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 SOC 2 is an auditing standard developed by the AICPA for service organizations that store, process, or transmit customer data. It is particularly relevant for SaaS companies, cloud providers, and any organization that handles sensitive client information and needs to demonstrate security trust. 

SOC 2 Type I evaluates the design of controls at a specific point in time, while Type II assesses both the design and operating effectiveness of controls over a period (typically 6-12 months). Type II is generally more valued by customers as it demonstrates sustained compliance.

Achieving SOC 2 compliance typically takes 6-12 months for the initial audit. Type I can be completed faster since it's a point-in-time assessment. Type II requires a monitoring period of 3-12 months. Our readiness assessment helps determine a realistic timeline based on your current posture.

The five Trust Service Criteria are: Security (the foundation, required for all SOC 2 reports), Availability (system uptime and accessibility), Processing Integrity (data processing accuracy and completeness), Confidentiality (protection of confidential information), and Privacy (handling of personal information). Only Security is mandatory; others are selected based on your services.

SOC 2 reports are typically issued annually. Type II reports cover a specific monitoring period, and organizations usually undergo annual audits to maintain continuous compliance and provide up-to-date reports to their customers and stakeholders.

Yes, SOC 2 controls often overlap with other frameworks like ISO 27001, HIPAA, and GDPR. Many organizations use SOC 2 as a foundation and extend their compliance program to cover additional requirements. We can help you map SOC 2 controls to other frameworks for maximum efficiency.

Not necessarily. These tools can help with evidence collection and monitoring, but they are not a substitute for proper control implementation, policy development, and audit preparation. We can work with or without automation platforms to get you ready. 

 No. SOC 2 audits must be conducted by a licensed CPA firm. We provide the consulting and readiness support to prepare you for the audit, and can connect you with experienced auditors — including Big Four affiliates — to ensure a smooth process. 

ISO 27001 is the international standard for Information Security Management Systems (ISMS). Published by ISO and IEC, it provides a systematic approach to managing sensitive company and customer information. It matters because it demonstrates to clients, partners, and regulators that your organization takes information security seriously and follows globally recognized best practices.

An ISMS is a framework of policies, procedures, and controls that systematically manages an organization's information security risks. ISO 27001 requires the ISMS to cover risk assessment, risk treatment, security controls (Annex A), internal audits, management reviews, and continual improvement. It takes a holistic approach to security, covering people, processes, and technology.

The process involves establishing your ISMS scope, conducting a risk assessment, implementing controls from Annex A, performing an internal audit, and undergoing a two-stage external audit by an accredited certification body (Stage 1 documentation review, Stage 2 on-site/remote assessment). 

ISO 27001:2022 reorganized and updated Annex A controls from 114 to 93 controls across four themes (Organizational, People, Physical, Technological), added 11 new controls, and introduced more emphasis on threat intelligence, cloud security, and data masking. 

No. Controls are selected based on your risk assessment and documented in the Statement of Applicability (SoA). Any control not implemented must have a documented justification. We guide you through this process to ensure your control selection is defensible and practical. 

No. ISO 27001 certification must be performed by an accredited certification body (CB). We provide consulting and readiness support, and can help you select and engage the right certification body for your needs. 

PCI DSS (Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard) applies to any organization that stores, processes, or transmits payment card data. Compliance is required by the major card brands (Visa, Mastercard, etc.) and enforced through merchant and service provider agreements.

Merchant levels are determined by annual transaction volume. Level 1 merchants (over 6 million transactions/year) require an annual Report on Compliance (ROC) by a QSA. Levels 2–4 may use a Self-Assessment Questionnaire (SAQ). Service providers have their own level structure. 

 PCI DSS v4.0 introduces more flexibility in how organizations meet requirements, emphasizes continuous security rather than point-in-time compliance, and adds new requirements around authentication, targeted risk analysis, and e-commerce security. v4.0 is now the active standard. 

 Scope reduction is one of the most impactful steps you can take. Strategies include network segmentation, tokenization, and point-to-point encryption (P2PE). We help identify and implement scope reduction opportunities that align with your business model. 

 The right SAQ depends on how your organization accepts and processes card payments (e.g., card-present, e-commerce, call center). We help you determine the correct SAQ type and guide you through completing it accurately. 

 No. Formal PCI DSS assessments must be conducted by a Qualified Security Assessor (QSA) or through approved self-assessment processes. We provide readiness consulting and preparation support to help you successfully pass your assessment. 

 When you work with SRpro.tech, you receive end-to-end readiness support — not just templates. This includes a gap assessment to understand where you stand today, a customized compliance roadmap with clear milestones, full policy and procedure documentation tailored to your environment, hands-on control implementation guidance, weekly check-ins to keep the project moving, auditor coordination support, and ongoing guidance through the audit process. We lead the work so your team can stay focused on running the business. 

Most compliance vendors either sell you software or hand you a stack of templates and walk away. We do neither. SRpro.tech works as an embedded partner — we learn your environment, build the compliance program with you, and stay through the audit until you cross the finish line. Our team combines deep technical expertise with practical, real-world experience across CMMC, SOC 2, ISO 27001, and PCI DSS. We also have established relationships with leading audit firms, including Big Four affiliates, which means better coordination and often better pricing for our clients. 

You do not need to come prepared with existing documentation or policies — we provide the full framework and tailor everything to your environment. Your main responsibility is to provide relevant business and technical context, make key decisions, and provide timely approvals along the way. We lead the process and aim to keep your team's time investment focused and efficient, minimizing disruption to your day-to-day operations. 

We hold at least one structured meeting per week to track progress, resolve open items, and align on next steps. Beyond that, we work through the communication channels most convenient for your team — Slack, Teams, or email. We integrate into your existing workflow rather than adding unnecessary overhead. 

 That is completely fine — and very common. Most organizations we work with are not fully prepared when they start. The gap assessment at the beginning of our engagement is designed specifically to surface what is missing, prioritize what needs to be addressed, and build a realistic path to readiness. You do not need to solve anything before engaging us; that is exactly what we are here for. 

 Yes on both counts. We stay with you through the audit process — helping prepare for auditor requests, organizing evidence, and providing guidance during the assessment. After certification, we can continue supporting your team to maintain compliance, adapt controls as your environment evolves, and prepare for renewal cycles. 

Yes. We have established relationships with reputable audit firms across CMMC, SOC 2, ISO 27001, and PCI DSS — including Big Four affiliates and accredited C3PAOs. We help you select the right auditor for your scope and budget, and in many cases our relationships result in more favorable commercial terms for our clients.