Vanilla · 20 hours ago
Security GRC Program Manager
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level
$135K/yr - $150K/yr
5+ years expVanilla is a startup focused on modernizing estate planning through an AI-powered platform. They are seeking a Security GRC Program Manager to oversee customer trust and security compliance programs, ensuring reliable operations while maintaining customer trust in handling sensitive financial data.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Financial ServicesFinTechInformation TechnologySoftwareWealth Management
No H1B
Responsibilities
Lead customer due diligence questionnaire (DDQ) and RFP response process and third-party risk management process; track and manage high volume of DDQ and RFP requests. Coordinate and collaborate with internal teams to meet tight deadlines. Handle a high volume of requests and interactions in a fast-paced environment
Support enterprise sales with technical customer security discussions
Lead SOC 2 Type II audit preparation, evidence collection, and remediation
Conduct third party vendor security assessments, collaborate on third party risk management processes
Implement and manage third party tool and new processes to create efficiencies
Develop the security narrative and conduct security reviews for new product functionality to enable GTM
Review and negotiate security and compliance language in customer contracts in collaboration with Legal team
Build and manage Trust Center integrations and public-facing security documentation in collaboration with Legal team
Build customer-facing compliance artifacts (security whitepapers, certifications)
Qualification
Required
Minimum of 5 years in a technical and/or security role with customer facing experience
Minimum of 3 years experience in program management, customer trust, or DDQ/RFP management within the tech industry with highly regulated customers
Proven track record in driving security processes and operational plans
Requires strong attention to detail, organizational skills, good judgement, and the ability to prioritize tasks, manage timelines, and meet tight deadlines
Strong contract review and negotiation skills related to security and compliance
Knowledge of security risks, vulnerabilities, and threat management
Background in supporting customer audits and engagements
Preferred
Experience in fintech, healthtech, or regulated industries
Prior experience at Series B-D companies scaling security compliance programs
Demonstrable experience implementing tools to drive and streamline DDQ processes
Benefits
Flexible paid time off policy and 10 company-wide paid holidays
Parental leave, 4 weeks for all full-time employees and up to 12 weeks for birthing parents
Medical, dental, and vision benefits coverage for employees and their families
401K eligibility after one month of employment
Free estate planning documents
Budget for learning & development and home office setup
Paid parking or transit for hybrid and in office employees
Company
Vanilla
Vanilla is an estate planning software platform designed for financial advisors, estate planners, and family offices.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$81.4MKey Investors
Insight PartnersVenrock
2024-08-15Series B· $35M
2022-04-28Series B· $30M
2021-08-30Series A· $11.6M
Leadership Team
Amjad Hussain
Advisor
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