Chief Compliance Officer

Job Overview:We are seeking a Compliance Specialist to lead our organization's SOC 2 compliance efforts.This role requires expertise in SaaS environments and proficiency in using compliance management platforms.This position involves streamlining evidence collection, ensuring continuous monitoring, and supporting security and compliance programs to meet industry standards and customer expectations.The ideal candidate will have strong coding fundamentals, system design capability, and the mindset of a builder who thrives in a fast-paced environment.You will work closely with cross-functional teams to integrate compliance requirements into SaaS product development and operations.Key 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 Vanta's centralized platformVendor Risk Management: Utilize Vanta's Vendor Risk Management (VRM) solution 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 Vanta's 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 Vanta's reporting features to track compliance metrics, generate reports, and communicate the company's security posture to internal stakeholders and external clientsStay Updated: Keep abreast of evolving compliance frameworks, security standards, and Vanta platform updates to ensure alignment with industry best practices