Proof from both sides of the search

Thirty-six people put it in writing.

Security and technology leaders describe what RED SKY delivered against a live requirement. Recruiters and account managers describe what it is like to work the search floor that produced it. Both records are published here, unedited beyond trimming.

  • 7 Fortune 10 clients served
  • Over 50% of the Fortune 100 served
  • 22 Client notes on record
  • 14 Verified staff reviews
  • 1,250+ Searches closed to date
  • 96% Placement success rate
  • 84% Still in seat at 18 months
  • 310+ Security leaders placed

Client notes

What hiring leaders wrote after the requirement closed.

Every note below came from a security, technology, or programme leader inside an organisation RED SKY has staffed. Employer names stay held by default. The role, the scale band, and the sector are published so the reader can weigh the source.

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Fortune 10 Technology

RED SKY is in the company of very few in a crowded Cybersecurity and IT industry. RED SKY is truly flush with problem solvers with one of the highest client-centric levels of care that I have ever witnessed. They truly listen, then take action and get results. The RED SKY Team and Séan have my highest recommendation. I would encourage anyone to leverage their services.

Mike W. Senior Executive

Client name held by agreement

Professional services

Technology hiring
Fortune 10 Technology

Thank you for partnering with us to recruit top professionals for our technology and cybersecurity services groups. The process was streamlined; you understood our business needs, partnered with us, and you delivered top executive and non-executive level talent to fill our business needs. Even as we consulted during the augmentation, RED SKY was on the same page with us throughout the entire process. I've worked with staffing firms all over North America; no doubt, you've certainly demonstrated that you're a leader in providing staffing and consulting solutions. RED SKY has earned our business and I look forward to continuing to work with you for our staff augmentation, professional services, and executive placement solutions.

Courtney C. Senior Executive

Client name held by agreement

Executive placementPrecision staffingProfessional services

Technology hiring
Top 20 US bank Financial services

Séan and his RED SKY team were successful at finding an excellent candidate for a challenging VP level role I was attempting to fill in the Cybersecurity field. The team did an outstanding job of finding quality candidates and I am grateful and appreciative for the hard work and professionalism he and his team brought into the search. I have used RED SKY on several Cybersecurity searches for all levels of roles and I am impressed by their knowledge of the candidates and the skillsets needed for various roles in Cybersecurity.

Top 25 US private company Consumer manufacturing

RED SKY is instrumental in finding the security resources we need. RED SKY took the time to really understand what we were looking for, found the talent we needed in a highly competitive market, and made the entire recruiting process easy and efficient. Séan and his RED SKY Team were always available to answer any questions we had about candidates. If you're looking for top talent in the cybersecurity space, I highly recommend Séan and RED SKY.

Fortune 150 Insurance

Séan and his staff at RED SKY have the rare ability to bring top talent together and to build deep relationships with significant individuals and organizations. RED SKY brings this to every engagement. Whether tech, cyber or creative, Séan and RED SKY aligns people that might otherwise pass each other by, and enables them to create partnerships of success.

Fortune 10 Healthcare

Séan and I engaged and his organization's level of interest was way beyond matching a job with a person. It was apparent he cared both about the company and the people whose position he was filling as well as the people he sent to apply. All the time working hard to make sure the applicant has all the info to put their best foot forward. This is truly the way to make sure you place people in positions to succeed, much more important than filling the position.

Patrick E. Technology leader

Client name held by agreement

Executive placement

Healthcare hiring
Fortune Global 200 Financial services

Séan is one of the most infectiously enthusiastic people I've encountered in my entire career. His optimistic approach seems to inspire all around him. I've had the pleasure of knowing Séan for about four months now, and in that time he has impressed me as one of the few recruiters who truly understands the business and our requirements. As either a recruiter or just for career advice, Séan earns my highest recommendation.

Top 25 US private company Consumer manufacturing

I've had the great opportunity of knowing and working frequently with RED SKY and Séan for little more than 1 year now and in that time I have known Séan to be a top-notch business partner. He is taking on all challenges, no matter routine or extra challenging, in the same pragmatic, focused and tenacious manner. He is a realist who has no issues with articulating the realities and the possibilities based on real market conditions, while willing to shoot for the stars. RED SKY has a deep network of highly skilled individuals even in the tightest of markets. RED SKY does impeccably what I need a partner to do. Solve problems.

Fortune 250 Communications infrastructure

Séan and RED SKY have been great partners. Always professional, responsive, and more importantly there with the solutions we need, when we need them. They've been a great asset for me in the last two companies I have worked for and I will undoubtedly lean on them in the future to help us find the talent and solutions we need.

Fortune 300 Consumer manufacturing

Séan and his team provide amazing support and do a fantastic job at aligning the right candidate to the right role. Their professionalism is top-notch. Séan and his team's expertise in IT especially in Cybersecurity cannot be topped by any other firm in the business. In addition, working with RED SKY to find excellent candidates is hassle-free and they will bring you the best candidates possible. I used them to find my security architect and could not have found a more perfect candidate. I am impressed with the high-caliber candidates they bring to the table and the process they follow to vet them in advance before presenting them to you as a client.

Christine V. Chief Information Security Officer

Client name held by agreement

Executive placementPrecision staffing

Retail and consumer hiring
Top 50 US private company Consumer manufacturing

Séan and RED SKY Consulting did a fantastic job finding my current position. The people I work with are a wonderful testament to what a great fit this placement has been. Séan personally worked with me and acted as liaison between the company and I during a fairly long hiring process. He kept me informed throughout my engagement with his company. Séan takes extra time to get and know the executives he's recruiting and develops a relationship with them. Months later, he still keeps in touch but unlike many other recruiters I've met, he is genuinely interested in my acclimation and job satisfaction, rather than simply looking to place more people into my organization.

Global hospitality group Hospitality

Over the several years, I've had the fortunate experience of getting to know Séan. Séan is very detailed and brings a high degree of energy to the table. He is amazingly thorough and goes to painstaking lengths to understand not only the objectives of the company seeking to fill the position but the candidates themselves. He makes himself continuously available to answer questions and really strives to understand the needs and objectives of all parties involved. I would definitely work with Séan again.

Matt Z. Chief Information Security Officer

Client name held by agreement

Executive placement

Hospitality
Cloud communications provider Communications infrastructure

Working with Séan is a pleasure. He is concise, informative, full of energy, and does his homework really well. He is someone who does not give you a quick, but rather the best solution.

Fortune 250 Insurance

Séan is very thorough and professional and really understood both what his client wanted as well as what I was looking for and how to match that to his client's needs. His preparation and advice leading up to interviews was thorough and really helped me prepare to make a positive impression. I would recommend Séan and RED SKY highly to any organization looking to fill a difficult position with top talent.

Fortune 100 Retail and consumer

Séan is a driven leader going beyond expectations in finding folks to meet project and staffing needs. Séan took the time to understand my needs and then leveraged the resources of his firm RED SKY Consulting to assist and get fantastic results.

Michael S. Senior technology leader

Client name held by agreement

Precision staffingProfessional services

Retail and consumer hiring
Fortune 50 Communications infrastructure

I have had a great working relationship with RED SKY for many years. They take the time to understand my requirements and find people who meet my needs quickly. RED SKY is always responsive and values our business relationship. I would highly recommend them for your staffing needs.

Global technology company Technology

RED SKY understood our business needs, listened closely to us, partnered with us, and most importantly, delivered. They have a unique ability to uncover very difficult-to-find candidates. Their contractors have all exceeded expectations. I strongly recommend the services RED SKY Consulting provides.

Allan S. VP of Information Technology

Client name held by agreement

Precision staffing

Technology hiring
National health system Healthcare

The team at RED SKY Consulting have been very responsive and effective in finding professionals for our projects. The people at RED SKY have been personable and easy to work with, and they have proven to be a great resource for us.

Richard B. Chief Information Officer

Client name held by agreement

Precision staffingProfessional services

Healthcare hiring
Fortune 50 Retail and consumer

RED SKY and I have worked together for over six years. During that time, RED SKY listened to our needs when looking for resources, was fair and ethical in our business dealings, and found us extremely qualified candidates. Séan has always been personable, professional, and someone who gets the job done using creative approaches when traditional ways are not working. I would highly recommend Séan and RED SKY Consulting to anyone looking for permanent or temporary staffing needs.

Global information services group Professional services

RED SKY is a contingency search firm I first engaged about 3 years ago for IT searches. I've had multiple search firms engaged on these searches, and yet RED SKY has consistently delivered the best candidate quality and volume, far surpassing the other firms. I have recommended RED SKY to other members of my team, and they are exceeding their expectations as well. I highly recommend RED SKY for both permanent and contract employment.

Kenneth L. Corporate Recruiter

Client name held by agreement

Precision staffing

Professional services
Global research and advisory firm Professional services

RED SKY has been a great partner to us. They helped us recruit qualified staff with skill mixes that are difficult to find, and have provided us with effective staff augmentation when projects or workloads have temporarily overwhelmed our regular staff.

Clayton G. Executive Director and Partner

Client name held by agreement

Precision staffing

Professional services
Global law firm Legal

Séan and his colleagues at RED SKY are very thorough, detailed orientated, and professional. Probably the most professional firm that I have worked with. Very highly recommended.

Pat P. Chief Information Security Officer

Client name held by agreement

Professional services

Legal

Staff reviews

What the search floor says when the review is public.

These are Glassdoor reviews written by current and former RED SKY recruiters, account managers, and operators. Each card links to the original. Nothing here was solicited, edited for tone, or written under a byline RED SKY controls.

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RSC is the place to be

Looking for a new corporation is difficult, but especially in a remote setting, you want to make sure you enjoy the personalities of your coworkers. I can honestly say, everyone here is great. [Leadership] are spectacular leaders but most importantly they have personality and heart. My superiors at RED SKY make me feel valued and my hard work is appreciated. Our commission plans are spectacular and Séan provides us with a heavy base to assure we are motivated and feel fairly compensated for the work we do. The recruiting team, as a whole, is very supportive of team wins. It is not out of the norm to receive 5 congratulatory emails after a team announcement that your candidate received an offer. We work hard, but we laugh a lot and have fun. The money combined with the company culture is what will make me stay here for years to come.

Great company

The owner is a visionary who is very passionate about Cyber Security and promoting good will to his team. He empowers his team to manage their business and gives them all the necessary tools to make them successful. RED SKY Consulting is light years ahead of their competition when it comes to understanding the market and the quality candidates we have in our resource pool.

Outstanding and very fast growing company

RED SKY is very family-oriented and empathetic to not only employees but also customers. The company is very supportive of employees and ensures they continue to develop and grow in their professional careers. All employees are encouraged to be action-oriented and to take calculated risks. Employees are provided with the best tools to help ensure their success. A tremendous culture exists in which employees always strive for perfection and excellence with a sense of urgency and attention to detail. And lastly, the business is growing at an incredible rate due to a highly engaged and effective workforce.

RED SKY and team are doing it right

I am a former employee at RED SKY and worked in the Recruiting Department and also collaborated with the Account Management Team. These groups are some of the most professional and talented people that I have worked with. The internal groups truly care about employees thriving and becoming and staying successful. RED SKY truly stands by what their branding states. They are customer-centric and take the time to become a partner for their customers.

Unparalleled culture and professionalism

RED SKY and the culture Séan has built out is unparalleled in their industry. He truly cares about the success of his employees, clients and business partners. Combined with Séan's depth of knowledge in the IT and security space and a group of passionate professionals, you can be sure that his team will deliver results. Many of their clients are Fortune 100 companies, which is testament to RED SKY's ability to build meaningful and deep business partnerships. There is a lot of opportunity for growth, and you will learn a lot.

Great team and great resource to have

Helped me find a high level position with a Fortune 100 corporation. During a pandemic interviewing was a challenge but the team was very helpful. Easy to work with and always there if you have a question. They will work hard for you.

Recognizable clients, real ownership

Working at RED SKY has been a great experience so far. The clients we work with in the IT and Cybersecurity space are recognizable household name types of companies which has been fun. It is a challenging yet rewarding position and I feel like my opinions and ideas are valued here. The team is great to work with and our CEO has established himself as an expert in the Cybersecurity community which opens the door to a lot of opportunities.

Amazing culture and great organization

RED SKY is a great place to work. Séan is a fantastic boss. He and leadership care about the staff. Séan really knows his way around the business. He and the leadership team are experimental, creative and try new ways of conducting business, managing the team and engaging with clients. The ability to make great money through base and commission, progress and advance in your career, get training, and have work life balance is here. The people are fun, very friendly and we worked in a collaborative team environment. There are tons of big national and global clients that RED SKY has developed fantastic relationships with. The culture and values are solid.

Great environment and people who care

The opportunity to make a lot of money, if you work for it. This isn't your 9 to 5 but if you aren't making a six figure income then you are not doing things correctly. Séan has great clients, with great relationships that trust him as their advisor and often the roles are exclusive. Séan is fair, has a good heart and a good head on his shoulders to make the right decisions to keep the company growing. Even through the pandemic he secured new clients, new reqs, and closed a lot of business.

Dream job for hard-working recruiters

Working at RED SKY has been such a pleasure. As a dedicated recruiter myself, I couldn't ask for a better company to work for. This place is a recruiter's dream job. There's unlimited opportunity to earn a 6-figure salary, as long as you work hard and close deals, which is not impossible to do given all the support and tools by the company. You can talk to management on just about anything and everything under the sun. The company is being headed by an owner and CEO who is always willing to listen and very easy to talk to. He is fair with his decisions, and his priorities are always aligned to the benefit of his employees. The clients are mostly within Fortune 250 companies, organizations which are easily recognized by anyone. All of us work harmoniously with each other, and you can be sure that help will come if you need it.

Challenging and exciting industry

Growing company; opportunity for growth and to expand upon skills. Flexibility and work remote days. Tight knit team with a focus on a positive, fun and collaborative company culture.

A dream work environment

RED SKY Consulting is a dream work environment. Great work life balance. Séan and [the leadership team] work hard to make sure that we are never light on requirements. The money is very nice and easily obtainable as long as you are putting in the work.

Excellent company

This is a GREAT Company to work for. The Leadership Team is completely in touch with the business. This is by far the most employee friendly company that I have worked in. Professional, hard working, top notch employees. Additionally, they really know their business and are really all about the relationship.

Great company and management

I have been working at RED SKY for almost 2 years. I can say that the CEO and owner Séan Donovan is a great leader and has a lot of knowledge within the Staffing and Recruiting world. Management is also really in tune with the employees, clients and contractors. There is a lot of compassion and respect within the team, along with a great work life balance. The company is booming, so there is a lot of opportunity for growth and career development. Finally, the commission structure is like nothing I've ever seen before. If you are driven and money motivated this is the place to be.

Hiring leaders

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Working here

The reviews above were written by people who applied once.

RED SKY hires recruiters and account managers into a desk that runs Fortune-scale requirements. The commission structure and the client list are the two things every review mentions.

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AutoZone

Bank of America

Baxter

BP

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Cardinal Health

Centene Corporation

Ceridian

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CNA

Costco Wholesale

CVS Health

Disney

Emerson

Farmers Insurance

Federal Reserve System

Fifth Third Bank

Fresenius Medical Care

Gates

General Electric (GE)

Google

Harley-Davidson

HBC (Hudson's Bay Company)

HCSC (Health Care Service Corporation)

Ingram Micro

Johnson Controls

Kaiser Permanente

Lenovo

Levi's

Marathon

McCormick

McKesson

MGM

Morningstar

Motorola

NBC

New York Life

NielsenIQ

Nike

Northern Trust

Prudential

Ricoh

Saks Fifth Avenue

SC Johnson

Snapchat

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Target

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Trek

UnitedHealth Group

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Visa

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