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Top Security Tools to Simplify Your SOC 2 Compliance Journey
by Bernard Gallagher on March 13, 2025 at 3:52 PM
Navigating the complexities of SOC 2 compliance can be a daunting task for businesses, especially when they need to establish secure, reliable, and repeatable processes. A comprehensive SOC 2 audit focuses on five key Trust Service Criteria: security, availability, processing integrit …
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 …
CJIS Security Policy v6.0 – Key Updates You Need to Know
by Kelly O’Brien on February 10, 2025 at 2:15 PM
The Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Security Policy v6.0, released on December 27, 2024, introduces significant modernization efforts aimed at enhancing security, compliance, and risk management in handling Criminal Justice Information (CJI). As technology and cyber threa …
How Can I Hire a Virtual CISO For My Business?
by Jeffrey Torrance on February 4, 2025 at 3:15 PM
As cybersecurity threats continue to evolve, businesses—especially small and mid-sized enterprises (SMEs)—are increasingly recognizing the need for strong security leadership. However, hiring a full-time Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) may not always be feasible due to budge …