Why Zania
At Zania, we're redefining security compliance through cutting-edge AI solutions. Our mission is to empower enterprises with intelligent AI agents that streamline security compliance processes with unmatched precision.
Our team is composed of top innovators from industry leaders like Microsoft, Airbnb, Brex, Instacart, and GRC firms like PwC and Deloitte. Backed by a portfolio of Top 10 audit firms, Fortune 500 companies, and world-renowned universities, we are making a significant impact in the industry.
The Role
We are looking for a highly skilled Staff Security Engineer with experience in leading GRC initiatives at consulting or audit advisory firms (Big 4 or Big 10). In this role, you will collaborate closely with our AI and Engineering teams to act as the GRC Subject Matter Expert (SME) , providing technical guidance on integrating compliance requirements into AI models.
You will directly contribute to building AI systems that perform autonomous risk assessments and compliance evaluations. This role demands a deep understanding of multiple GRC frameworks and the ability to translate manual GRC processes into automated, AI-driven workflows.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and maintain comprehensive GRC policies and procedures based on industry standards (e.g., ISO, SOC2, GDPR, CCPA).
Partner with AI engineers to translate GRC requirements into machine-readable formats.
Conduct thorough risk assessments and compliance audits, documenting them as training materials so the AI can learn to conduct assessments independently.
Work with Product and Engineering teams to embed compliance requirements seamlessly into AI workflows, ensuring alignment with human decision-making.
Assess vendors and third parties for compliance, using these evaluations as additional scenarios and data for AI training.
Lead initiatives across legal, product, and security teams to build a unified GRC approach, aligning AI capabilities with broader business strategies.
Qualifications
What We Offer
Staff Security Engineer • Palo Alto, CA, United States