SOC 2 Compliance

SOC 2 (Service Organization Control) is a compliance certification issued by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA). It evaluates whether a service organization (SaaS platform, cloud provider, MSP) has adequate controls over security, availability, processing integrity, confidentiality, and privacy. SOC 2 is not a checkbox, it requires designing and operating controls, documenting procedures, conducting regular risk assessments, and passing a third-party audit. SOC 2 Type II (the gold standard) audits controls over 6–12 months, proving they work reliably. Customers require Type II for procurement and compliance. Types I and II differ: Type I is a point-in-time snapshot; Type II demonstrates control operating effectiveness over time.