SOC 2 Type II | 60+ Successful Audits
Get Your SOC 2 Type II Audit-Ready Plan
Typical timeline: 9-15 months to Type II audit-ready for startups. We guide implementation from gap assessment through audit prep so you can stay focused on product. Fixed pricing, clear milestones, investor-conscious security.
Next available: 7-10 business days | 30-minute technical discussion | No obligation
Choose the Path That Matches Your Current State
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Foundation Track: Build Audit Readiness
Perfect for seed/Series A startups who have enterprise deals in pipeline but no formal security program yet. Many teams reach audit readiness in as few as 4 months.
- • Gap assessment + architecture review in 3 weeks
- • Implement SSO/MFA, logging, DR, vendor management
- • Deliver auditor-ready policies, SSP, evidence playbook
- • Fast-track Notion template + control tracker included
Why Startups Need SOC 2
SOC 2 Type II is the security certification that unblocks enterprise sales. Without it, you can't get past legal and security reviews at F500 companies. With it, you prove your SaaS platform protects customer data through independently audited controls.
Complete SOC 2 Implementation
Gap Assessment & Scoping
Evaluate current security posture, identify gaps, define audit scope. Choose Trust Services Criteria (Security + Availability/Confidentiality/Privacy as needed).
Policy & Documentation
Create all required policies (InfoSec, Access Control, Incident Response, etc.), procedures, and evidence collection systems. Templates provided.
Technical Controls Implementation
Deploy required security controls: SSO, MFA, logging, encryption, vulnerability scanning, access reviews, backup testing, and monitoring.
Audit Readiness & Preparation
Pre-audit review, evidence package preparation, and readiness coaching. We help your team prepare to confidently respond to auditor requests.
SOC 2 Timeline
Months 1-2: Gap Assessment & Planning
Scope definition, gap analysis, control selection, implementation roadmap. Deliverable: SOC 2 readiness report.
Months 3-6: Implementation Sprint
Deploy technical controls, create policies, establish processes, train team. Deliverable: Complete control environment.
Months 6-7: Type I Audit (by CPA Firm)
Point-in-time assessment performed by your chosen CPA firm. Proves controls exist and are designed properly. Deliverable: Type I SOC 2 report (can start enterprise sales).
Months 7-15: Observation Period
Operate controls for 6-12 months, collect evidence, quarterly reviews. Deliverable: Continuous compliance documentation.
Months 15-17: Type II Audit (by CPA Firm)
Full operational effectiveness audit performed by your CPA firm, covering 6-12 month period. Deliverable: Type II SOC 2 report (enterprise standard).
Investment Breakdown
Fixed-Price Startup Packages Available
Includes: Implementation, first-year tooling, quarterly reviews, and pre-audit preparation. Fixed-price with milestone payments. Audit fees paid separately to your chosen CPA firm. Book a consultation for a personalised estimate.
Technical Requirements
Required Security Controls
- Single Sign-On (SSO) + Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
- Centralized logging and monitoring (SIEM)
- Encryption at-rest and in-transit (TLS 1.2+)
- Vulnerability scanning and patch management
- Access reviews (quarterly minimum)
- Backup testing and disaster recovery
- Incident response plan and testing
- Change management process
Required Documentation
- Information Security Policy
- Access Control Policy
- Incident Response Plan
- Risk Assessment (annual)
- Vendor Management Policy
- Business Continuity Plan
- System descriptions and data flows
- Evidence of control operation (logs, tickets, reviews)
Frequently Asked Questions About SOC 2 Compliance
Turn Technology Challenges Into Business Advantages
Transform technology from a cost center into a growth driver. Schedule a consultation to explore what's possible when your systems work for your business goals.
SOC 2 Implementation Timeline & Investment
Give product, finance, and security leads the same playbook--no hand-waving.
Phase 1 · Weeks 1-4
Gap Assessment & Readiness Plan
- • Trust Services Criteria scoping workshop
- • Existing control inventory + risk scoring
- • Type I vs Type II decision framework
- • Board-ready timeline, budget, and staffing plan
Investment: Scoped to your team
Phase 2 · Months 2-6
Control Implementation
- • Policies, procedures, runbooks, and onboarding docs
- • Technical controls: IAM, logging, backups, incident response
- • Evidence automation + compliance tooling configuration
- • Staff training + security awareness campaign
Investment: Scoped to your environment
Phase 3 · Months 6-12
Observation & Audit Preparation
- • Control operation evidence + quarterly reviews
- • Type I then Type II observation period preparation
- • Mock walkthroughs to prepare your team for auditor requests
- • Remediation support for any gaps identified
Investment: Scoped to your audit
Audit fees paid separately to your chosen CPA firm
Estimate Your SOC 2 Type II Investment
Choose your team size, current maturity, and urgency to create an executive-ready budget estimate.
Give Every Stakeholder the Confidence to Proceed
SOC 2 sign-off requires buy-in from leadership, compliance, and engineering. Use these talking points in your next steering meeting.
Finance / Exec
Predictable spend, milestone control
- • Fixed-scope phases with milestone billing.
- • Calculator + timeline feed board updates.
- • Tooling plan maximizes existing licenses.
- • Readiness review credited toward delivery.
Legal / Compliance
Auditor-ready evidence & documentation
- • SSP, policies, and procedures mapped to TSC.
- • Readiness assessments + evidence walkthrough rehearsals.
- • Evidence repository aligned to Type II sampling.
- • Guidance on what to look for when selecting a CPA firm.
Engineering / Ops
Guardrails the team can maintain
- • IaC modules + runbooks delivered in your repos.
- • Evidence automation baked into CI/CD + ITSM.
- • Hands-on workshops and shadowing for every new control.
- • 30-day hypercare after we hand back the keys.
Two Ways to Move Forward
Pick the option that fits your timeline--whether you need answers for executives this week or want a low-friction way to collaborate.
Paid · Credited Toward Delivery
SOC 2 Readiness Review
45-minute working session with our SOC 2 lead covering maturity score, tooling gaps, and executive-ready next steps.
Credited Toward Implementation
Applied to the implementation phase if you kick off within 60 days.
Free · Low Friction
SOC 2 Launch Checklist + Notion Template
Control inventory, evidence log, and policy tracker used by startups that hit Type II without derailing product work.
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SOC 2 Acronym Glossary
Common acronyms used in SOC 2 compliance and auditing. Click any acronym to see its definition.