Vanta

Director, Compensation

United States

$244,000 – $287,000Compensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Information Technology & ServicesIndustries

Position Overview

  • Location Type: Remote
  • Job Type: Full-Time
  • Salary: $244K - $287K

Vanta is a company dedicated to securing the internet and protecting consumer data. They empower companies to practice better security and prove it with ease. This role focuses on driving the execution of compensation for all Vanta employees, in collaboration with the Head of People Operations and Chief People and Legal Officer, to ensure a competitive and effective compensation strategy. The Director, Compensation will report to Vanta’s Head of People Operations.

Requirements

  • 8+ years of experience in compensation.
  • At least 3 years of experience in a leadership role.
  • Strong analytical and modeling skills, including proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets.
  • Deep familiarity with core compensation data sources (e.g., Radford, Pave).
  • Experience with executive compensation methodologies and data sources.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

  • Partner with Head of People Ops & Chief People Officer to manage and iterate on the compensation philosophy and strategy across all levels and jobs at Vanta.
  • Execute on and improve existing compensation processes, including fine-grained job matching, compensation band refresh, and regular compensation cycles.
  • Provide thought leadership and market data across all aspects of core compensation (new hire salary and equity, ongoing compensation, incentive plans).
  • Develop recommendations to change and improve compensation programs as the business grows and the market changes.
  • Assist in administering executive compensation programs, including benchmarking and strategy.
  • Own and iterate on the existing compensation tech stack and workflows.

Application Instructions

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Company Information

  • Mission: To secure the internet and protect consumer data.
  • Benefits:
    • Industry-Competitive Salary and Equity
    • 100% covered Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits with Dependents Coverage
    • 16 Weeks Fully Paid Parental Leave for All New Parents (Moms, Dads, Adoptive, Foster)
    • Health & Wellness Stipend
    • Remote Workspace Stipend
    • 401(k) Matching Plan
    • Flexible Work Hours and Location
    • Open & Encouraged PTO Policy
    • 9 Company Paid Holidays
    • Free Memberships to Online Wellness Platform

Skills

Compensation Strategy
Data Analysis
Excel/Google Sheets
Market Data Analysis
Executive Compensation
Stakeholder Management
Compensation Data Sources (Radford, Pave)

Vanta

Automates SOC 2 compliance for businesses

About Vanta

Vanta simplifies the process of obtaining and maintaining SOC 2 certification, which is essential for organizations that manage sensitive customer data. The company offers a software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform that automates numerous checks to ensure that security controls are effective and compliant with industry standards. This automation helps small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and tech companies monitor risks and vulnerabilities continuously, significantly reducing the time and cost associated with achieving SOC 2 compliance. Vanta's subscription-based model provides clients with a more efficient and cost-effective way to maintain compliance compared to traditional methods. The goal of Vanta is to transform the compliance process, allowing organizations to focus on their core operations while enhancing their security posture.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2018Year Founded
$343.4MTotal Funding
SERIES_CCompany Stage
Enterprise Software, CybersecurityIndustries
501-1,000Employees

Benefits

100% Benefits Coverage
Flexible & Remote Work
Paid Parental Leave
Unlimited PTO
Health & Wellness
401(k)

Risks

Emerging competitors like ComplyCube could challenge Vanta's market position.
Healthcare data breaches may increase demand for more robust security measures.
Reliance on partnerships like HITRUST poses risks if standards evolve significantly.

Differentiation

Vanta automates up to 90% of audit preparation, reducing compliance costs significantly.
The platform offers real-time insights, enhancing trust and streamlining security reviews.
Vanta's HITRUST e1 solution automates 80% of requirements, ensuring continuous compliance.

Upsides

Vanta secured $150M in Series C funding, boosting its growth potential.
Partnership with HITRUST enhances Vanta's credibility in the healthcare sector.
Rising demand for automated compliance solutions supports Vanta's market expansion.

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