Saas Compliance Expert

Job DescriptionWe are seeking a skilled professional to lead our SOC 2 compliance efforts in a SaaS environment.The ideal candidate will have expertise in compliance management platforms and the ability to streamline evidence collection, ensure continuous monitoring, and support security and compliance programs to meet industry standards and customer expectations.This role requires strong coding fundamentals, system design capability, and the mindset of a builder who thrives in a fast-paced environment.You will work in small agile teams reporting directly to the CTO, collaborating closely with AI engineers, security leaders, and product managers.Responsibilities:SOC 2 Compliance Management: Lead the end-to-end process for achieving and maintaining SOC 2 compliance, including scoping, evidence collection, control implementation, and audit preparationVanta Platform Utilization: Leverage Vanta's AI and automation tools to streamline compliance workflows, monitor controls, and manage vendor risk assessmentsContinuous Monitoring: Implement and oversee continuous monitoring processes to ensure ongoing adherence to SOC 2 requirements and other relevant frameworksPolicy Development: Develop, update, and maintain security and compliance policies, procedures, and documentation within centralized platformsVendor Risk Management: Utilize Vendor Risk Management (VRM) solutions to assess and monitor third-party vendors, ensuring compliance with security standardsAudit Support: Collaborate with external auditors to facilitate smooth and efficient SOC 2 audits, utilizing tools to provide real-time evidence and reportingCross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with engineering, IT, and product teams to integrate compliance requirements into SaaS product development and operationsTraining and Awareness: Conduct training sessions for employees on SOC 2 compliance requirements and best practices for maintaining a secure SaaS environmentReporting and Metrics: Use reporting features to track compliance metrics, generate reports, and communicate the company's security posture to internal stakeholders and external clientsRequired Skills and QualificationsRequirements:Excellent English communication skills3+ years of experience in compliance, information security, or risk management, with a focus on SOC 2 compliance in a SaaS environmentHands-on experience with Vanta or similar compliance automation platformsProven track record of successfully managing SOC 2 audits and implementing controlsAbout UsWe are a privately held software development company providing outsourced development resources to North American companies.