SOC 2 compliance built around where you’re actually starting from
A prospect just asked for your SOC 2 and you’re not sure where to begin. We’ve been on the other side of this audit as auditors, and we know exactly what it takes to get you there without wasting your time or money.
What is a soc 2 and do you actually need it?
SOC 2 is a security framework created by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) that evaluates how your organization handles customer data. It's not legally required, but for most SaaS companies selling to enterprise clients, it's effectively mandatory. If a prospect is asking for your SOC 2 report, they won't move forward without it.
There are two types of SOC 2 reports:
Type 1: A point-in-time snapshot showing your security controls exist and are designed correctly. Faster to achieve, useful for unblocking an immediate deal, but most enterprise buyers will eventually require Type 2.
Type 2: An audit covering a defined observation period, typically 6 to 12 months, that shows your controls are actually operating effectively over time. This is what most enterprise clients require.
How long does soc 2 take?
The honest answer: it depends on where you're starting from and how complex your systems are.
A Type 1 report can typically be achieved in 6 to 12 weeks with the right guidance.
A Type 2 requires an observation period, typically 3 to 6 months for your first period and 6 to 12 months for every subsequent period, though the clock can start before you have evidence for every control.
The biggest factor that slows companies down isn't technical complexity. It's not knowing what to prioritize, who owns what, and whether a compliance tool will actually solve the problem.
That's where we come in.
What working with Anchorpoint looks like
Every SOC 2 engagement starts the same way. We figure out exactly where you are and what you need, not what a pre-packaged program assumes you need.
From there we work with you to scope your audit correctly. Scoping is where most companies waste money. We will identify gaps in your current controls, build a remediation plan that won't overburden your team, and prepare you for the audit itself.
Part of that process is figuring out the right approach for your compliance program. You may already have a compliance platform in place. Or maybe you aren't sure if you need one, which one makes sense for your situation, or whether a platform is necessary at all. We help you work through that decision and can support you either way, with or without a platform.
the anchorpoint difference
Per-project pricing.
Former auditors, not generalist consultants.
You work with the founders.
We’ve been on both sides of the SOC 2 process. We know what auditors look for, what you can skip, and where companies get tripped up. That experience is what you’re hiring when you work with Anchorpoint.