2026 Requirements
SOC 2
Pentest
Data last verified: January 2026
Penetration Testing 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.
$5K-$150K
Typical investment for Pentest
1-4 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
Scope: External, internal, web app, API, cloud
Testing approach: Black box vs gray box vs white box
Compliance mapping: Reports formatted for specific frameworks
Retest inclusion: Verification of remediation
Timeline: Typical 1-4 weeks for completion
FAQs
Is Penetration Testing required for SOC 2?
Not explicitly required, but 90% of auditors expect annual penetration testing
How often should Pentest be done for SOC 2?
Annual audit, Type I (point-in-time) or Type II (12-month period)
What happens if we skip Pentest for SOC 2?
Loss of customer trust, failed sales, no certification
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