Business Details
26 Years
experience
IT Staffing & Placement Services in Cleveland, OH
Founded in 2000, Maverick Direct has established itself as a trusted leader in IT staffing solutions. Our team brings decades of combined experience in recruiting, sales, and management, serving clients across Northeastern Ohio. As a certified Woman-Owned Business by the National Women Business Owners Corporation, we prioritize integrity, industry expertise, and long-term relationships with clients and consultants. Our seasoned professionals, many with over 10 years at Maverick, specialize in connecting IT talent with businesses through contract, contract-to-hire, and permanent placement services.We pride ourselves on understanding both emerging and legacy technologies, ensuring tailored solutions for evolving IT needs. Our commitment to transparency and personalized service has fostered enduring partnerships with core clients and a consultant base spanning decades. Recognized for excellence in sales and community leadership, we remain dedicated to supporting veterans and advancing IT careers. With a focus on stability and adaptability, Maverick Direct continues to deliver reliable staffing solutions in a dynamic industry.
Services
Contract Placement
Contract-to-Hire
Permanent Placement
Java Development
Oracle Solutions
C# ASP.net
VB.net
Helpdesk Support
Networking
Technical Support
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- Certified Woman-Owned Business with industry recognition
- 25+ years of IT staffing expertise in Northeastern Ohio
- Team members with 10+ years of tenure at Maverick
- Proven success in placing candidates across IT disciplines
- Longstanding client relationships built on trust and results
Associations and certifications
- National Women Business Owners Corporation (NWBOC)
Services
Contract Placement
Our contract placement service provides skilled IT professionals for short- or long-term projects. We match candidates with client needs across technologies, ensuring seamless integration into existing teams. Clients benefit from flexibility while accessing specialized expertise without long-term commitments.
Contract-to-Hire
This hybrid solution offers a 6-month trial period with 0% placement fee upon successful completion. Clients evaluate candidates in real-world scenarios before committing to permanent hires, reducing risk while maintaining access to top-tier IT talent.
Permanent Placement
We specialize in direct permanent placements for IT roles, from entry-level to executive positions. Our rigorous screening process ensures candidates align with organizational culture and technical requirements, streamlining the hiring process for lasting results.
Legacy System Staffing
Our expertise extends to staffing for legacy systems during organizational transitions. We provide temporary support while employees learn new technologies, ensuring business continuity during modernization efforts or workforce restructuring initiatives.
IT Recruitment
We recruit for all IT disciplines, including Java, Oracle, .NET, helpdesk, networking, and project management. Our deep industry knowledge spans bleeding-edge innovations and obsolete systems, addressing niche staffing challenges with precision.
People
Cindy Janos
President and Sales Manager
Cindy Janos, Kent State graduate with 25+ years in IT staffing, leads Maverick Direct. Recognized as 2001 Woman of the Year by The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, she combines sales excellence with community leadership in Northeastern Ohio.
Bill Mattern
Recruiting Manager
Bill Mattern, University of Toledo graduate, brings 25+ years of IT staffing expertise to Cleveland-Akron-Canton markets. His strategic approach balances recruitment innovation with traditional values, supporting veterans' causes and technical community development.
Nicole Liebchen
Office Manager
Nicole Liebchen, Cuyahoga Community College graduate with 8 years in staffing, manages Maverick's operations. Her dual role as Account Manager ensures smooth client interactions while maintaining payroll and benefits systems for organizational efficiency.
Questions
What IT staffing solutions do you offer?
We provide contract, contract-to-hire, and permanent placement services across all IT disciplines, from legacy systems to emerging technologies.
How does your contract-to-hire process work?
Our 6-month trial period allows clients to evaluate candidates with 0% placement fee after completion or prorated fees if hired earlier.
Do you specialize in specific IT fields?
We staff all IT areas including Java, Oracle, .NET, helpdesk, networking, and project management, handling both modern and legacy technologies.
What geographic areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Northeastern Ohio, including Cleveland, Akron, and Canton markets with nationwide capabilities.
Are you a certified woman-owned business?
Yes, we hold certification from the National Women Business Owners Corporation as a Woman-Owned Business.
How do you ensure quality placements?
Our seasoned recruiters with 10+ years average tenure use rigorous screening and leverage decades of industry experience to match candidates precisely.
