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Compliance

SOC 2 Certification

Service Organization Control 2 Compliance

SOC 2 is a framework for managing customer data and demonstrating security and availability of services, particularly relevant for technology and cloud service companies.

Standard status: SOC 2 reports are issued by licensed CPA firms against the AICPA 2017 Trust Services Criteria (revised points of focus, 2022). Certsure supports readiness; the SOC 2 report itself is issued by the auditor. Official source ↗

How Certsure helps with SOC 2

Certsure Certification is a consultancy based in Lucknow, working with organisations across India. We help you understand the requirements, close the gaps and get ready for assessment — gap analysis, documentation, implementation support, training, internal audits and support during the external audit. The certificate, licence, registration or report itself is granted by the relevant authority, accreditation board or independent auditor.

Not sure whether SOC 2 is the right fit? Read how to choose the right ISO standard or ask our team.

Why it matters

Benefits of SOC 2 Certification

Customer Data Protection

Demonstrate rigorous controls for protecting customer data from unauthorized access.

Enterprise Sales

SOC 2 report is increasingly required by enterprise customers before vendor approval.

Competitive Differentiation

Stand out in a crowded market by demonstrating third-party verified security practices.

Risk Management

Identify and address security and operational risks before they become incidents.

Business Growth

Remove security concerns as a barrier to closing enterprise deals faster.

Regulatory Alignment

SOC 2 compliance supports GDPR, HIPAA, and other privacy regulation requirements.
How it works

SOC 2 process, step by step

  1. Scoping & Gap Assessment
  2. Controls Documentation
  3. Controls Implementation
  4. Readiness Assessment
  5. SOC 2 Type 1 Audit
  6. 12-Month Observation Period
  7. SOC 2 Type 2 Audit
  8. Report Issuance

Timelines depend on your organisation's size, the scope and how much of the system already exists. Read how to prepare for an ISO audit.

Preparation

Documents typically required

We provide a checklist tailored to your organisation. Commonly needed:

Security Policies & Procedures
Vendor Management Policies
Access Control Documentation
Incident Response Plans
Change Management Records
Business Continuity Plans
Employee Security Training Records
System Architecture Documentation
FAQ

SOC 2: frequently asked questions

SOC 2 Type 1 assesses whether controls are suitably designed at a specific point in time. SOC 2 Type 2 evaluates whether those controls operated effectively over a period of time (typically 6–12 months).
Both address information security but from different perspectives. ISO 27001 is an international standard with a certification, while SOC 2 is an attestation report used primarily in the US market.
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