Derek Scott

Associate Director, IT Recruiting

Professional Overview
Derek Scott is an experienced IT recruiting professional serving as the Associate Director of IT Recruiting at Humana. With a strong background in recruitment, he specializes in sourcing and placing top-tier technology talent across the healthcare industry.

Experience Summary

Current Role
As the Associate Director of IT Recruiting at Humana, Derek is responsible for leading a team of IT recruiters and overseeing the full-cycle recruitment process. In this role, he has developed and implemented innovative recruiting strategies that have enabled Humana to attract and hire exceptional technical professionals. Under his leadership, Derek's team has consistently exceeded hiring goals and built a robust pipeline of diverse, high-caliber candidates.

Career Progression
Prior to joining Humana, Derek held recruiting roles at prominent insurance companies, including The Hartford and MassMutual. In these positions, he demonstrated a talent for identifying and securing in-demand technical talent, contributing to the success of various IT and software development initiatives. Derek's ability to build strong relationships with hiring managers and candidates has been instrumental in driving his career progression.

Academic Background
Derek holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from the University of Maryland, Baltimore County. During his studies, he participated in several internships, gaining valuable hands-on experience in the recruitment and HR field.

Areas of Expertise

• IT and technology recruitment

• Sourcing and screening of technical candidates

• Talent pipeline development and management

• Recruitment process optimization

• Hiring manager and candidate relationship management

• Team leadership and mentoring

Professional Impact
Throughout his career, Derek has played a pivotal role in shaping the IT talent landscape within the healthcare industry. His strategic approach to recruitment, coupled with a deep understanding of technology skills and industry trends, has enabled him to consistently deliver top-performing professionals who have contributed to the success of numerous mission-critical projects.

Conclusion
With a proven track record of excellence in IT recruitment, Derek Scott is a valued asset to Humana and the healthcare industry as a whole. His commitment to building high-performing teams and identifying best-fit talent has consistently driven impressive results and solidified his reputation as a trusted recruiting leader.