At Vanta, our mission is to help businesses earn and prove trust. We believe that security should be monitored and verified continuously, and we empower companies to practice better security and prove it with ease. Vanta has a kind and talented team, and while some have prior security experience, many have been successful at Vanta without it. As a
Compensation Manager at Vanta, you will own end-to-end
compensation for the EPD and G&A populations — from benchmarking and band design to leading full merit and equity cycles, at a critical moment in how we're rebuilding the function. Vanta's
compensation team sits at the intersection of Finance, People, and the business. We own comp philosophy, band design, benchmarking methodology, and cycle execution, and the quality of that work directly shapes the company's ability to attract top talent and retain high performers at scale. This role is central to a deliberate shift from reactive operations to proactive strategic partnership. You'll own day-to-day comp work for a significant portion of our population while contributing directly to the programs and infrastructure we're rebuilding for the long term. This role reports to the Senior Manager of
Compensation. What you’ll do as a
Compensation Manager at Vanta: Own
compensation partnership for the EPD and G&A populations — serve as the primary point of contact for benchmarking, band questions, and comp decisions across these groups Lead comp cycle programs and enablement end-to-end — own year-end and mid-year cycles from timeline and resources to manager enablement and close-out reporting Build and maintain analytical models — comp scenario modeling, band analysis, equity burn projections, and internal equity reports; translate complex findings into clear, actionable recommendations for business stakeholders Manage and optimize our
compensation and equity systems, including Pave and Carta, ensuring data integrity and consistency as we scale Partner proactively with PBPs, Finance, and EPD leadership to align
compensation with workforce strategy — surface risks and insights before being asked, and serve as a trusted thought partner on comp decisions Identify and close gaps in comp infrastructure — improve operational workflows, documentation, and tooling, with a view toward automating and standardizing them to support a larger, global team over time Support
compensation-related compliance initiatives, helping ensure our practices remain competitive and consistent as we expand Use AI tools to amplify your impact — we expect everyone at Vanta to actively explore how AI can make them more effective in their role How to be successful in this role: 5+ years of in-house
compensation experience at a technology company, with demonstrated program ownership at the senior individual contributor level Hands-on experience leveraging Radford — job matching, data pulls, and benchmarking methodology (required) Track record of owning full
compensation cycles end-to-end (merit, equity, promotions) independently in-house, not in a support or coordination capacity Strong analytical modeling skills combined with the ability to translate complex findings into clear recommendations for business leaders and non-technical stakeholders Demonstrated ability to build trust with PBPs, Finance, and managers as a proactive thought partner who surfaces issues before being asked Experience at organizations of 1,000+ employees; pre-IPO or public company exposure preferred EPD population experience is a plus Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for current or future employer sponsorship. Open to using AI to amplify their skills and strengthen their work - demonstrating curiosity, a willingness to learn, and sound judgment in applying AI responsibly to improve efficiency and impact. What you can expect as a Vanta’n: Industry-competitive salary and equity Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, with 100% of employee-only benefit premiums covered for most medical plans 16 weeks paid Parental Leave for all new parents Health & wellness stipend Remote workspace, internet, and cellphone stipend Commuter
benefits for team members who report to the SF and NYC office Family planning
benefits Matching 401(k) contribution with immediate vesting Flexible PTO policy, plus 80 hours of Sick Time 11 company-paid holidays Virtual team building activities, lunch and learns, and other company-wide events! Offices in SF, NYC, London, Dublin, Tel Aviv, and Sydney To provide greater transparency to candidates, we share base pay ranges for all US-based job postings regardless of state. We set standard base pay ranges for all roles based on function, level, and country location, benchmarked against similar-stage growth companies. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors and may vary based on candidate location, skills, depth of work experience, and relevant licenses/credentials. #LI-remote At Vanta, we are committed to hiring diverse talent of different backgrounds and as such, it is important to us to provide an inclusive work environment for all. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender identity, age, religion, sexual orientation, veteran or disability status, or any other protected class. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage and welcome people of all backgrounds to apply. About Vanta We started in 2018, in the wake of several high-profile data breaches. Online security was only becoming more important, but we knew firsthand how hard it could be for fast-growing companies to invest the time and manpower it takes to build a solid security foundation. Vanta was inspired by a vision to restore trust in internet businesses by enabling companies to improve and prove their security. From our early days automating security monitoring for compliance standards like SOC 2, HIPAA and ISO 27001 to creating the world's leading Trust Management Platform, our vision remains unchanged. Now more than ever, making security continuous—not just a point-in-time check— is essential. Thousands of companies rely on Vanta to build, maintain and demonstrate their trust— all in a way that's real-time and transparent. Referral Instructions If you are being referred for
the role, please contact that person to apply on your behalf.
About Vanta Vanta (YC W18) is the leading automated compliance and trust management platform designed to simplify and centralize compliance and security workflows for organizations of all sizes.
Why YC Startups Need Vanta As a YC company, proving your security compliance is crucial for hitting new milestones—from finding product market fit, to selling to bigger customers. We would know, we’ve been there—and we’ve helped over 10,000 customers do just that! Vanta's all-in-one solution, combined with expert service partners, helps you quickly and painlessly achieve and maintain compliance with top frameworks—like SOC 2 and ISO 27001—and build a strong security foundation, so you can close bigger deals and scale faster. Learn more at vanta.com.
YC Companies get Exclusive Discounts on Vanta’s packages: Vanta’s packages for startups are designed to make security and compliance easier, faster, and more cost-effective. Whether you’re closing your first deal or gearing up for growth, our all-in-one solution provides the tools necessary to become compliant quickly, demonstrate your security posture, and build a strong security foundation.
Why Vanta?
Built for startups: Vanta knows startups. We went through YC in 2018 and have since helped thousands of startups, including YC companies Supabase (YC S20), Fern (YC W23), and Newfront (YC W18) achieve and maintain compliance quickly. Startups like Charityvest (YC S20), BreachRX, and Flo Health have gone from zero to SOC 2 Type I or ISO 27001 certification in 10 days or less with Vanta.
Future-proof, feature-rich, automated platform: Vanta’s modular platform is built for the needs of today and tomorrow, including:
Proven market leader and well-funded: Vanta was founded in 2018 and has raised $350M with over 700 employees. We’ve guided over 10,000 customers through their first or multiple audit cycles for various frameworks. These customer learnings and our funding help drive a fast pace of product development to delight customers and ensure Vanta will be there for you in the future.
Interested in seeing why Upflow (YC W20), Tailor (YC S22), and hundreds of other YC companies trust Vanta to automate compliance so they can focus on scaling? Reach out to our team at [email protected] to get started!
Salary
$160,000 - $188,000
Location
Remote
Experience
5+ years
Total raised
$353
Last stage
Series D
Investors
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