SOC 2 Assessment Services
Earn Trust and Meet Compliance Standards
SRG helps you perform Systems and Organization Controls 2 (SOC 2) faster, with less overhead. Our expert-led services streamline audit preparation, allowing you to focus on growing your business with confidence.
What You Gain
- SOC 2 Readiness Assessment: Identify internal control gaps and get audit-ready with a clear action plan.
- Custom Policies and Documentation: Aligned to your systems, staff, and workflows.
- Technical Control Validation: Ensure your infrastructure meets SOC 2 requirements across access, logging, and cloud environments.
What is SOC 2?
SOC 2 (System and Organization Controls 2) is a widely recognized reporting framework developed by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA). It’s designed to evaluate how service organizations manage data based on five Trust Services Criteria: Security, Availability, Processing Integrity, Confidentiality, and Privacy. It’s especially beneficial for SaaS providers, cloud platforms, financial institutions, and any business that handles sensitive customer or partner data.
There are two types of SOC 2 reports:
- Type 1 evaluates the design and implementation of your controls at a specific moment in time
- Type 2 evaluates whether those controls operate effectively over a defined period, usually 3–12 months.
SOC 2 is a validation of your commitment to security and operational maturity.
For companies looking to build long-term customer trust, SOC 2 Type 2 attestation is often a non-negotiable requirement.
Expert-Led by Former NSA and DoD Professionals
Our team brings national security expertise to the compliance process, translating real-world risk into robust control design.
Built for Regulated and SaaS Environments
We tailor SOC 2 programs to fit cloud-native, healthcare, fintech, and data-centric business models.
Compliance That Strengthens Security
SOC 2 benefits go beyond checkbox audits. We align SOC 2 controls with your actual infrastructure by building maturity.
Human Advisory, Not Just Tools
Our hybrid model blends automation with hands-on support to simplify readiness and reduce internal workload.
End-to-End Engagement
From readiness assessments to remediation, auditor support, and continuous compliance—we stay engaged through every phase.
Reduced Internal Burden
Our structured methodology and guided evidence collection accelerate readiness while reducing the burden on internal teams.
Our SOC 2 Services
Security Research Group provides full-spectrum SOC 2 assessment and compliance services—built to guide you from initial scoping through audit support and beyond.
SOC 2 Readiness Assessment |
Identify your current state, surface control gaps, and receive a prioritized roadmap for meeting Trust Services Criteria. |
Policy and Control Framework Development |
Create tailored documentation aligned with your business model and SOC 2 requirements. |
Technical Control Validation |
Evaluate your infrastructure, including identity management, cloud configurations, and logging, to ensure compliance and operational effectiveness. |
Evidence Collection & Audit Preparation |
Streamline the audit process with structured guidance and checklists to organize key artifacts and prove control implementation. |
Auditor Liaison Support |
During the SOC 2 assessment, we help bridge communication between your team and the external auditor. This ensures alignment and clarity around goals. |
Post-Audit Support & Continuous Compliance |
Address any findings, strengthen your security posture, and maintain readiness for future SOC 2 Type 2 reports or re-assessments. |
Deliverables You Can Expect
Our SOC 2 security engagements provide action- and audit-ready outcomes to accelerate compliance:
- SOC 2 Readiness Report
A detailed evaluation of your current posture, mapped against Trust Services Criteria. - Custom Policy Suite
Documentation for key areas like access control, incident response, change management, and data retention. - Control Gap Analysis
A prioritized list of technical and procedural gaps, with remediation guidance. - Evidence Collection Toolkit
Organized templates and checklists to prepare audit documentation efficiently. - Audit Support Briefing
Executive- and auditor-facing summaries that explain your security controls and readiness status. - Post-Audit Recommendations
Tailored advice to address any auditor comments and support ongoing SOC 2 security maturity.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it typically take to complete a SOC 2 assessment?
A complete SOC 2 assessment typically takes 6–12 months, depending on your current control maturity, systems in scope, and documentation readiness. Type I is often completed in 1–3 months, while Type II usually spans a review period of 3 to 12 months to assess control effectiveness over time.
What are the main stages of the SOC 2 assessment process?
The SOC 2 assessment process includes discovery, gap analysis, remediation, evidence collection, and audit support. Each stage ensures your controls align with the Trust Services Criteria and are audit-ready.
How does a SOC 2 readiness assessment differ from an actual audit?
A readiness assessment identifies compliance gaps before a formal SOC 2 audit. It helps you prepare your systems, policies, and evidence. The audit itself is conducted by a licensed CPA firm and results in an official report.
Is it necessary to complete both SOC 2 Type I and Type II reports?
Not necessarily. SOC 2 Type 1 and Type 2 serve different purposes—Type 1 evaluates control design at a single point, while Type 2 assesses effectiveness over time. Many organizations start with Type 1 and then pursue Type 2 for stronger assurance.
What do we actually get at the end of a SOC 2 readiness engagement?
You receive a gap analysis, control recommendations, tailored policy documents, and a roadmap toward SOC 2 Type 2 attestation. These deliverables support successful audits and ongoing SOC 2 compliance.
Certifications
Our team holds leading certifications, including CISSP, CISA, and ISO 27001 Lead Implementer. We align every SOC 2 engagement with AICPA standards and security best practices across SaaS, healthcare, and fintech.
