber risk for enterprises. Industry leaders, including Anthropic, Crypto.com, General Motors, Goldman Sachs, Lufthansa, Uber, UK Ministry of Defence, and the U.S. Department of Defense, trust HackerOne to safeguard their digital ecosystems. HackerOne was recognized in Gartner’s Emerging Tech Impact Radar: AI Cybersecurity Ecosystem report for its leadership in AI Security Testing and has been named a Most Loved Workplace for Young Professionals (2024).

HackerOne is at a pivotal inflection point in the security industry. Offensive security is no longer optional – it is the standard for forward-thinking companies that want to build trust and resilience in a world where AI-driven innovation and adversaries are moving faster than ever. With the industry shifting, HackerOne stands apart: we combine the ingenuity of the largest security research community with a best-in-class AI-powered platform, trusted by the world’s top organizations.

HackerOne Values

HackerOne is dedicated to fostering a strong and inclusive culture. HackerOne is Customer Obsessed and prioritizes customer outcomes in our decisions and actions. We Default to Disclosure by operating with transparency and integrity, ensuring trust and accountability. Employees, researchers, customers, and partners Win Together by fostering empowerment, inclusion, respect, and accountability.

People Partner

Remote Location: Boston, MA; Austin, TX; Washington, DC

Position Summary

At HackerOne, people are the heart of how we win. The People Team shapes our culture, supports our growth, and gives every Hackeronie what they need to do great work.

We’re looking for a People Business Partner to support our GTM Revenue and Marketing teams. This role blends coaching, problem-solving, employee relations, and steady execution of core People processes. You’ll work closely with managers across a fast-moving, evolving part of the business, helping them lead with clarity and confidence through change.

You’ll join a People Team that loves good thinking, crisp execution, and practical solutions. Your work will make a direct impact on team health, manager capability, and how our people experience HackerOne at every step of their journey.

At HackerOne, we embrace a Flexible Work approach that gives us the freedom to do our best work while also fostering the connections and community that make us stronger. Reflecting this philosophy, this is a remote role targeted for candidates within ~50 miles of Washington, Austin or Boston. We believe this balance of proximity and flexibility gives Hackeronies the chance to occasionally come together – fostering collaboration, connection, and in-person moments that enrich our culture – while still preserving the benefits of remote work.

What You Will Do

• Coach managers on performance fundamentals, feedback, and team dynamics, using Change Agility to help them lead through shifting priorities.

• Support leaders through organizational change with calm, clear guidance that keeps teams grounded.

• Manage low- and medium-complexity employee relations cases from intake to resolution with sound judgment and clear documentation.

• Use Data-Driven Decision Making to spot trends and turn insights into practical recommendations that improve how teams operate.

• Partner with People Operations, Talent Acquisition, and other COEs to deliver a smooth, consistent employee experience across the lifecycle.

• Apply First Principles Problem Solving to simplify processes, remove friction, and build solutions that scale with the business.

• Use an AI-First approach to increase speed and accuracy in day-to-day work, from drafting to research to workflow improvements.

• Build strong, trusted relationships with GTM leaders through responsive communication and steady partnership.

• Contribute to People Team initiatives that strengthen how we support Hackeronies as our organization grows.

Minimum Qualifications  

• 3–5 years in an HR Generalist or HR Business Partner role.

• Experience managing employee relations cases end-to-end.

• Ability to interpret People data and translate it into actionable guidance.

• Comfort working in fast-moving environments where processes are still taking shape

• Ability to navigate ambiguity, create structure where needed, and move work forward without relying on rigid procedures

• Clear communication and sound judgment under pressure.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Workday

• Supporting Revenue or Marketing organizations

• Exposure to AI-enabled HR tools

• Working with global teams across time zones and cultures

Compensation:

Base: $105,000 - $128,000

Offers equity

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Job Benefits:

• Health (medical, vision, dental), life, and disability insurance*

• Equity stock options

• Retirement plans

• Paid public holidays and unlimited PTO

• Paid maternity and parental leave

• Leaves of absence (including caregiver leave and leave under CO's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act)

• Employee Assistance Program

*Eligibility may differ by country

We're committed to building a global team! For certain roles outside the United States, India, the U.K., and the Netherlands, we partner with Remote.com as our Employer of Record (EOR).

Visa/work permit sponsorship is not available.

Employment at HackerOne is contingent on a background check.

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