SOC 2 Certification
The must-have certification for SaaS companies. SOC 2 proves to customers that you protect their data with enterprise-grade security controls.
What is SOC 2?
SOC 2 is an auditing standard developed by the AICPA that evaluates service organizations on five Trust Service Criteria: Security, Availability, Processing Integrity, Confidentiality, and Privacy. Type I reports assess control design at a point in time, while Type II reports evaluate control effectiveness over a period (typically 3-12 months).
- Close enterprise deals faster with proof of security
- Reduce security questionnaire burden by 80%
- Meet contractual requirements from large customers
- Improve internal security practices
Typical Timeline
4-8 weeks
Pass Rate
100%
Controls
12+
Clients Certified
50+
Key Requirements
Here's what you need to address for SOC 2 certification
Access Control & Authentication
Network & Infrastructure Security
Data Encryption (at rest & in transit)
Logging & Monitoring
Incident Response
Vendor Management
Change Management
Availability & Disaster Recovery
Data Backup & Retention
Employee Security Training
Background Checks
Risk Assessment
Your Path to Certification
Our proven process gets you certified faster
Readiness Assessment
1-2 weeksEvaluate current controls against SOC 2 requirements and create a remediation roadmap.
Control Implementation
3-4 weeksImplement missing controls, configure monitoring, and establish evidence collection.
Type I Audit
2-3 weeksComplete Type I audit to validate control design. Optional but recommended.
Observation Period
3-6 monthsControls operate and collect evidence. We monitor and address any issues.
Type II Audit
2-4 weeksComplete Type II audit with your chosen CPA firm. We handle evidence and auditor communications.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between Type I and Type II?
Type I is a point-in-time assessment of control design. Type II evaluates control effectiveness over a period (typically 3-12 months). Most enterprise customers require Type II.
Which Trust Service Criteria do we need?
Security is required for all SOC 2 reports. We recommend adding Availability for SaaS companies. Confidentiality and Privacy are important if you handle sensitive data. We'll help you choose the right scope.
How much does SOC 2 cost?
Our SOC 2 engagements typically range from $20,000 to $50,000 depending on scope and complexity, plus $15,000-$30,000 for the audit firm.
Can we use compliance automation tools?
Absolutely! We partner with Vanta, Drata, and Secureframe. We'll help you select, configure, and maximize value from these platforms.
Ready to Get SOC 2 Certified?
Take the first step with our free readiness assessment.