Executive Assistant to the CEO

Are you an exceptional professional who thrives in a fast-paced, challenging environment? Can you handle multiple tasks effortlessly while maintaining unparalleled attention to detail? Are you comfortable interacting with all levels of an organization, with particular experience at the executive level? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! Join our team as the Executive Assistant to the CEO and be an integral part of our journey toward success and thrive in a growing tech company's fast-paced and high-energy environment.

Who We Are 

Cobalt was founded on the belief that pen testing can be better. Thanks to the powerful combination of a SaaS platform and an exclusive community of testers known as the Cobalt Core, our pen tests start in as little as 24 hours and integrate with modern development cycles. Accepting just 5% of applicants, the Core boasts over 400 closely vetted and highly skilled testers who jointly conduct thousands of tests each year. 

Our award-winning, fully remote team is committed to helping agile businesses remediate risk quickly and innovate securely. Today, over 1,000 customers use Cobalt to run pen tests on demand via Pentest as a Service, AKA PtaaS, a space that Cobalt pioneered (you could even say we wrote the book on it) and continues to lead.

About The Role

As the executive assistant to our CEO, your responsibilities will include:

• Business Liaison: Act as a point of contact and liaison between the CEO and internal/external stakeholders.
• Data & Information Management: Organize and maintain confidential data and information with the utmost integrity.
• Event Management: Partner with our Events Manager to coordinate high-profile events and meetings, ensuring smooth execution and flawless hospitality for attendees.
• Calendar Management: Effectively manage the CEO's busy schedule and coordinate meetings, conferences, and travel arrangements.
• Communications: This position oversees emails, calls, and other correspondence and drafts professional and polished documents on behalf of the CEO.
• Project Coordination: Assist in planning, executing, and monitoring key projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project success.
• Research & Analysis: Conduct market research, gather relevant data, and provide insightful reports and recommendations to support the CEO's decision-making process.
• Executive Support: Handle personal tasks and responsibilities for the CEO, including managing personal appointments with discretion and confidentiality.

Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you should possess:

• Proven experience as an executive assistant or in a similar role, supporting C-level executives for at least 3 to 5 years.
• Industry-specific knowledge is a plus.
• Located on the East Coast, USA.
• Authorized to Work in the USA.
• Must be able to travel as needed.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to deliver quick, agile, and adaptable support in fast-paced environments.
• Ability to develop strong working relationships that allow you to anticipate what is needed.
• Active Listening Skills.
• Cultural sensitivity and awareness of different communication styles and customs are essential in maintaining positive relationships with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Must have high emotional intelligence when handling sensitive situations and conflicts.
• Builds solid relationships with other employees and external stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional time management.
• Able to confidently multi-task and shift priorities as needed.
• High level of attention to detail and the use of discretion.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive mindset.
• Adaptability & Flexibility.
• Experience handling basic data analysis tasks and presenting findings meaningfully.
• Proficient in Mac Book, Google Workspace, Confluence, Jira, and more. Cobalt uses Slack for instant messaging and Google Meet for virtual meetings.

As part of our committed team, you will enjoy:

• Competitive compensation package commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits.
• The chance to work closely with visionary leaders and industry experts.
• A collaborative and inclusive work culture that values your contributions.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth within the organization.

Pay Disclosure

Cobalt is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The salary range for this role is ($69,600 - $87, 000) per year + equity + benefits. A candidate’s salary is determined by various factors including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, and certifications.  The salary range may differ in other states and be impacted by proximity to major metropolitan cities. 

Diversity at Cobalt

With over 45 nationalities already at Cobalt (and counting), we respect and celebrate diversity! We’re proudly committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of your gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, ethnicity, disability, or place of origin. We support each other and are grateful for each Cobalter's contribution to our mission — let's make security dance! Please apply even if you don't meet all the criteria above but are still interested in the job. Nobody checks every box, and we're looking for someone excited to join the team.

Cobalt (the "Company") is an equal opportunity employer, and we want the best available persons for every job. The Company makes employment decisions only based on merit. It is the Company's policy to prohibit discrimination in any employment opportunity (including but not limited to recruitment, employment, promotion, salary increases, benefits, termination and all other terms and conditions of employment) based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, pregnancy, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, physical/mental disability, medical condition, marital/domestic partner status, military and veteran status, height, weight or any other such characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. The Company is committed to complying with all applicable laws and providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to all persons involved in the operations of the Company regardless of where the employee is located and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee of the Company.

Cobalt is an E-Verify employer. E-Verify is an Internet-based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA). It allows participating employers to electronically verify the employment eligibility of their newly hired employees in the United States.