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SOC 2® Compliance
Strengthen Your Business Security
In today’s digital economy, protecting sensitive data is a core requirement, not just a best practice. SOC 2 compliance helps businesses show they care about data security and managing risks. It also builds customer trust.
If you provide cloud-based software or process data in a regulated industry, understanding SOC 2 is important. It can help your business stand out.
What is SOC 2 Compliance?
SOC 2 (System and Organization Controls 2) is a framework developed by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA). It evaluates how companies manage internal controls to safeguard data across five Trust Services Criteria (TSC)
Security: Protecting systems from unauthorized access and security threats.
Availability: Ensuring systems are operational and accessible as expected.
Processing Integrity: Verifying that systems process data accurately, timely, and reliably.
Confidentiality: Protecting sensitive and proprietary business information.
Privacy: Managing personally identifiable information (PII) in accordance with privacy regulations like GDPR and CCPA.
Why should your business prioritize SOC 2?
Win Trust and Shorten Sales Cycles
Demonstrate that you have mature internal controls, protecting both business operations and customer data.
Expand into New Markets
SOC 2 is often required by enterprise buyers across industries like finance, healthcare, and cloud services. Meeting these expectations removes blockers in procurement and compliance reviews.
Improve Security Across the Board
The audit preparation process prompts organizations to implement stronger network security, access controls, risk management, and incident response plans.
Gain a Competitive Edge
Companies that proactively manage compliance—especially those operating in AI, SaaS, or data-intensive services—position themselves as more trustworthy and professional.
A Closer Look at SOC 2 Criteria
Understanding each Trust Services Criterion is essential for effective implementation:
Security: Firewall configuration, endpoint protection, and secure data center access.
Availability: Monitoring system uptime, failover testing, and cloud service resilience.
Processing Integrity: Accurate transaction handling, reliable business processes, and data validation.
Confidentiality: Encryption, access restrictions, and secure data disposal.
Privacy: Managing PII in line with data protection regulations.
Your Path to SOC 2 Compliance
Here’s how companies typically approach the process:
- Gap Analysis
- Assess your current posture to find weaknesses and prioritize fixes.
- Control Implementation
- Align information security controls with SOC 2 requirements. Automation tools like DSALTA help reduce time-consuming manual efforts.
- Audit Preparation
- Gather documentation, evidence, and align your team. This includes training team members, tracking tasks, and validating your ISMS.
- Undergo the Audit
- Pick a licensed auditor to do a Type 1 (point-in-time) or Type 2 (over-time) report. Choose based on your readiness and business needs.
DSALTA helps teams:
Continuously monitor controls
Collect audit evidence in real time
Map compliance with ISO 27001, GDPR, and more
Reduce reliance on spreadsheets and fragmented tools
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Staying Compliant Over Time
SOC 2 isn’t a one-time badge—it’s a long-term commitment. DSALTA supports ongoing compliance through:
- Real-time alerts for control drift
- Scheduled readiness assessments
- Simplified internal audits
- Audit-ready documentation at all times
- By embedding compliance into your operating systems and culture, your business becomes more resilient, efficient, and competitive.
Where Are You in the Compliance Process?
Beginner
I'm new to SOC 2
Intermediate
I'm preparing for an audit
Advanced
I need to stay compliant
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