PCI Hybrid Cloud Scoping

PCI Scoping in Hybrid Cloud Environments

PCI Scoping in Hybrid Cloud Environments PCI DSS version 4.0 puts fresh attention on scoping through Requirement 12.5.2. You now need a formal scoping exercise at least once a year and after major changes, and you have to be able to explain and defend it. That is hard enough in a simple on premises setup. In a hybrid world with cloud services, shared tools, and legacy systems, it can feel messy and unclear. ...

November 15, 2025 · Manju Mayachar

Compliance as Code

The future of GRC is technical. As cloud systems grow more complex, companies need controls that scale. This post explores how Compliance as Code helps GRC teams move faster, stay accurate, and work directly with engineers.

July 24, 2025 · Manju Mayachar

From GRC Analyst to GRC Engineer: Why Compliance Alone Doesn’t Cut It Anymore

The role of GRC is changing. Today’s SaaS companies need more than policy writers—they need GRC engineers. Here’s why.

June 28, 2025 · Manju Mayachar

How 'The Assist' Became My Leadership Philosophy

A leadership philosophy shaped by lacrosse, Auth0 values, and real-world security work.

May 26, 2025 · Manju Mayachar
AI Virtual Employees Future

AI Employees Are Coming — Is Your Risk Program Ready?

The Future Isn’t Coming — It’s Already Here Several leading AI and research companies are actively exploring the deployment of AI-powered “employees” within enterprise environments. These aren’t your typical chatbots — they’re fully autonomous agents with persistent memory, role-based access, credentials, and the ability to perform tasks independently, often with system-level permissions. Now ask yourself: Is your risk program ready to onboard a non-human employee? Why This Matters for GRC Let’s cut through the hype and get real about what this means for Governance, Risk, and Compliance. ...

April 26, 2025 · Manju Mayachar