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Vanta

Technical Program Manager, Corporate Engineering

Vanta · San Francisco, California, US
full-timemid (4-8 yrs)Posted 77d ago
Product ManagementIC3ICFully Remote
StackProgram ManagementAI Initiative ManagementChange ManagementCross-functional Stakeholder ManagementGoogle WorkspaceIAM (Identity and Access Management)GRC (Governance, Risk, Compliance)Collaboration ToolsRoadmap PlanningEnterprise ToolingDocumentationExecutive CommunicationAdoption TrackingPilot Coordination

Summary

TPM role at Vanta focused on leading internal AI initiatives and cross-functional Corporate Engineering programs, including tooling improvements, change management, and operational programs in a security-focused SaaS company.

About the role

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 Technical Program Manager on the Corporate Engineering team, you’ll lead complex, cross-functional programs that improve how Vantans work. A significant focus of this role will be driving internal AI initiatives—from identifying high-impact use cases and coordinating pilots to supporting adoption, governance, and long-term scale. In parallel, you’ll support other Corporate Engineering priorities, including tooling improvements, operational programs, and change management initiatives.

You’ll partner closely with IT, Security, Legal, People, and business teams to bring structure and clarity to ambiguous problems, balancing innovation with security, compliance, and usability. You’ll work alongside another Technical Program Manager and collaborate closely with Corporate Engineering leadership to ensure programs are aligned, well-sequenced, and effectively delivered.

The Corporate Engineering team is employee-facing, with a mission to provide Vantans a secure and stellar experience with the tools and technologies they need to do their best work.

What you’ll do as a Technical Program Manager at Vanta:

  • Lead internal AI initiatives from concept through execution, including use case discovery, pilot coordination, rollout planning, and adoption tracking

  • Partner with Security, Legal, and GRC to support safe, responsible AI use, including policy alignment, tooling guardrails, and change management

  • Coordinate cross-functional stakeholders to evaluate AI tools and integrations that improve productivity and operational efficiency

  • Bring structure to ambiguous AI initiatives by defining goals, success metrics, timelines, and ownership

  • Support internal education, enablement, and documentation related to tools and best practices

  • Lead strategic Corporate Engineering initiatives beyond AI, including tooling improvements, workflow optimization, and operational programs

  • Partner with cross-functional teams to identify needs, engage subject matter experts, and align solutions with business and operational goals

  • Provide program management rigor across multiple concurrent initiatives, ensuring timely delivery and clear communication

  • Communicate effectively across all levels of the organization, including senior leadership, tailoring messaging to different audiences

  • Lead change management for new tools and initiatives, including rollout planning, training, and adoption support

How to be successful in this role:

  • Proven experience managing complex, cross-functional programs in fast-paced, high-growth environments

  • Strong program management skills with the ability to run multiple initiatives simultaneously

  • Comfort operating in ambiguity and bringing clarity where none exists

  • Experience partnering with technical, security, legal, and business teams

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to tailor messages to diverse audiences

  • Ability to balance innovation with operational rigor and risk management

  • Familiarity with enterprise tooling ecosystems (e.g., Google Workspace, collaboration tools, IAM)

  • 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.

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What you'll do

1Lead internal AI initiatives from concept through execution including use case discovery, pilot coordination, rollout planning, and adoption tracking
2Partner with Security, Legal, and GRC to support safe, responsible AI use including policy alignment, tooling guardrails, and change management
3Coordinate cross-functional stakeholders to evaluate AI tools and integrations that improve productivity and operational efficiency
4Define goals, success metrics, timelines, and ownership for ambiguous AI initiatives
5Support internal education, enablement, and documentation related to tools and best practices
6Lead strategic Corporate Engineering initiatives including tooling improvements, workflow optimization, and operational programs
7Provide program management rigor across multiple concurrent initiatives ensuring timely delivery and clear communication
8Communicate effectively across all levels of the organization including senior leadership
9Lead change management for new tools and initiatives including rollout planning, training, and adoption support

Requirements

Proven experience leading complex, cross-functional programs in fast-paced, high-growth tech environments
Strong ability to manage multiple concurrent initiatives while maintaining clarity, structure, and accountability
Experience partnering with Security, Legal, and technical teams on governance and risk-aligned projects
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including executive-level stakeholder updates
Familiarity with enterprise tooling ecosystems such as Google Workspace, collaboration platforms, and IAM tools

Nice to have

AI tool evaluation and adoption experience
Security or compliance domain knowledge (SOC 2, HIPAA, ISO 27001)
Change management frameworks
Workflow optimization
Internal enablement and training program design

Role overview

Role family
Product Management
Level
IC3 — other
Experience
4–8 years
Type
Individual Contributor
Remote policy
Fully Remote
Visa sponsorship
Not offered

Tech stack analysis

INFRASTRUCTURE
IAM platforms
TOOLS
Google WorkspaceCollaboration tools (Slack, Zoom, Confluence)GRC platformsAI productivity tools (e.g., Copilot, Gemini, Claude)

Salary estimate

$130K – $175K
AI-estimated salary range
Confidence72%
Reasoning

Vanta is a well-funded, growth-stage security SaaS company (~Series D). A mid-to-senior TPM role in Corporate Engineering at a SF-HQ remote company typically ranges $130K–$175K base, benchmarked against similar-stage companies (e.g., Okta, Cloudflare, early-stage unicorns). The posting mentions 'industry-competitive salary' and transparency about ranges but does not disclose the actual band. AI-focused TPM roles command a slight premium in 2025–2026.

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Green flags

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Benefits breakdown

HEALTH & WELLNESS
Comprehensive medical coverage with 100% of employee-only premiums covered for most medical plans
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
Health & wellness stipend
Family planning benefits

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Hiring insights

JD quality
8/10
Urgency
medium
Autonomy
high
Team size
small (2-5)

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Red flags

PRO3 items
Role spans a very broad scope — AI initiatives, tooling, change management, governance, and operational programs simultaneously — may indicate understaffing or unclear role boundaries.requirements

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Interview insights

PRO
Rounds
4
Duration
3 wks
Difficulty
medium
Take-home
Yes

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Career path

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About the company

Vanta is the leading automated security and compliance platform, helping over 7,000 companies achieve and maintain SOC 2, ISO 27001, HIPAA, PCI DSS, and GDPR compliance in weeks instead of months. Trusted by companies like Autodesk, Flo Health, and Quora, Vanta continuously monitors security controls and automates evidence collection.

HQSan Francisco, CA, USA
Interview difficultymedium
Build vs Maintainboth
Cross-functionalYes