Manager, US Government Affairs - Remote U.S.

About Vanta

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.

Role Overview

As Vanta’s Manager, US Government Affairs, you will play a pivotal role in shaping Vanta's engagement with federal, state, and local governments. You will be responsible for developing and executing Vanta’s government relations agenda, advocating for policies that support our business objectives, and building strong relationships with key government stakeholders. This is a unique opportunity to influence the future of cybersecurity, AI, and compliance by working with a rapidly growing company at the forefront of these industries.

A Day in the Life

Here’s a glimpse into what a typical day might look like for you:

• Relationship Building: Meeting with Congressional staff, Administration officials, or regulatory decision-makers to discuss Vanta’s mission and policy priorities.
• Strategic Planning: Collaborating with Vanta’s Head of Public Sector and Chief Legal Officer to develop and refine our government affairs strategy.
• Policy Analysis: Researching and analyzing proposed legislation or regulations to determine their potential impact on Vanta’s business.
• Communication: Preparing talking points, presentations, and other materials for meetings with government officials and stakeholders.
• Collaboration: Working closely with internal teams, including engineering, product, and marketing, to understand their priorities and incorporate them into our government affairs efforts.
• Advocacy: Representing Vanta’s interests at industry events and in meetings with government officials.

Why Remote U.S.?

Vanta embraces a remote-first work environment, recognizing that talent can be found anywhere. Being located remotely within the U.S. offers several advantages for this role:

• Access to Talent: We can attract top government affairs professionals from across the country, regardless of their location.
• Flexibility: You have the flexibility to manage your own schedule and work from a location that suits your needs.
• Diverse Perspectives: A geographically diverse team brings a wider range of perspectives and experiences to our government affairs efforts.
• Cost-Effectiveness: Remote work helps us reduce overhead costs, allowing us to invest more in our employees and our business.

Career Path

This role offers significant opportunities for career growth within Vanta. You could potentially advance to:

• Senior Manager, US Government Affairs: Taking on greater responsibility for developing and executing Vanta’s government affairs strategy.
• Director, US Government Affairs: Leading a team of government affairs professionals and overseeing all of Vanta’s government relations activities.
• Head of Government Affairs: Developing and implementing Vanta’s overall government affairs strategy, working closely with senior leadership.

Salary & Benefits

Vanta offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including:

• Industry-competitive compensation
• 100% covered medical, dental, and vision benefits with dependents coverage
• 16 weeks fully-paid parental Leave for all new parents
• Health & wellness and remote workplace stipends
• Family planning benefits
• Professional development opportunities
• Equity options
• Generous paid time off

Security Culture

Security is at the core of everything we do at Vanta. We are committed to building a strong security culture, both internally and externally. As a member of our team, you will be expected to:

• Adhere to Vanta’s security policies and procedures.
• Promote security awareness among your colleagues.
• Identify and report security risks.
• Participate in security training programs.

How to Apply

If you are passionate about cybersecurity, AI, and compliance, and you have a proven track record of success in government affairs, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your resume and cover letter through our online application portal.

FAQ

1. What is Vanta's mission?

   To help businesses earn and prove trust by making security monitoring and verification continuous and easy.

2. What are the key responsibilities of this role?

   Developing and executing Vanta’s government relations agenda, building relationships with government stakeholders, and advocating for policies that support our business objectives.

3. What qualifications are required for this role?

   4+ years of experience working for or with US Congress or Federal agencies, strong policy expertise in cybersecurity, AI, and regulatory compliance, and a demonstrated ability to build relationships with government officials.

4. What is Vanta's work environment like?

   Vanta has a kind and talented team, and we foster a collaborative and supportive work environment.

5. Does Vanta offer professional development opportunities?

   Yes, Vanta is committed to investing in our employees' professional growth and offers a variety of development opportunities.

6. What are the benefits of working remotely at Vanta?

   Flexibility, access to talent, diverse perspectives, and cost-effectiveness.

7. What is Vanta's security culture like?

   Security is at the core of everything we do, and we are committed to building a strong security culture.

8. How does Vanta support its employees?

   Through industry-competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work environment.

9. What is the career path for this role?

   Potential advancement to Senior Manager, Director, or Head of Government Affairs.

10. How does Vanta use AI?

    Vanta encourages employees to use AI to amplify their skills, improve efficiency, and make a greater impact.