2026 Requirements
SOC 2
Compliance
Data last verified: January 2026
Compliance Audit for SOC 2
Not explicitly required, but 90% of auditors expect annual penetration testing We align deliverables to System and Organization Controls 2 evidence needs and auditor expectations.
$15K-$100K
Typical investment for Compliance
4-12 weeksPenalties: Loss of customer trust, failed sales, no certification
Pricing verified Q1 202645+ vendor interviews127+ data sourcesUpdated monthly
Evidence to Satisfy Auditors
Scope coverage matched to SOC 2 controls
Reporting mapped to System and Organization Controls 2 evidence checklist
Retest to validate remediation before audit deadlines
Decision factors
Framework expertise: Specific to your needs
Scope: Readiness vs full audit
Deliverables: Gap analysis, remediation roadmap
FAQs
Is Compliance Audit required for SOC 2?
Not explicitly required, but 90% of auditors expect annual penetration testing
How often should Compliance be done for SOC 2?
Annual audit, Type I (point-in-time) or Type II (12-month period)
What happens if we skip Compliance for SOC 2?
Loss of customer trust, failed sales, no certification
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