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Elevate your credibility with SOC 2® Compliance. We’ll do the heavy lifting on your data’s integrity and audit process so you can focus on your business.
We help businesses and enterprises ensure their data is secure during transmission, storage, and management in the cloud; this reduces risk and improves your trust.
Obtaining SOC 2® compliance provides you with a competitive advantage, signaling that your business prioritizes data security. Safeguard your data today, starting with a quick hello by filling out the form to the right.
- Data Protection
- Risk Mitigation
- Trust and Assurance
- Business Relationships
- Improved Systems and Controls
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SOC 2®, or Systems and Organization Controls 2, is a security framework developed by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA). It outlines how organizations should manage and protect customer data or PII, especially when this data is stored in a cloud environment. In an environment where cloud hosting is incredibly popular and data breaches are on the rise, achieving SOC 2® compliance is seen as a valuable way for companies to demonstrate their commitment to information security.
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For companies such as Cloud Service Providers, Healthcare IT, Financial Institutions, Fintech and SaaS Companies, and Data Analytics Firms, SOC 2 compliance plays a crucial role. These entities handle and store substantial amounts of sensitive data, be it client, patient, or financial information. The assurance of stringent data protection measures, offered by achieving SOC 2 compliance, increases trust and fosters business relationships. This is especially pertinent for companies operating under robust regulations, such as those in the healthcare sector subject to HIPAA in the U.S. With this certification, customers and regulators can be confident that the company has robust data protections in place.
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The SOC 1®, SOC 2®, and SOC 3® reports are different types of audits used to evaluate and verify an organization's internal controls.
SOC 1®, a financial audit report, evaluates an organization's internal controls over financial reporting. It is designed mainly for third-party service providers and provides assurance that a company's clients' financial information is being handled safely and securely.
In contrast, SOC 2® is a security and controls report that focuses on operations and compliance. This framework is designed to help businesses demonstrate their data center and cloud security controls, with a particular emphasis on security. SOC 2® is rooted in the Trust Services Criteria, which cover availability, confidentiality, privacy, processing integrity, and security.
Finally, SOC 3® is similar to SOC 2® but is designed to be presented to a general audience. It is not a private report and is used to publicly showcase how effective an organization's internal controls are.
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SOC 2® was developed to measure the effectiveness of an organization's security controls, particularly in the context of data centers and cloud security. This report is intended to reassure clients about the safety of their data when using technology services, focusing on key elements such as system availability, data confidentiality, privacy, processing integrity, and overall security against cyber threats.
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• SOC 2® Type 1 Audit assesses the design of an organization's controls at a specific point in time, verifying that the necessary systems are in place to meet requirements.
• SOC 2® Type 2 Audit is a more comprehensive evaluation, this audit reviews both the design and operational effectiveness of controls over a period of time, offering a detailed view of an organization's control environment and providing greater assurance due to the extended audit period.
SOC 2® is a registered trademark of AICPA. Nearby Creative is not affiliated, associated, authorized, endorsed by, or in any way officially connected with the AICPA, or any of its subsidiaries or its affiliates.
The Five Trust Service Criteria (TSC) of SOC 2®
Security: Protecting against unauthorized access (both physical and digital).
Availability: Ensuring systems are operational and available for use as committed or agreed.
Processing Integrity: Validating the processing of transactions is complete, accurate, timely, and authorized.
Confidentiality: Discovering that information designated as confidential is protected.
Privacy: Aligning how PII is collected, used, retained, and disposed of in accordance with the entity's privacy notice and with criteria set forth in the AICPA's generally accepted privacy principles (GAPP).
Our Approach
Nearby Creative offers a comprehensive suite of services aimed at guiding your business to achieve and maintain SOC 2® compliance.
By entrusting us with your compliance needs, you can focus on your core business goals while enhancing your organization's credibility and reputation.
Nearby Creative is a trusted partner in your compliance journey. Our team's expertise, combined with our comprehensive approach to auditing, ensures you receive a thorough, tailored service.
Discovery and Gap Assessment
We work closely with your team to identify your current compliance status and areas for improvement. This process is tailored to your unique needs, ensuring we cover all relevant aspects of your operation.
Audit Assistance
Our short-term audit assistance prepares you for both Type I and Type II SOC 2® audits.
SOC 2® Management Program
We implement necessary technical, administrative, and physical security controls required for compliance, fix control gaps, and ensure your success in meeting SOC 2® criteria.
Partnering for Auditing
We collaborate with trusted third-party auditing firms to ensure a comprehensive audit process. This alliance allows us to offer a seamless experience from discovery to audit, resulting in a robust and reliable SOC 2® compliance process.
Implementation, Maintenance, and Training
Our engineers direct or implement necessary tooling, upgrades and patches, as well as provide as-needed consultation to future development to stay in compliance.
The Benefits of SOC 2® Compliance
Obtaining SOC 2® compliance provides you with a competitive advantage, showing that your business prioritizes data security and has passed an independent audit to validate this commitment.
What opportunities and benefits can you take advantage of?
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Depending on your industry, SOC 2® compliance can assist in meeting certain regulatory requirements, proving advantageous for legal and regulatory purposes.
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SOC 2® is designed to ensure that your systems are set up to prioritize data in relation to TSC. This not only safeguards your company's proprietary information but also the data of your customers.
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SOC 2® compliance allows you to identify and address potential risks and vulnerabilities, enhancing your organization's overall risk management strategy.
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Earn the confidence of clients and stakeholders with SOC 2® compliance. Demonstrating that you have robust controls in place to protect data gives you a significant competitive advantage, especially in industries where data security is paramount.
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Many businesses mandate SOC 2® compliance from their partners and vendors; as such, achieving this compliance can create opportunities for new business relationships and collaborations.
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The journey to SOC 2® compliance often includes a thorough review of your systems and controls. This process can lead to enhancements in many areas of your organization's IT environment, improving an organization’s operational efficiency.