--- title: "Background Check and Compliance: Things You Should Know" description: Whether you're an HR professional, business owner, or simply interested in the evolving landscape of employment screening, join us to get actionable strategies for optimizing your background check processes. image: https://landing.kobalt.io/hubfs/Background%20Check%20Webinar%20-%20Rewatch.jpg --- [![Kobalt.io](https://landing.kobalt.io/hs-fs/hubfs/KOBALT.IO_WORDMARK_ORIGINAL_COLOR_PRIMARY-1.png?width=1000&height=308&name=KOBALT.IO_WORDMARK_ORIGINAL_COLOR_PRIMARY-1.png "Kobalt.io")](https://kobalt.io/) Open main menu Close main menu - Industry Open the submenu - [SaaS](https://kobalt.io/saas/) - [Financial Services](https://kobalt.io/fintech/) - [Health Tech](https://kobalt.io/healthtech/) - [Green Tech](https://kobalt.io/greentech/) - [Prop Tech](https://kobalt.io/proptech/) - [Nonprofits](https://kobalt.io/nonprofits/) - [Services](https://www.kobalt.io/assess) Open the submenu - Advisory Open the submenu - [vCISO](https://kobalt.io/virtual-ciso/) - [Data Protection Officer](https://kobalt.io/data-protection-officer/) - [Assessments](https://kobalt.io/assessments/) Open the submenu - [Security Gap Assessment](https://kobalt.io/security-gap-assessment/) - [Penetration Testing](https://kobalt.io/pentest/) - [Compliance and Privacy](https://kobalt.io/compliance-and-privacy/) Open the submenu - [ISO](https://kobalt.io/iso/) - [SOC 2](https://kobalt.io/soc2/) - [Managed Threat Detection](https://kobalt.io/monitoring/) - [Vulnerability Management](https://kobalt.io/vulnerability-management/) - [User Education](https://kobalt.io/security-awareness-training-phishing/) - [Incident Response Plan](https://kobalt.io/incident-response-plan/) - [Tabletop Exercise](https://kobalt.io/tabletop-exercise/) - Resources Open the submenu - [Blog](https://www.kobalt.io/blog) - [News](https://www.kobalt.io/news) - [Podcast](https://kobalt.io/podcast/) - [Upcoming Events](https://kobalt.io/events/) - [Past Webinars](https://kobalt.io/past-webinars/) - [Case Studies](https://kobalt.io/case-studies/) - [Guides](https://kobalt.io/guides/) - [Partners](https://kobalt.io/partners/) - [About](https://www.kobalt.io/about) - [Contact Us](https://www.kobalt.io/contact) ###### On-demand Recording # Background Check and Compliance: Things You Should Know ![Background Check Webinar - Rewatch](https://landing.kobalt.io/hs-fs/hubfs/Background%20Check%20Webinar%20(1).jpg?width=1920&height=1080&name=Background%20Check%20Webinar%20(1).jpg "Background Check Webinar - Rewatch") Whether you're pursuing or planning to pursue compliance standards like SOC 2, background checks serve as a key enabler for meeting security controls. In this fireside chat, Andrew McLeod, CEO and Co-Founder of Certn and Michael Argast, Co founder and CEO of Kobalt.io will explore the complexities of conducting thorough background checks while maintaining compliance with relevant laws and regulations. Topics of discussion will include: - Legal requirements and regulatory considerations for background checks - Leveraging technology and innovation to enhance background check procedures - Addressing international considerations and data privacy concerns - Best practices for handling adverse findings and maintaining transparency with candidates Whether you're an HR professional, business owner, or simply interested in the evolving landscape of employment screening, join us to get actionable strategies for optimizing your background check processes. ### Download Webinar --- ## Meet our speakers ![Michael Argast](https://landing.kobalt.io/hubfs/Michael%20Argast-1.png) Michael Argast Co-Founder and CEO of Kobalt.io Michael is an experienced cybersecurity professional with over 20 years of industry experience. He is the co-founder and CEO of Kobalt.io, a rapidly growing cloud-focused security services provider. Kobalt.io works with over 500 cloud-focused technology companies to help develop their cyber security programs and ensure the security of their organization. About [Kobalt.io](https://kobalt.io/) Kobalt.io is a rapidly growing company that manages all aspects of cybersecurity programs for small and medium-sized, cloud-native businesses. Our team acts as an extension of our clients, considering their unique limitations and needs and supporting them with services ranging from security program-as-a-service to privacy management and 24/7 monitoring. Ensuring our client’s security and helping drive their business growth are our top priorities. ![Andrew McLeod](https://landing.kobalt.io/hubfs/Andrew%202022.jpg) Andrew McLeod CEO & Co-Founder of Certn Andrew McLeod is a Co-Founder and the CEO of Certn. Under his leadership, Certn has won multiple regional awards including 2nd in Deloitte’s Technology Fast 50™ (Canada) and 24th in North American Technology Fast 500™. Andrew is no stranger to disrupting a variety of industries. As the Chief Strategic Officer of RentMoola, he altered the rent payments space. During his free time, Andrew enjoys surfing off the coast of Vancouver Island with his family. About [Certn](https://certn.co/) Certn isn’t a background check provider with a tech department, it’s a tech-first leader innovating every part of the background screening process. Certn is changing background screening globally by offering the easiest-to-use platform, checks in 200+ countries and territories, free 24/7 customer support, and fast and compliant results. Trusted by 10,000+ clients, Certn helps businesses manage risk, stay compliant, and hire faster—all while delivering candidate experiences that help them stand out. #### Copyright © 2025 Kobalt.io. All Rights Reserved. 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