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