Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Precision Talent Solutions (“PTS,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy and security of your personal information.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you interact with our recruitment services, visit pts.careers, or communicate with our team.

PTS specializes in talent acquisition for the Defense, Diplomacy, Aid & Development, and Tech IC government-contracting sectors. We understand the sensitive nature of the information we handle and maintain the highest standards of data protection.

2. Data Controller

For purposes of applicable data-protection laws, Precision Talent Solutions acts as the data controller when determining how and why your personal data is processed and may act as a data processor on behalf of clients for specific recruitment engagements.

3. Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect the following types of personal information:

Contact Information: name, email address, phone number, mailing address
Professional Information: résumé/CV, work history, education, professional certifications, security clearances, references, LinkedIn profile
Application Data: job preferences, salary expectations, availability, willingness to relocate
Assessment Data: results from personality assessments, skills tests, video interview responses
Communication Records: email correspondence, phone notes, meeting records

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

IP address, browser type, operating system
Pages visited, time spent, links clicked
Referring website addresses
Cookies and similar tracking technologies

4. How We Collect Information

Direct Submission: job applications, emails, phone calls, meetings
Third-Party Platforms: LinkedIn, job boards, professional networks
Assessment Tools: video interview and skills testing platforms
Referrals: professional contacts, clients, colleagues
Website Interactions: contact forms, career portals, analytics

5. How We Use Your Information

Purpose	Description	Legal Basis (GDPR)
Recruitment Services	Match candidates with suitable opportunities; evaluate qualifications; conduct assessments; facilitate introductions; manage placement lifecycle	Contract performance / Legitimate interest
Communication	Respond to inquiries; coordinate interviews; send recruitment updates	Contract performance / Legitimate interest
Business Operations	Improve processes; analyze service performance; maintain records; prevent fraud	Legitimate interest / Legal obligation
Marketing (with consent)	Send newsletters; share career resources; promote PTS services	Consent
Compliance & Legal	Fulfill legal and regulatory requirements	Legal obligation

6. Information Sharing and Disclosure

Clients and Employers

We share candidate data with government-contracting clients when:

You apply for a specific position, or
Your profile matches a client’s hiring needs, and
You have given consent for representation.

Service Providers

We work with trusted partners for:

Video-interview and assessment tools
Email delivery and communication services
Cloud hosting (Microsoft 365)
Website analytics and monitoring
Background checks (with consent)

Legal Requirements

We may disclose information when required to:

Comply with laws or court orders
Enforce our terms and agreements
Protect the rights or safety of PTS, clients, or others
Investigate fraud or security issues

7. Data Retention

Data Category	Typical Retention Period	Purpose
Candidate Profiles	2–3 years	Future opportunities and record management
Client Contact Data	Duration of business relationship	Contractual necessity
Communication Records	3–5 years	Compliance and dispute resolution
Assessment Results	Up to 2 years (unless requested deleted)	Recruitment review and audit

You may request deletion of your data at any time (see Section 17).

8. Data Security

We maintain technical and organizational measures to protect data:

Encryption in transit and at rest
Secure authentication and access controls
Regular security assessments and updates
Employee training on data protection
Enterprise-grade systems (Microsoft 365 and secure assessment tools)

No internet transmission or storage is 100 % secure; we continuously work to minimize risk.

9. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

Access and Correction – obtain or update your information
Deletion – request data erasure (subject to legal retention)
Withdraw Consent – where processing is based on consent
Opt Out – unsubscribe from marketing emails or limit data collection
Portability – receive your data in a structured format
Restriction – request limited processing in certain circumstances

10. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies to:

Remember preferences and improve usability
Analyze traffic and engagement patterns

You can control cookies through browser settings.

11. Third-Party Links

Our site or communications may link to:

Client websites
Job boards
Interview and assessment tools
Professional networking sites

We are not responsible for third-party privacy practices. Please review their policies.

12. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under 18.
If we inadvertently collect data from a minor, contact us immediately for deletion.

13. International Data Transfers

PTS operates globally with staff across six continents.
Data may be processed outside your home country, including in the U.S.

Where such transfers occur, we apply Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) or other legally recognized safeguards to ensure an adequate level of protection.

PTS does not maintain an EU or UK establishment and handles EU/UK data strictly under these safeguards.

14. Data Protection and Governance

PTS has appointed its Chief Innovations Officer as the Data Privacy Contact responsible for overseeing compliance with this Policy.

Email: privacy@pts.careers

15. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in practices, technology, or legal requirements.
Significant updates will be announced by:

Posting a revised policy with a new “Last Updated” date
Emailing active candidates and clients when appropriate

16. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

California residents have the right to:

Know what personal data is collected, used, or shared
Request deletion of personal information
Opt out of any sale of personal information (PTS does not sell personal data)
Exercise these rights without discrimination

17. European Data Protection Rights (GDPR)

If you are in the EEA, you have the rights outlined in Section 9.
Our legal bases for processing include:

Contract performance – recruitment services and placements
Legitimate interest – business operations and client services
Consent – marketing communications and assessments
Legal obligation – compliance and record retention

18. Contact Us

Precision Talent Solutions
4200 Northside Parkway, Atlanta GA 30327, USA
Email: privacy@pts.careers
Website: https://pts.careers
Phone: +1 470 582 0557

We will respond to privacy requests within 30 days.

19. Consent Acknowledgment

By submitting personal information to PTS, using our services, or visiting our website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your information as described.

Your consent permits us to:

Share your information with relevant clients and employers
Conduct assessments and video interviews through approved third parties
Maintain your information in our candidate database for future opportunities
Contact you regarding suitable positions

You may withdraw consent at any time by contacting us, though this may limit our ability to provide recruitment services.