SOC Compliances
Case Study
SOC Compliances
We believe maintaining SOC (System and Organization Controls) compliance is essential for our organization that manage sensitive data, especially in cloud services, fintech, health tech, and enterprise SaaS. It demonstrates that our company has the proper controls in place to protect data, ensure privacy, and operate securely.
What we did
Our best practices for Maintaining SOC Compliance
- Understand the Type of SOC Report You Need
SOC 1: Focuses on internal controls over financial reporting.
- Implement Strong Security Controls
Access Controls: Role-based access, MFA, least privilege principles.
- Continuous Monitoring & Logging
Use SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, Datadog, LogRhythm) to monitor system activity
- Maintain Audit-Ready Documentation
Keep policies, procedures, and evidence up to date:Security policies,Employee onboarding/offboarding processes,Risk assessments & Vendor reviews
- Employee Training & Awareness
Conduct regular security training for all employees.
- Vendor and Third-Party Risk Management
Perform due diligence on third parties who process data on your behalf.
- Regular Internal Audits and Reviews
Schedule quarterly reviews of SOC controls and performance.
- Work Closely with Your Auditor
Choose a reputable CPA firm experienced in SOC audits.
- Track and Improve Continuously
Use compliance dashboards or tools like Vanta, Drata, or Secureframe to monitor control status.
- Stay Current with Regulatory Changes
SOC 2 aligns well with other frameworks like ISO 27001, HIPAA, GDPR, etc.
The Payoff