SOC 2 (System and Organization Controls2) is a widely recognized compliance standard designed to ensure that anorganization’s systems and controls are set up to protect customer data. It isbuilt on five key principles: Security, Availability, Processing Integrity,Confidentiality, and Privacy. SOC 2 applies to any organization that stores,processes, or manages customer data, making it essential across a wide range ofindustries such as technology, financial services, healthcare, and more. Theaudit evaluates your organization’s internal controls, policies, andoperational procedures, ensuring your systems meet stringent industryrequirements for data security and trust.
Learn how AuditVisor’s SOC 2 audits ensure top-tier data security, privacy, and confidentiality. Discover how our experienced team guides you through SOC 2 compliance, equipping you to protect customer data and build trust. From initial security control setup to audit readiness, AuditVisor’s tailored approach provides the confidence to meet industry standards and defend against cyber threats.
Protects against unauthorized access, ensuring that only authorized individuals can access systems and data.
Ensures systems are reliable and available for use as promised by service agreements.
Verifies that systems process data completely and accurately, without errors.
Ensures sensitive data is restricted to authorized individuals and protected from unauthorized access.
Protects personal information from misuse or unauthorized disclosure.
OPTION 1: On-Site Fieldwork
We will provide you with an itinerary of our on-site visit in advance and work closely with you to make sure the fieldwork runs smoothly. During this time, we'll conduct thorough walkthroughs, assess control effectiveness through testing procedures, gather necessary documentation for review, and more - all while keeping timeliness top of mind. Once completed, we’ll present the initial results during a final exit interview session so that there is clarity around the next steps needed to generate your SOC report. Our aim is 90-95% completion at the end of site visits; ensuring accuracy as well as timely delivery!
OPTION 2:Auditing just got easier - AuditSimple streamlines the process, leveraging technology to provide a virtual audit engagement solution that saves time and effort. Using minimal hardware requirements paired with collaborative software and cameras, we can confidently complete audits in real-time. Additionally, our secure server network provides us with access to required databases used during an audit process; this eliminates manual procedures or lengthy processing times associated with manual processes saving us a considerable amount of time during auditing engagements as well as unnecessary travel time.
What happens?
During the scoping phase, we define the boundaries of the audit by identifying the systems, services, and controls that need to be assessed. This phase ensures that the audit is focused on relevant systems without wasting time and resources on unnecessary areas.
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What happens?
We identify potential risks that could impact the security, privacy, or integrity of customer data. This helps ensure the audit addresses the most critical threats to your business.
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Prioritizing Risks: We help you prioritize risks, focusing on the areas that need the most attention to ensure your business is protected against potential threats
What happens?
This is the core of the SOC 2 audit. We test the effectiveness of your internal controls to ensure they align with the SOC 2 requirements.
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What happens?
Upon completion of the audit, we compile a report that summarizes your organization’s compliance status. This report is essential for both internal review and providing to external stakeholders like clients and business partners.
How AuditVisor helps:
Achieving SOC 2 compliance assures your clients that their data is in safe hands. It builds trust and enhances your reputation as a secure service provider.
SOC 2 compliance helps reduce the risk of data breaches and internal system vulnerabilities by ensuring your controls meet the highest standards.
SOC 2 compliance sets you apart from competitors who may not meet the same level of security and operational excellence.
Many customers and partners require SOC 2 certification before doing business. Being SOC 2 compliant makes it easier to onboard new clients without facing long due diligence processes.
AuditVisor is a licensed CPA firm registered in the state of Florida and also licensed in Montana. This ensures we meet the highest standards of professionalism, ethics, and quality.
Our team of auditors has extensive experience handling SOC 2 audits for businesses across various industries. With a deep understanding of the compliance landscape, we provide you with trusted expertise to navigate the audit process.
From the initial scoping phase to the final report, AuditVisor is with you every step of the way, providing expert advice and hands-on support.
We customize our approach to fit your business needs, ensuring the audit is as efficient and effective as possible.
We don’t stop at certification. AuditVisor provides ongoing support to help you maintain compliance and adapt to changing standards.
There are two types of SOC 2 reports:
The cost of a SOC 2 Audit depends on several factors, including the size of your organization, the complexity of your IT environment, the selected Trust Service Criteria, and whether you opt for a Type I or Type II report. At AuditVisor, we provide a customized scoping process to offer a tailored audit cost estimate that fits your business needs.
Yes, SOC 2 Audits must be conducted by a licensed CPA firm, such as AuditVisor, which is certified to perform these audits according to the AICPA standards. This ensures your report is credible and accepted by customers and business partners who rely on its findings.
The scoping process involves identifying the specific Trust Service Criteria (e.g., Security, Availability, Confidentiality, etc.) that are relevant to your business and the systems that will be audited. At AuditVisor, we work closely with your team to customize the audit scope based on your business objectives, risks, and the expectations of your clients or regulators.
The duration of a SOC 2 Audit depends on factors such as the type of report (Type I or Type II), the complexity of your controls, and the size of your organization. Type I audits are generally faster and may be completed in a few weeks, while Type II audits require more time as they involve evaluating control effectiveness over a longer period, typically several months.
Yes, AuditVisor offers integrated compliance audits, allowing you to combine SOC 2 with other frameworks such as SOC 1, ISO 27001, HIPAA, or GDPR. This approach can save time and reduce costs by streamlining the audit process and addressing multiple compliance requirements simultaneously.
Ensure your organization is operating with the highest standards of trust and compliance. Contact us today to schedule your SOC 2 audit.
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AUDITVISOR LLC
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