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SOC 2 for Healthcare: A Compliment to HIPAA Compliance
by Bernard Gallagher on March 8, 2025 at 1:00 PM
In today’s digital healthcare landscape, protecting sensitive patient data is a top priority. Healthcare providers are tasked with safeguarding information in compliance with rigorous regulations such as the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). However, achievi …
FinTech Security: How SOC 2 Drives Investor & Client Trust
by Bernard Gallagher on February 28, 2025 at 2:45 PM
In the world of financial technology (FinTech), trust is a currency as valuable as money. As startups and established firms alike strive to innovate, they must also prioritize protecting sensitive financial data. For FinTech companies, achieving SOC 2 attestation is more than a compli …
Why SOC 1 and SOC 2 Are Essential for Venture Capital (VC) Firms
by Jerry Hughes on February 24, 2025 at 1:50 PM
For venture capital (VC) firms, maintaining compliance and robust security across portfolio companies is essential to reducing risks and driving long-term value. SOC audits and tailored security assessments provide a structured approach to managing financial accuracy, regulatory deman …
Shifting from a SOC 2 Type 1 Audit to a Type 2 Audit
by Jerry Hughes on February 24, 2025 at 1:44 PM
For organizations striving to showcase their dedication to strong security, availability, processing integrity, confidentiality, and privacy, SOC 2 compliance serves as a vital benchmark. However, progressing from a SOC 2 Type 1 audit to a Type 2 audit requires careful strategic plann …
Aligning Zero Trust Principles with SOC 2 Trust Service Criteria
by Bernard Gallagher on February 11, 2025 at 4:20 PM
Achieving SOC 2 compliance requires organizations to implement rigorous security controls, and adopting a Zero Trust approach can significantly enhance this effort. Zero Trust is built on the principle of “never trust, always verify”, ensuring that access to systems, data, and applica …
When SOC 2 Compliance Makes Sense
by Bernard Gallagher on January 28, 2025 at 3:51 PM
In today’s business landscape, security and trust are paramount. SOC 2 compliance has become a widely recognized standard for demonstrating a commitment to protecting sensitive data and maintaining robust security practices. Whether you’re working with enterprise clients, handling cri …