Equity Administrator

About Cyera

Cyera is on a mission to protect one of the world's most valuable resources: data. Our AI-native platform gives organizations a complete view of where their data lives, how it’s used, and how to keep it safe, so they can reduce risk and unlock the full value of their data, wherever it is.

Since our founding in 2021, we’ve grown fast- Cyera-fast - securing over $1.3 billion in funding from the biggest pockets on the planet and establishing a global team. Today, Cyera is the fastest growing data security company on the planet, trusted by the Fortune 500 and beyond.

Come join the company reinventing data security, empowering businesses to realize the full potential of their data. As the leading data security platform purpose-built for the cloud era, Cyera’s mission is to reinvent how businesses secure data, enable agile collaboration, and boldly pursue new business opportunities. Trusted by security teams at leading global businesses, our team is proving that data security is the next big thing in cyber. Backed by the world’s leading investors and working with a large and growing list of Fortune 1000 companies, we are looking for world-class talent to join us as we usher in the new era of data security.

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Equity Administrator to manage and administer our equity compensation programs. This role is responsible for ensuring the accurate execution, compliance, and reporting of equity awards across the employee lifecycle, while partnering closely with Legal, Finance, Payroll, and HR.

The ideal candidate brings a strong understanding of equity plans, cap table management, and regulatory compliance, along with excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

What You’ll Do

Equity Administration

Administer equity compensation programs including stock options, RSUs, and other equity awards
Manage the full equity lifecycle: grants, vesting, exercises, cancellations, terminations, and settlements
Maintain accurate cap table records and equity systems (e.g., Carta, Shareworks, EquityEdge, or similar). Cyera works on Slice.

Compliance & Governance

Maintain on an ongoing basis equity grants and exercises.
Support equity-related filings, audits, and disclosure
Assist with board and compensation committee approvals and documentation

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Partner with Legal, Finance, Payroll, and HR on equity-related processes and employee events
Support M&A, financing, and IPO-readiness activities as they relate to equity
Coordinate with external vendors, auditors, and legal counsel as needed

Employee Support & Education

Serve as a point of contact for employee equity questions
Prepare equity communications, educational materials, and FAQs
Support onboarding and offboarding equity processes

Reporting & Analysis

Prepare equity reports for internal stakeholders and leadership
Support equity expense reporting and reconciliations
Assist with equity data analysis and scenario modeling as needed

Requirements:

Must-Haves:

3+ years of experience in equity administration, stock plan administration, or a related role
Experience in a high-growth startup or public company environment
Working knowledge of equity compensation vehicles (options, RSUs, ESPPs, etc.)
Experience with equity administration platforms (e.g., Slice, Carta, Shareworks, Fidelity, or similar)- big advantage!
Strong attention to detail and data accuracy
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information

Nice to Have:

Familiarity with global equity programs and international compliance
Understanding of ASC 718 / equity accounting basics
CEP (Certified Equity Professional) certification or progress toward certification