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    What is SOC 2?

SOC 2 Provides Assurance To Customers

Organizations frequently engage service providers for IT services, exposing 
themselves to additional risks. SOC 2 ensures the security, availability, processing integrity, confidentiality, and privacy of customer data through a comprehensive assessment of service organizations' controls. SOC 2 enables businesses to verify 
that their service providers maintain robust risk management practices and adhere 
to high security standards.

Why Choose SOC 2?

SOC 2 is the most common Service Organization Control report, together with ISAE 3402 / SOC 1 reporting. There are two types of reports, a Type I report and a Type II report. A Type I report is a report on design and existence of controls. A Type II also focuses on the operating effectiveness of controls during a predefined period.
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Outsourcing

More key IT functions are outsourced 
due to cloud opportunities 
and global competition.
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General IT Controls

SOC 2 is the international standard for 
IT control assurance, boosting confidence in business processes.
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Trust Service Criteria

The Trust Service Criteria 
are internationally recognized for auditing an organization's controls and processes.
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Attestation Services

SOC 2 | ISAE 3000 and SOC 1 | ISAE 3402 include Type I for design and existence 
of controls, and Type II for effectiveness.

SOC 2 Certification 
and Reporting

SOC 2 focuses on a business’s non-financial reporting controls as they relate to Security, Availability, Processing integrity, Confidentiality, and Privacy. These principles are outlined in the Trust Services Criteria. Each of the criteria has defined requirements (Points of Focus) that must be met to implement within the organization to demonstrate adherence to the criteria.
ISAE 3402 vs ISO 27001
Type I evaluates the design and existence of internal controls 
at a specific point in time, ensuring they are adequately structured 
to meet applicable criteria. This type of audit provides a snapshot 
of the controls in place, confirming their presence and suitability 
for safeguarding data.
In a Type II report, the external auditor reports on the suitability 
of the design and existence of controls and on the operating effectiveness of these controls during a predefined period. This implies that the external auditor performs a detailed examination of the internal controls of the service organization and also examines whether all controls are operating effectively in accordance with predefined processes and controls for and procedures.

How to Obtain SOC 2 Certification

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1. Understand Trust Services Criteria

Familiarize yourself with the five Trust Services Criteria—security, availability, processing integrity, confidentiality, and privacy—to determine which are applicable to your organization’s services.

2. Conduct a Gap Analysis

Assess your current internal controls and practices against the SOC 2 requirements to identify any gaps 
that need to be addressed before the audit.
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3. Perform a Gap Analysis

Analyze your existing controls against SOC 2 requirements to identify any deficiencies or areas needing improvement before the audit.

4. Implement Necessary Controls

Design and implement the required internal controls 
to address identified gaps, ensuring they align with the Trust Services Criteria and are effective in managing risks.
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5. Engage an Independent Auditor

Select a qualified external auditor with experience in SOC 2 audits to assess your organization’s controls, providing an objective evaluation of your compliance.

6. Prepare for the Audit

Gather relevant documentation and evidence of your implemented controls, and ensure that your team 
is ready to demonstrate the operational effectiveness 
of these controls during the audit process, whether 
for Type I or Type II certification.
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Why You Should Register an SOC 2 Report?

Registering an SOC 2 report enhances your organization's credibility 
by demonstrating a commitment to data security and effective risk management practices. It provides clients and stakeholders with assurance that you have implemented robust internal controls 
to protect sensitive information, fostering trust and confidence in your services. Additionally, an SOC 2 report can help you comply with industry regulations and standards, making it easier to attract new business opportunities. To register, please fill out the form on our website, providing information about your organization and its report.
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Frequently 
Asked Questions

For a SOC 2 certification, or better; a SOC 2 assurance opinion on the Trust Services Criteria, a Service Organization Control report is required. This report should be audited by an external auditor. The auditor issues a SOC 2 (ISAE 3000) Type I or SOC 2 Type II assurance report, which is included in the SOC report. This report should be prepared in accordance with the Trust Service Criteria. All controls are required to be included and should be auditable. Generally, this requires more registration of controls and more discipline to work in accordance with these controls.
For a SOC 2 certification, or better; a SOC 2 assurance opinion on the Trust Services Criteria, a Service Organization Control report is required. This report should be audited by an external auditor. The auditor issues a SOC 2 (ISAE 3000) Type I or SOC 2 Type II assurance report, which is included in the SOC report. This report should be prepared in accordance with the Trust Service Criteria. All controls are required to be included and should be auditable. Generally, this requires more registration of controls and more discipline to work in accordance with these controls.
For a SOC 2 certification, or better; a SOC 2 assurance opinion on the Trust Services Criteria, a Service Organization Control report is required. This report should be audited by an external auditor. The auditor issues a SOC 2 (ISAE 3000) Type I or SOC 2 Type II assurance report, which is included in the SOC report. This report should be prepared in accordance with the Trust Service Criteria. All controls are required to be included and should be auditable. Generally, this requires more registration of controls and more discipline to work in accordance with these controls.
For a SOC 2 certification, or better; a SOC 2 assurance opinion on the Trust Services Criteria, a Service Organization Control report is required. This report should be audited by an external auditor. The auditor issues a SOC 2 (ISAE 3000) Type I or SOC 2 Type II assurance report, which is included in the SOC report. This report should be prepared in accordance with the Trust Service Criteria. All controls are required to be included and should be auditable. Generally, this requires more registration of controls and more discipline to work in accordance with these controls.
For a SOC 2 certification, or better; a SOC 2 assurance opinion on the Trust Services Criteria, a Service Organization Control report is required. This report should be audited by an external auditor. The auditor issues a SOC 2 (ISAE 3000) Type I or SOC 2 Type II assurance report, which is included in the SOC report. This report should be prepared in accordance with the Trust Service Criteria. All controls are required to be included and should be auditable. Generally, this requires more registration of controls and more discipline to work in accordance with these controls.