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SOC 2 Cybersecurity & Compliance Services
Build a stronger security program and prepare for your SOC 2 examination with expert guidance from Charles IT.
Common SOC 2 Compliance Challenges
Preparing for SOC 2 requires more than implementing cybersecurity tools. Your organization needs effective controls, clear documentation, defined processes, and evidence that demonstrates how those controls operate.
Unclear Security Gaps
Without a formal assessment, it can be difficult to know whether your existing controls are sufficient for your SOC 2 objectives.
Incomplete Documentation
Policies, procedures, control evidence, and other documentation need to be organized and maintained throughout the SOC 2 process.
Limited Internal Resources
Preparing for an examination can place significant demands on IT and leadership teams already managing day-to-day operations.
Maintaining Controls Over Time
For a SOC 2 Type 2 examination, controls must operate effectively throughout the specified review period, making ongoing management critical.
Build a Stronger SOC 2 Compliance Program
Charles IT helps turn SOC 2 requirements into practical security controls, processes, and documentation that prepare your organization for an independent examination.
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What’s Included in Our SOC 2 Services
Cybersecurity services and safeguards designed to strengthen your control environment and support SOC 2 readiness.
Endpoint Encryption
Protect sensitive information stored on business devices and reduce the risk of unauthorized data access.
External Vulnerability Scanning
Identify externally visible vulnerabilities that could expose your systems and network to cyber threats.
SIEM
Centralize security monitoring and improve visibility into suspicious activity and security events across your environment.
Multi-Factor Authentication
Add an additional layer of identity verification to help prevent unauthorized access to accounts and sensitive systems.
Dark Web Monitoring
Monitor for exposed credentials and compromised information that could create unauthorized access and security risks.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the difference between SOC 2 Type 1 and Type 2?
A SOC 2 Type 1 report evaluates the design of controls at a specific point in time. A SOC 2 Type 2 report evaluates both the design and operating effectiveness of controls over a defined period.
What are the five SOC 2 Trust Services Criteria?
The five Trust Services Criteria categories are Security, Availability, Processing Integrity, Confidentiality, and Privacy. Security is included in every SOC 2 examination, while the additional categories are included based on the organization’s services, commitments, and examination scope.
What is a SOC 2 gap assessment?
A SOC 2 gap assessment evaluates your existing controls and processes to identify weaknesses or missing requirements before beginning the formal examination process.
Can Charles IT perform our SOC 2 audit?
No, and this distinction is important. The independent SOC 2 examination and report must be performed by a licensed CPA firm. Charles IT can help your organization prepare by identifying gaps, strengthening controls, organizing evidence, and supporting the readiness process.
How does Charles IT help organizations prepare for SOC 2?
Charles IT helps organizations assess their current environment, identify security and control gaps, implement appropriate cybersecurity safeguards, organize documentation, and prepare for an independent SOC 2 examination.