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Cracken via Ashby

Executive Business Partner (Operations & People)

Level not stated San Francisco
still open verified 1d ago posted 90d ago checked 3h ago
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How old is it?

Posted 90d ago

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Is it remote?

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Who may apply?

San Francisco

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Pay not stated

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The listing

About the company

Cracken is an applied AI lab building world’s first full kill chain proactive cyber platform. Built by cyber warfare-experienced operators and AI researchers Cracken keeps digital infrastructure resilient so businesses and societies operate.

We’re now looking for a Business Associate to support our leadership team. This is an execution-focused role combining business and executive support - ideal for someone who thrives on precision, efficiency, helping executives save time, and building automated systems.

This role is for someone who thrives in high-ownership environments and enjoys building systems that make organizations run faster and smarter. You will operate as a trusted operational partner to leadership and play a key role in scaling the company’s internal infrastructure.


Who You Are

  • 3+ years in operations, client services, or project/program management (2+ years in tech required, ideally high-growth/startup).

  • Real, proven cases of taking complex projects end-to-end without guidance.

  • Real, proven cases of process automation with AI tools (LLMs, Zapier, Make, n8n, custom scripts, etc.).

  • Proficient in Google Workspace, Notion, Slack, Jira, Figma; comfortable recording Loom sessions.

  • Familiarity with HR/recruitment tools (Ashby, Deel, Checkr).

  • Ability to work at high velocity -you get a task, and within hours it’s done.

  • Not satisfied with “just fine” - you move fast while aiming for excellence.

  • Exceptional attention to detail; proven ability to structure and execute flawlessly.

  • Startup mindset: ownership, speed, and ability to thrive with little hand-holding.

  • Strong English (C1+).

Key Responsibilities

Operations & Program Leadership

  • Own and manage critical operational workflows across legal, finance and leadership operations.

  • Drive cross-functional projects end-to-end, coordinating stakeholders and ensuring on-time execution.

  • Oversee preparation and management of contracts, NDAs, and operational documentation

  • Conduct rapid research on vendors, markets, and operational solutions, delivering clear recommendations and decision-ready insights.

  • Proactively identify operational gaps and implement improvements before they become blockers.

People Operations & Recruiting

  • Own and continuously improve the employee onboarding experience and internal people operations processes.

  • Coordinate and streamline the recruitment pipeline, ensuring a smooth candidate and hiring manager experience.

  • Support workforce operations including compliance, documentation, and HR system maintenance.

  • Plan and manage business travel logistics and internal events.

  • Contribute to building scalable internal culture and operational practices.

Finance & Administrative Operations

  • Own core operational finance workflows including invoicing, payment tracking, and financial documentation management.

  • Maintain organized, audit-ready financial records and operational documentation.

  • Coordinate with external partners (CPA, legal, vendors) to ensure timely compliance and operational accuracy.

  • Improve internal financial processes and reporting where possible.

Systems, Automation & Process Design

  • Identify operational inefficiencies across the organization and design scalable systems to eliminate manual work.

  • Build and maintain automation workflows using AI and no-code tools.

  • Develop and maintain operational playbooks and documentation to enable repeatable and scalable processes.

  • Act as an internal champion for operational excellence, automation, and productivity improvements.


Why Cracken?

  • Real-world impact
    Our technology is validated in high-stakes, real-world environments and grounded in hands-on internal research.

  • Team with a mission
    Ukrainian-heavy international team of PhDs, professors, and senior industry engineers, driven by intrinsic motivation and real-world adversity.

  • Adaptive roles
    We shape roles around exceptional talent - your ownership and drive will define your path.

  • Perfect timing
    Operating at the intersection of AI, cybersecurity, and autonomous systems, Cracken is uniquely positioned to build resilient security products.

     

What We Offer

  • Ownership over a core cybersecurity product

  • Direct collaboration with founders and senior engineers

  • High autonomy and real impact on product direction

  • Fully remote & flexible work setup

  • Competitive compensation

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