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PlanetScaleCompliance Program Manager
PlanetScale is a rapidly expanding technology enterprise providing database platforms designed for developers using MySQL, PostgreSQL, and Vitess. Backed by substantial venture financing, the organization supports…
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PlanetScale is a rapidly expanding technology enterprise providing database platforms designed for developers using MySQL, PostgreSQL, and Vitess. Backed by substantial venture financing, the organization supports prominent global brands and handles critical digital assets for its clientele. To maintain trust and security across its cloud services, the company is hiring a remote Compliance Program Manager. This individual will take charge of guiding the organization through the FedRAMP authorization process while…
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PlanetScale is a rapidly expanding technology enterprise providing database platforms designed for developers using MySQL, PostgreSQL, and Vitess. Backed by substantial venture financing, the organization supports prominent global brands and handles critical digital assets for its clientele. To maintain trust and security across its cloud services, the company is hiring a remote Compliance Program Manager.
This individual will take charge of guiding the organization through the FedRAMP authorization process while overseeing established commitments such as SOC 1, SOC 2, and PCI DSS. The position suits an organized professional experienced in handling regulatory frameworks within the technology sector, capable of collaborating across legal, engineering, and IT departments in a remote-first setting.
Responsibilities
- Manage the end-to-end FedRAMP readiness and Authority to Operate timeline
- Serve as the primary compliance contact for assessments like SOC 1, SOC 2, PCI, and FedRAMP
- Prepare audit plans, review evidence and documentation, and coordinate external walkthroughs
- Monitor and report on key performance indicators and maturity metrics for compliance programs
- Partner with IT, Engineering, Legal, and People teams to implement privacy and data protection solutions
- Assess security and compliance risks using industry standards and propose remediating controls
Requirements
- Over five years of experience managing or contributing to technology sector audits
- Demonstrated subject matter expertise in FedRAMP
- Experience with SOC 2 and the PCI Data Security Standard
- Strong written and verbal communication skills tailored for technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Experience working asynchronously across multiple time zones in a remote-first organization
- Background working alongside external auditors, legal counsel, and outside consultants
- Experience with companywide risk assessments
- Working knowledge of cloud service providers including AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud Platform
Qualifications
- Experience working with databases, infrastructure, developer tools, or other technical products
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional credential preferred
- Certified Information Systems Auditor or Certified Information Systems Manager credentials
- Working knowledge of SQL with preference for MySQL or PostgreSQL experience
Core Skills
Benefits
- Base salary ranging from USD 175,000 to 200,000 per year
- Total compensation that includes base salary, variable compensation where applicable, benefits, and equity
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Is this position remote?
Yes, this is a remote role operating within a remote-first organization.
What is the salary range for the Compliance Program Manager?
The base salary is between USD 175,000 and 200,000 per year, with total compensation also including variable pay, benefits, and equity.
What level of experience is required?
Candidates must have at least five years of experience contributing to or managing audits within the technology sector, including specific expertise in FedRAMP.
Are specific certifications required?
A Certified Information Systems Security Professional designation is preferred, and CISA or CISM credentials are also relevant.
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