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We help GCC service organizations align with AICPA’s Trust Service Criteria (TSC) —covering Security, Availability, Confidentiality, Processing Integrity, and Privacy
SOC 2 (System and Organization Controls 2) is an internationally recognized framework developed by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) that evaluates how well an organization protects customer data and ensures the security, availability, processing integrity, confidentiality, and privacy of its systems.
It is designed specifically for service providers that store or process customer information in the cloud — helping them build trust and demonstrate robust information security practices to clients, regulators, and partners.
SOC 2 compliance is based on five Trust Service Principles (TSPs):
Security: Protection against unauthorized access
Availability: Systems are operational and reliable
Processing Integrity: Accurate and timely data processing
Confidentiality: Safeguarding sensitive information
Privacy: Responsible management of personal data
By achieving SOC 2 compliance, organizations demonstrate their commitment to data protection, risk management, and operational excellence — helping build confidence among global customers and stakeholders.
Achieving SOC 2 certification demonstrates that your organization follows the highest standards of data security, integrity, and availability. It shows clients and stakeholders that you’ve implemented strong internal controls to protect sensitive information and maintain operational reliability.Beyond compliance, it enhances credibility, trust, and business growth in global markets.
Competitive Advantage: Stand out as a trusted and security-first service provider, meeting client and partner expectations across industries.
Global Recognition: Gain credibility with an internationally recognized audit framework aligned with AICPA Trust Principles and global security benchmarks.
Compliance Readiness: Establish structured security and risk management controls that reduce incidents, downtime, and regulatory risks.
Customer & Partner Trust: Reassure clients that their data is protected and monitored continuously with accountability and transparency.
The SOC 2 certification process follows a structured five-phase approach designed to help your organization build and maintain strong security, availability, confidentiality, and privacy controls. Each step ensures readiness for audit and continual improvement across systems and operations.
1️⃣ Gap Assessment
Evaluate your current security, compliance, and IT governance controls against SOC 2 Trust Service Criteria. Identify gaps in system design, risk management, and documentation.
2️⃣ Documentation & Control Design
Develop or refine key policies, procedures, and controls—covering data access, incident response, change management, and vendor management. Align all documentation with AICPA’s Trust Principles.
3️⃣ Implementation & Monitoring
Implement the designed controls within business operations. Begin continuous monitoring of user access, data flow, system changes, and incident handling to ensure control effectiveness.
4️⃣ Internal Audit (Readiness Review)
Perform an internal readiness assessment to validate implemented controls. Address any nonconformities and gather supporting evidence for the external audit phase.
5️⃣ SOC 2 Audit & Certification
Undergo the external SOC 2 audit conducted by an independent CPA firm. Upon successful completion, receive your SOC 2 Type I or Type II report, demonstrating trust, security, and compliance to clients and partners.
From gap assessment to audit and decision, our experts guide you through ISO 14064, ISO 27701, ISO 42001, and SOC 2—across the GCC.
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