Proposal Specialist

Proposal SpecialistCohesity is a leader in AI-powered data security and management. Aided by an extensive ecosystem of partners, Cohesity makes it easy to secure, protect, manage, and get value from data — across the data center, edge, and cloud. Cohesity helps organizations defend against cybersecurity threats with comprehensive data security and management capabilities, including immutable backup snapshots, AI-based threat detection, monitoring for malicious behavior, and rapid recovery at scale. Join us on our mission to shape the future of our industry.The Proposal Specialist role is responsible for managing, coordinating, and developing high-quality responses to Vendor Questionnaires, Risk and Security Assessments, Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Requests for Information (RFIs), and other business development inquiries. The ideal candidate has proposal experience in the technology/cybersecurity industries using a proposal management tool such as Responsive, thrives under tight deadlines with a commitment to excellence in every submission.How You'll Spend Your Time Here:Manage project document import and exports in Responsive proposal platformAnalyze RFP/RFI/questionnaire requirementsAssign and manage inputs from internal stakeholder teams including legal, customer trust, and technical SMEsDraft, edit, format, and proofread proposal content to ensure clarity, accuracy, and consistencyCollaborate cross-functionally to continuously improve proposal processes and win strategiesWorking closely with the account team, manage timelines to ensure timely submission of all proposal documentsMaximize value of existing content libraries and tools with AI, adhering to internal best practices, to streamline proposal developmentTrack proposal status, archive completed projects, and support lessons learned after submissionSupport content library management and other related tasks as assignedWe'd Love to Talk to You If You Have Many of the Following:Associate's degree in Business, Communications, English, IT, or related field (Bachelor's preferred)Minimum of two (2) years of proposal experience in the technology or cybersecurity industryExcellent writing, editing, and formatting skills with strong attention to detailStrong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple prioritiesDemonstrated ability to excel in a dynamic environmentWillingness to work extended hours as needed to meet customer deadlinesProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, proposal management tools like Responsive and CRM(s) such as Salesforce.Demonstrated ability to leverage AI tools to enhance productivity, streamline workflows, and support decision making.Professional English language proficiency for customer and internal communication.We Are Extra Excited If You Have Any of the Following:Bachelor's degree in a related fieldKnowledge of cybersecurity products, services, and terminologyExperience with full-cycle proposal managementPay Range: $66,560.00-$83,200.00The compensation noted above is based on an annualized hourly rate assuming normal full-time employment. This position may also be eligible for bonus compensation, commission (if in a sales function), and/or equity grants. Additionally, full-time employees are eligible to participate in our comprehensive benefits framework.Cohesity is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin or nationality, ancestry, age, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status or any other category protected by law.