Compliance automation startup Vanta unveiled an autonomous AI agent that handles end-to-end security and compliance workflows without human intervention. Unlike traditional automation tools that follow pre-defined rules, the Vanta AI Agent proactively identifies compliance issues, suggests fixes and takes action on behalf of security teams while keeping humans in control of final decisions. “By minimizing human error and taking on repetitive tasks, the Vanta AI agent enables teams to focus on higher-value work—the work that truly builds trust. The AI Agent tackles four critical areas that typically consume hundreds of hours of manual work. For policy onboarding, the system scans uploaded documents, extracts key details including version history and service level agreements, and automatically maps policies to relevant compliance controls while providing rationale for its recommendations. The AI Agent reviews uploaded documents against audit requirements to ensure accuracy and completeness, identifying gaps before they become issues. Perhaps most significantly, the agent proactively monitors for inconsistencies between written policies and actual practices—a common source of audit failures. The system also functions as an intelligent knowledge base, answering complex policy questions in real time. Looking ahead, the agent will support end-to-end compliance workflows by connecting all aspects of a customer’s program across the Vanta Trust Management Platform, including risk oversight and security reviews. This comprehensive approach could fundamentally alter how enterprises approach security and compliance management.