Achieve SOC 2 Compliance with Expert Consultancy and Advanced Technology
Utilise Our Proven Platform and Skilled Consultants to Navigate Your SOC 2 Compliance Journey Effectively and Affordably
SOC 2: Build Trust, Secure Data, and Simplify Audits
SOC 2 is a cybersecurity compliance framework designed for service and technology providers handling customer data, driving organizations to establish robust, continuous security processes to protect data and build trust. With our expert guidance and AI-driven platform, we streamline SOC 2 compliance by automating evidence collection, employee training, and implementing strong security controls.
- Key Benefits On Our SOC 2 Proposition:
- Connect and automatically scan various Cloud Services, such as AWS, Google Cloud, and Azure.
- Gain an overview of vulnerabilities and associated risk scores through our platform, with remediation guidance for each point.
- Automatically monitor compliance and alert personnel to tasks and nonconformities.
- Utilize data from 150+ integrations for control testing and streamline evidence collection workflows.
- Seamlessly run vendor risk assessment, with regular reviews and monitoring, following the proper due diligence process.
- Review, keep and apply vendor certifications and reports in other compliance processes, such as GDPR and ISO 27001.
- Access our Robust Policies Library, Adapt and publish vetted documents securely through our platform.
- Expert Oversight and Review: Our team ensures all documents meet compliance standards.
- Wiki environment with relevant resources to support you along the SOC 2 journey.
- Platform with full task management controls, allowing complete collaboration within multiple teams through our dashboard and reports.
- A workflows that simplifies employee onboarding and off-boarding. Tracks background checks, security training, and policy acceptance.
- Become audit-ready with our industry veterans and compliance specialists who will guide you in your preparation process.
- Rely on our experts in Switzerland and France for consultancy in English and French.
- We recommend trusted third-party auditors to ensure a seamless compliance journey.
- Packages start at CHF 20,000 for small businesses to meet their SOC2 requirements.
- Enterprise plans are tailored to each enterprise's needs and situation.
- Cost-Effective Subscription Model for Ongoing Support
- We can help you become SOC 2 compliant!
Expert Guidance, Affordable Solutions, and a Seamless Path to Compliance
SOC 2 Certification Process Timeline
The step by step of our Streamlined, cost-Effective, and swift certification SOC 2 compliance journey.
Initial Consultation and Assessment
Engage with our SOC 2 consultancy experts to understand your specific needs and challenges. During this phase, we conduct a thorough assessment of your current security practices and readiness for SOC 2 compliance.
We develop a tailored SOC 2 compliance roadmap, outlining the necessary actions, timelines, and resources required to achieve compliance. The roadmap includes detailed guidance on implementing the required security controls, addressing relevant Trust Services Criteria, and documenting policies.
Timeline: 1-4 weeks.
Implementation and Documentation
Implement the security controls and document all necessary policies and procedures as outlined in the compliance roadmap. This includes employee training and establishing a robust security framework to meet SOC 2 requirements.
Timeline: 1-3 months.
SOC 2 Type I Audit
Conduct the SOC 2 Type I audit to assess the design and implementation of security processes at a specific point in time. This audit ensures that your security controls are properly designed and documented.
Timeline: This audit typically takes 1-2 weeks
SOC 2 Type II Preparation
Prepare for the SOC 2 Type II audit by continuously monitoring and refining your security controls. This phase involves ensuring that controls are effectively operating over a specified period (minimum 3 months, with 12 months recommended for best results).
Throughout this period, we assist in ongoing evidence collection and control testing to ensure readiness for the Type II audit.
Timeline: Preparation for the Type II audit involves ongoing activities over 3-12 months.
SOC 2 Type II Audit
Conduct the SOC 2 Type II audit to evaluate the effectiveness of your security processes over the defined period. This comprehensive audit verifies that the controls are operating as intended and meet the SOC 2 Trust Services Criteria.
Timeline: This audit typically takes 2-4 weeks.
Continuous Monitoring and Improvement
After achieving SOC 2 certification, maintain continuous monitoring of your security controls to ensure ongoing compliance. Implement regular internal audits, update documentation as needed, and address any non-conformities promptly.
Timeline: Continuous monitoring is an ongoing process, with annual surveillance audits recommended to maintain certification
By taking the first step on your SOC 2 journey, you are closer to achieving other essential certifications:
The automated compliance platform has a common control layer that makes it easy to apply the same controls you have completed to additional frameworks, so you can save time meeting new standards.
Your SOC2 Resource Hub
Explore our specialized SOC2 content, featuring risk assessments, checklists, articles, and FAQs to guide your compliance journey
TOP 3 Frequently Asked Questions about SOC2
SOC 2 (System and Organization Controls 2) is a framework for managing and protecting sensitive data based on five Trust Services Criteria: security, availability, processing integrity, confidentiality, and privacy. It is essential for ensuring that service providers effectively manage data security and privacy, thereby building trust with clients and stakeholders.
There are two main types of SOC 2 reports:
• SOC 2 Type I: Assesses the design of controls at a specific point in time.
• SOC 2 Type II: Evaluates the operational effectiveness of controls over a specified period. These reports provide assurance about how well a service provider manages data security and privacy over time.
SOC 2 compliance is essential for any organization that handles or processes customer data, particularly those in the service industry. This includes, but is not limited to, cloud service providers, SaaS companies, data centers, and IT managed service providers. These organizations need to demonstrate robust data security practices to build trust with clients and meet regulatory requirements.
Service Organizations: Companies that provide services involving customer data, such as cloud storage, SaaS, and IT services, need SOC 2 compliance to ensure they are managing data securely and effectively.
Financial, Healthcare, and Educational Sectors: Organizations in highly regulated industries like finance, healthcare, and education often require SOC 2 compliance to meet stringent data protection regulations and reassure clients and stakeholders of their security posture.
Third-Party Vendors: Many companies require their third-party vendors and partners to be SOC 2 compliant to ensure the entire supply chain adheres to high standards of data security and privacy.
Achieving SOC 2 compliance helps organizations build trust with clients, reduce the risk of data breaches, and gain a competitive edge in the market. It demonstrates a commitment to protecting sensitive information and maintaining high standards of security, availability, processing integrity, confidentiality, and privacy.
Complete Compliance, Powered by Expertise and AI
RT delivers robust expert support and AI-driven tools, providing the smartest solution to streamline compliance, save time, reduce costs, and ensure peace of mind.
The Compliance Loop
Our 360-degree approach ensures full-circle support throughout the compliance process. We don’t just step in when there’s a challenge; we proactively prepare you for success and offer continued assistance afterward.
Pre Becoming Compliant
Legal: Ensures alignment with legal aspects of the regulatory requirements.
Internal Audit: Validates and records compliance with regulatory requirements, preparing for external audit, when needed.
Compliance AI: Streamlines compliance with technology, improving policy creation, risk management, audits, and coordination.
Technical Remediation:Â Addresses gaps in necessary security controls and implements fixes.
Programme Management: Oversees the compliance journey to ensure success.
The Compliance Loop
Our 360-degree approach ensures full-circle support throughout the compliance process. We don’t just step in when there’s a challenge; we proactively prepare you for success and offer continued assistance afterward.
Post Keeping Compliant
Legal Representation: Provide EU and Swiss representation as mandated by compliance frameworks.
Pen-Testing: Regularly conducts penetration testing to identify and address system vulnerabilities.
Compliance Tool: Provides ongoing security and privacy controls tracking and reporting capabilities.
Security Operations: Manages day-to-day security to mitigate risks.
Security Operations: Offers expertise to address evolving security needs.
Redefining Compliance with a Game-Changing AI Platform
Comprehensive Compliance: Manage all frameworks in one place with real-time tracking and tailored next steps.
Proactive Risk Management: Identify vulnerabilities early and follow AI-recommended actions to protect your business.
Efficient Team Management: Onboard, assign tasks, and track progress to ensure organization-wide compliance.
Effortless Integration: Connect with 200+ tools like Google Workspace, Slack, and AWS to streamline workflows.
Cost Savings: Consolidate tools, automate processes, and reduce reliance on external agencies.
