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 an IT Operations Manager for EMEA at Vanta, you will lead and scale a high-performing regional IT Operations team while partnering closely with global peers to deliver a secure, reliable, and thoughtful technology experience for employees across the company. Reporting to the Senior Director of Corporate Engineering, this role is responsible for people leadership, regional execution, and operational excellence across EMEA. You’ll manage an initial team of two IT Operations Engineers in EMEA and will be responsible for hiring, developing, and retaining talent as the region grows. While this role is primarily focused on people leadership and operational strategy, the ideal candidate is comfortable staying close to the work and stepping in when needed—whether to unblock the team, support a critical incident, or help drive clarity in ambiguous situations. The Corporate Engineering (CE) team is an employee-facing team with a mission to provide Vantan’s with a secure and stellar experience with the tools and technologies they need to do their best work, regardless of where they are. This role will be the first point of contact for our international Vantan’s and ensure that every Vantan gets the support they need regardless of their timezone. What you’ll do as a IT Operations Manager at Vanta: Hire, manage, mentor, and develop IT Operations Engineers across EMEA, providing regular feedback, coaching, and performance management Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing team culture aligned with Vanta’s values Own IT Operations delivery across EMEA, ensuring consistent, high-quality support for employees in the region Partner with global IT Operations leaders to maintain consistency across regions while accounting for local needs Serve as an escalation point for complex or high-impact IT issues in EMEA Define and improve IT processes, workflows, and policies to support scale, security, and reliability Use data and operational metrics to identify gaps, improve service quality, and inform resourcing decisions Lead or contribute to global IT initiatives, rollouts, and tooling decisions Build strong partnerships with People, Workplace, Security, Finance, and regional leadership teams Act as a trusted advisor on employee technology needs and regional operational considerations Communicate clearly and proactively with stakeholders on priorities, risks, and progress How to be successful in this role: Demonstrated experience managing and scaling IT or enterprise engineering teams Strong people leadership skills with a proven ability to coach, develop, and retain talent Solid understanding of IT operations fundamentals (end-user support, access management, device lifecycle, SaaS administration) Experience operating in globally distributed teams and across multiple time zones Ability to balance regional autonomy with global alignment Strong communication skills and comfort working with senior stakeholders Experience building processes and teams in high-growth environments Comfort making decisions with incomplete information and evolving priorities Ability to work in our London office in a hybrid setting (3 days per week) 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 100% covered medical, dental, and vision benefits with dependents coverage 16 weeks paid Parental Leave for all new parents Health & wellness stipend Remote workspace, internet, and mobile phone stipend Commuter benefits for team members who attend the office Pension matching 25 days of Annual Leave per year and unlimited sick time 8 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 #LI-hybrid 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!
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