Contract Recruiter (US - East or Central)

Contract Recruiter (US - East or Central)

Who We Are 

Cobalt was founded on the belief of a fundamental human aspiration: the desire to live better and safer. It all started in 2013, when our founders realized that pentesting can be better. Today our diverse, fully remote team is committed to helping organizations of all sizes with seamless, effective and collaborative Offensive Security Testing that empower organizations to OPERATE FEARLESSLY and INNOVATE SECURELY.

Our customers can start a pentest in as little as 24 hours and integrate with advanced development cycles thanks to the powerful combination of our SaaS platform coupled with an exclusive community of testers known as the Cobalt Core. Accepting just 5% of applicants, the Cobalt Core boasts over 400 closely vetted and highly skilled testers who jointly conduct thousands of tests each year and are at the forefront of identifying and helping remediate risk across a dynamically changing attack surface.

Cobalt is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we strive to build a diverse and inclusive workforce at our company. At Cobalt we aspire to engage with diverse individuals, communities, and organizations in order to continue to nurture our unique rich diverse culture. Join our team, and be your true self to do your best work. 

Description

We are seeking an experienced Contract Recruiter to join our team for a 3 - 6-month engagement. In this role, you will support both technical and non-technical hiring across the organization, with an emphasis on recruiting for technical roles. You’ll collaborate closely with hiring managers to identify top talent and ensure a seamless candidate experience from sourcing to offer. This is a 100% remote position.

What You'll Do

• Partner with hiring managers to understand role requirements and ideal candidate profiles
• Screen both technical and non-technical candidates for fit, qualifications, and interest
• Guide candidates through the interview process, ensuring a smooth and professional experience
• Proactively source and engage candidates using a variety of tools and channels
• Review resumes and applications to assess alignment with open roles
• Own the end-to-end candidate process, from first contact to offer negotiation
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation within our applicant tracking system

You Have

• 2–3 years of previous recruitment experience
• Experience working with Greenhouse ATS (preferred)
• Proven experience recruiting for technical roles is required
• Experience sourcing passive candidates through platforms like LinkedIn Recruiter
• Strong relationship-building skills with both hiring managers and candidates
• Familiarity with managing the full recruitment cycle, including offer negotiations
• Ability to work independently and communicate effectively in a remote environment
• Availability to commit to a 3 - 6-month contract role, working core hours in the Eastern or Central time zones

Why You Should Join Us

• Grow in a passionate, rapidly expanding industry operating at the forefront of the Pentesting industry 
• Work directly with experienced senior leaders with ongoing mentorship opportunities
• Earn competitive compensation and an attractive equity plan
• Save for the future with a 401(k) program (US) or pension (EU) 
• Benefit from medical, dental, vision and life insurance (US) or statutory healthcare (EU)
• Leverage stipends for:
• Wellness
• Work-from-home equipment & wifi
• Learning & development
• Make the most of our flexible, generous paid time off and paid parental leave 

Pay Range Disclosure

Cobalt is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The salary range for this role is ($30 - $50) per hour. 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 may be impacted by proximity to major metropolitan cities. 

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.