Pros
Of all the series B start ups you could join, Vanta's probably the least risky with the highest upside. Crazy product market fit, really strong business outlook, and a down to earth, collaborative team culture. Many copy cat competitors at the moment, but trust in our leadership and how talented my teammates are to continue to dominate the space. We're probably humble to a fault compared to our competitors and have a transparent, low BS culture which also means we tend to undersell ourselves next to "louder" copycats. Great benefits, great comp. Better positioned than any other start up operating in this market.
Cons
Vanta definitely has a high performance bar and people work really hard. To be expected since it's a start up, but it's not a place you come to if you want to cruise. Everyone is pulling their own weight. And certain teams are really on top of performance management, so you'll know quickly whether you'll do well here and can hang long term. On the other hand, if you're a top performer, you'll be able to move up quickly and be rewarded generously without having to go through a bunch of politics or bureaucracy. + teammates are genuinely happy for each others' successes. It's very much a meritocracy, and you get from Vanta what you put into Vanta. Not for everyone, but if you want to grow, fast track your career and put in the work, there's no better place to be.