Type of SOC 2 Report
There are different types of SOC 2 reports, each corresponding to the different combinations of the Trust Services Criteria (TSC) that an organization chooses to include in their assessment.
The TSC include security, availability, processing integrity, confidentiality, and privacy.
The types of SOC 2 reports are:
- Type I Report: This report assesses the design of an organization’s controls at a specific point in time. It provides an overview of whether the controls are suitably designed to achieve the selected Trust Services Criteria.
- Type II Report: A Type II report evaluates both the design and operating effectiveness of controls over a period of time, typically six to twelve months. This report provides a more comprehensive view of how controls are operating and whether they are effective.
Additionally, within both Type I and Type II reports, the Trust Services Criteria (security, availability, processing integrity, confidentiality, and privacy) can be combined in various ways to address the organization’s specific focus. For example:
- SOC 2 + Security: This report focuses on evaluating controls related to security, which includes protecting against unauthorized access, data breaches, and maintaining the overall security of systems and data.
- SOC 2 + Availability: This report assesses controls related to the availability of systems and services, ensuring that they are accessible and operational when needed.
- SOC 2 + Processing Integrity: This report examines controls that ensure accurate and complete processing of data, including data validation, error checking, and data accuracy.
- SOC 2 + Confidentiality: This report focuses on controls that safeguard sensitive and confidential information from unauthorized access or disclosure.
- SOC 2 + Privacy: This report evaluates controls related to the collection, use, retention, disclosure, and disposal of personal information, in compliance with privacy regulations.
Depending on your organization’s services and priorities, you can choose the appropriate type of SOC 2 report and the specific Trust Services Criteria that align with your business needs.
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