What are the responsibilities and job description for the Executive Assistant position at Forcepoint?
Who is Forcepoint?
Forcepoint simplifies security for global businesses and governments. Forcepoint’s all-in-one, truly cloud-native platform makes it easy to adopt Zero Trust and prevent the theft or loss of sensitive data and intellectual property no matter where people are working. 20 years in business. 2.7k employees. 150 countries. 11k customers. 300 patents. If our mission excites you, you’re in the right place; we want you to bring your own energy to help us create a safer world. All we’re missing is you!
Who is Forcepoint?
Forcepoint simplifies security for global businesses and governments. Forcepoint’s all-in-one, truly cloud-native platform makes it easy to adopt Zero Trust and prevent the theft or loss of sensitive data and intellectual property no matter where people are working. 20 years in business. 2.7k employees. 150 countries. 11k customers. 300 patents. If our mission excites you, you’re in the right place; we want you to bring your own energy to help us create a safer world. All we’re missing is you!
Job Title: Executive Assistant
Location: Herndon, VA
This position is an excellent opportunity for administrative professional looking to work alongside seasoned Executive Assistants and to gain exposure within a C-Suite atmosphere with a clear path for growth and progression within the team. This individual would work independently to provide support to 2-3 Vice Presidents and will be a key partner in the day-to-day functions of the C-Suite.
Duties
- Calendar management to alleviate conflicts and schedule cross-functional meetings.
- Arrange point-to-point travel. Requires previous experience booking domestic and international travel.
- Coordinating meeting logistics including conference room readiness, catering as needed, material preparation, and offsite location procurement.
- Processing expenses reports and purchase orders.
- Provide back-up support as needed.
- Performing other duties as assigned or required. Responsibilities will vary.
- Customer and Partner facing role that will require a steady hand and willingness to go above and beyond.
Skills and Education
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a fast-paced environment supporting senior executives.
- Bachelor's degree preferred.
- Expertise in Microsoft Suite necessary.
- Experience with Workday, Concur, and SAP a plus.
- Confidentiality is of upmost importance. This role will be privy to sensitive information.
- Highly self-motivated, possess a "can-do" attitude and a desire to take on additional responsibilities as they are presented.
- Flexible & organized as well as the ability to adapt to constantly changing priorities in a fast-paced environment while managing time and executives, sometimes with multiple interruptions.
- Team player who consistently seeks opportunities to help others.
- Drive and ambition to go above and beyond to get the job done.
- Strong desire to work cross-functionally.
- Proactive with an innate ability to see around the corner and anticipate needs.
- Detail oriented with a “sweat the small stuff” mentality to deliver excellence.
- Customer Service Oriented is a must have.
#LI-MR1
#LI-Onsite
#LI-DNP
Don’t meet every single qualification? Studies show people are hesitant to apply if they don’t meet all requirements listed in a job posting. Forcepoint is focused on building an inclusive and diverse workplace – so if there is something slightly different about your previous experience, but it otherwise aligns and you’re excited about this role, we encourage you to apply. You could be a great candidate for this or other roles on our team.
US Covid-19 Vaccination Policy: In compliance with Executive Order 14042, all Forcepoint US jobs require employees to be fully vaccinated and provide proof of vaccination as a condition of employment. If you are unable to receive the COVID-19 vaccine due to a medical condition or sincerely held religious belief, Forcepoint offers reasonable accommodations unless the accommodation causes Forcepoint or its customers undue hardship or poses a direct threat to the health and safety of others.
The policy of Forcepoint is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, citizenship status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status and to affirmatively seek to advance the principles of equal employment opportunity.
Forcepoint is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers, including job seekers with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Company’s career webpage as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by sending an email to
HumanResources@forcepoint.com
Forcepoint is a Federal Contractor. Certain positions with Forcepoint require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. Persons," as defined in these regulations. Generally, a "U.S. Person" is a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.
Applicants must have the right to work in the location to which you have applied.
Assistant Coordinator
Freds Executive Auto -
Woodbridge, VA
Office Assistant
Executive Glass Services Inc -
STERLING, VA
Personal Care Assistant
Personal Assistant -
Washington, DC
