Do I need SOC 2?
If you sell to mid-market or enterprise customers, especially in finance or technology, your prospects will likely ask for SOC 2. It can also be a strong sales differentiator.
How long does SOC 2 take?
Type 1 (point-in-time) can be done in 3 to 6 months. Type 2 (six-month observation period) takes 9 to 12 months including the audit.
How much does SOC 2 cost?
Auditor fees alone run 15,000 to 60,000 dollars for SMBs. Internal effort and tooling add more. Plan a six-figure budget if you have not built controls already.
Can Northstar IT help with SOC 2?
Yes. North Star runs the technical controls, evidence gathering, and documentation that auditors require. We work alongside your CPA-licensed auditor.
Quick answers.
What is SOC 2?
SOC 2 is a security and operations audit framework from the AICPA. It documents how your organization handles security, availability, processing integrity, confidentiality, and privacy.
Do I need SOC 2?
If you sell to mid-market or enterprise customers, especially in finance or technology, your prospects will likely ask for SOC 2. It can also be a strong sales differentiator.
How long does SOC 2 take?
Type 1 (point-in-time) can be done in 3 to 6 months. Type 2 (six-month observation period) takes 9 to 12 months including the audit.
How much does SOC 2 cost?
Auditor fees alone run 15,000 to 60,000 dollars for SMBs. Internal effort and tooling add more. Plan a six-figure budget if you have not built controls already.
Can Northstar IT help with SOC 2?
Yes. North Star runs the technical controls, evidence gathering, and documentation that auditors require. We work alongside your CPA-licensed auditor.
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