Question 1

What is SOC 2 compliance?

Accepted Answer

SOC 2 (System and Organization Controls 2) is a framework developed by the American Institute of CPAs (AICPA) that defines criteria for managing customer data based on five "trust service principles": security, availability, processing integrity, confidentiality, and privacy. SOC 2 compliance means your organization has established processes and controls that adequately protect customer data according to these principles.

Question 2

How long does it take to get SOC 2 certified?

Accepted Answer

With traditional methods, SOC 2 certification can take 6-12 months. With SOC2Fast, most companies can achieve SOC 2 Type I certification in 6-8 weeks and Type II certification in 12 weeks (after the required observation period). The exact timeline depends on your organization's size, complexity, and current security posture.

Question 3

What's the difference between SOC 2 Type I and Type II?

Accepted Answer

SOC 2 Type I assesses whether your security controls are properly designed at a specific point in time. SOC 2 Type II verifies that these controls are operating effectively over a period of time (typically 3-12 months). Type II is more comprehensive and provides stronger assurance to your customers and partners.

Question 4

Do I need an auditor to get SOC 2 certified?

Accepted Answer

Yes, SOC 2 certification requires an independent audit by a licensed CPA firm. We partner with trusted auditors who understand our platform and can streamline the audit process. We can connect you with an appropriate auditor or work with your preferred auditor.

Question 5

How does automated evidence collection work?

Accepted Answer

We integrate with your cloud providers (AWS, GCP, Azure), development tools (GitHub, GitLab), HR systems, and other platforms to automatically collect and organize evidence of compliance. This eliminates the need for manual screenshots and documentation, saving your team significant time and effort.

Question 6

What size companies work with SOC2Fast?

Accepted Answer

We are designed to work for companies of all sizes, from startups to enterprises. Our pricing and features scale based on your organization's size and compliance needs. We have specific plans tailored for startups, growth-stage companies, and enterprises.

Question 7

Can we help with other compliance frameworks?

Accepted Answer

Yes, while our platform specializes in SOC 2 compliance, many of the controls and processes overlap with other frameworks like HIPAA, GDPR, ISO 27001, and NIST. Our Enterprise plan includes support for multiple compliance frameworks, and we can help you leverage your SOC 2 work for these additional certifications.

Question 8

What happens after I get certified?

Accepted Answer

SOC 2 compliance is an ongoing process, not a one-time achievement. After certification, we continue to monitor your systems, collect evidence, and alert you to potential issues. This continuous compliance approach ensures you're always audit-ready and can easily renew your certification each year.

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