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- GDPR Certification
- HIPAA certification
- ISO Certification
- PCI DSS Certification
- SOC 1 Certification
- SOC 2 Certification
- Why work with us?
SOC 2 (System and Organization Controls 2) is a compliance framework developed by the AICPA. It assesses how well a service provider manages data, especially customer data, based on five “Trust Services Criteria”:
- Security
- Availability
- Processing Integrity
- Confidentiality
- Privacy
Primarily SaaS companies and technology service providers that handle customer data, especially in B2B settings, often pursue SOC 2 to prove they can securely manage data and protect privacy.
No, it’s not legally required—but many customers, especially enterprise clients, require SOC 2 compliance as part of vendor due diligence.
- SOC 1 focuses on financial reporting controls.
- SOC 2 focuses on security and privacy controls.
- Type I evaluates controls at a specific point in time.
- Type II evaluates controls over a period of time (usually 3–12 months), showing how consistently controls operate.
Most companies start with Type I as a readiness milestone, then move to Type II to demonstrate operational effectiveness over time.
Our PCI Compliance Services, including remediation guidance and a dedicated security and privacy expert team, will swiftly support your process governance, ensuring you achieve certification in just 2-3 weeks.
Only licensed CPA firms or firms authorized by the AICPA can issue official SOC 2 reports.
Costs vary but typically range from $8,000, depending on:
- Size of the company
- Scope (Type I vs Type II)
- Internal readiness
- Use of automation tools
SOC 2 reports are valid for 12 months. They must be renewed annually to maintain compliance.
Yes. SOC 2 shares overlapping controls with other standards. Many companies use SOC 2 as a stepping stone toward ISO 27001, HIPAA, GDPR, etc.
SOC 1 (System and Organization Controls 1) is an audit report that evaluates the internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR) of a service organization. It’s primarily used by auditors of financial statements.
Organizations that provide services which impact their clients’ financial reporting—such as payroll processors, SaaS companies, data centers, or accounting service providers—may need a SOC 1 report.
- Type I: Examines the design of controls at a specific point in time.
- Type II: Examines both the design and operating effectiveness of controls over a period (usually 6–12 months).
No, SOC 1 is not legally required. However, clients or their auditors may request it to satisfy compliance or audit requirements.
A licensed CPA firm (Certified Public Accountant) performs the SOC 1 audit, following standards set by the AICPA (American Institute of Certified Public Accountants).
Our PCI Compliance Services, including remediation guidance and a dedicated security and privacy expert team, will swiftly support your process governance, ensuring you achieve certification in just 2-3 weeks.
- Management assertion
- Auditor’s opinion
- System description
- Control objectives and related controls
- Tests of controls and results (Type II only)
Costs vary but typically range from $8,000, depending on:
- Size of the company
- Scope (Type I vs Type II)
- Internal readiness
- Use of automation tools
Yes. The control frameworks used in SOC 1 (e.g., COSO) can overlap with SOX compliance and other control-focused frameworks.
There is no official “HIPAA certification” issued by the U.S. government. However, companies can undergo third-party assessments by PCI Compliance Services and get their report and certificate of compliance to demonstrate that they are HIPAA-compliant.
No. HIPAA compliance is required by law, but there is no official certification process sanctioned by HHS (Health and Human Services). A PCI Compliance Services report and certificate of compliance can demonstrate a company’s commitment to compliance.
- Covered entities: Healthcare providers, health plans, healthcare clearinghouses.
- Business associates: Companies handling PHI on behalf of covered entities (e.g., cloud storage providers, billing companies, IT vendors).
- Privacy Rule: Protection of personal health information (PHI).
- Security Rule: Safeguards for electronic PHI (ePHI).
- Breach Notification Rule: Mandatory notification of breaches.
- Risk Assessments, employee training, access controls, and incident response plans are all part of HIPAA compliance.
This depends on company size and existing infrastructure, but most small to mid-sized companies can achieve compliance in 2–3 week with dedicated resources and support from PCI Compliance Services.
Penalties include:
- Fines ranging from $100 to $50,000 per violation
- Potential criminal charges
- Reputational damage and loss of business
A BAA is a legally required contract between a HIPAA-covered entity and a business associate, outlining each party’s responsibilities for PHI protection.
Only if they handle PHI of U.S. citizens through a covered entity or business associate relationship.
GDPR Certification is a formal recognition that a company’s data protection processes, products, or services meet the requirements of the General Data Protection Regulation (EU GDPR). It’s issued by accredited certification bodies.
No, certification is voluntary. However, it can be a strong signal of trust, compliance, and accountability to customers, partners, and regulators.
Certification can only be issued by:
- Accredited certification bodies approved by a national supervisory authority (e.g., ICO in the UK, CNIL in France, BfDI in Germany), or
- The European Data Protection Board (EDPB), which provides guidance on certification criteria.
- Demonstrates compliance with GDPR requirements.
- Increases customer trust and credibility.
- Reduces risk in supplier and partner evaluations.
- Provides a competitive advantage in tenders and contracts.
- Can support accountability and reduce regulatory scrutiny.
Costs vary but typically range from $5,000, depending on:
- Size of the company
- Scope
- Internal readiness
- Use of automation tools
- ISO 27001 covers information security management (broad scope).
- GDPR Certification focuses specifically on personal data protection and compliance with EU GDPR. They can complement each other.
Yes. Any organization that processes the personal data of EU residents can apply, regardless of its physical location.
ISO Certification is an official recognition that a company’s management system, process, or product complies with an international standard developed by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO).
ISO itself does not issue certifications. Independent certification bodies (also called registrars) accredited by national or international accreditation bodies conduct audits and issue certificates.
Certificates are typically valid for 3 years, subject to annual or periodic surveillance audits. After 3 years, a re-certification audit is required.
No. Certification demonstrates that a company follows best practices and meets the standard’s requirements, but management must continuously improve and maintain the system.
PCI Compliance Services’ auditor will issue non-conformities and support the organization to implement corrective actions. Once issues are resolved, the certification will be issued.
PCI DSS (Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard) Certification is proof that a company securely processes, stores, or transmits credit/debit card data in compliance with global security standards set by the PCI Security Standards Council (PCI SSC).
Yes, for any organization that handles cardholder data. Non-compliance can lead to fines, higher transaction fees, loss of card processing privileges, and reputational damage.
- Merchants (online and offline businesses accepting card payments).
- Service providers (payment processors, hosting providers, SaaS platforms handling payment data).
- Any entity storing, processing, or transmitting cardholder data.
Certification is issued by Qualified Security Assessors (QSAs) or through Self-Assessment Questionnaires (SAQs) for smaller merchants, depending on transaction volume and risk category.
PCI DSS has 4 merchant levels based on annual card transactions:
- Level 1: >6 million transactions – requires full audit by a QSA.
- Level 2: 1–6 million transactions – SAQ or QSA audit.
- Level 3: 20,000–1 million transactions (e-commerce) – SAQ.
- Level 4: <20,000 e-commerce or <1 million overall – SAQ.
Service providers also have levels, with Level 1 requiring annual QSA audits.
There are 12 core requirements covering:
- Secure network & systems.
- Protection of cardholder data (encryption, masking).
- Strong access control (authentication, role-based access).
- Vulnerability management (patching, antivirus, firewalls).
- Regular monitoring, logging, and testing.
- Security policies and governance.
Certification is valid for 1 year, with annual reassessments and continuous compliance monitoring.
- Fines (up to $100,000/month from card brands).
- Liability for fraud losses and chargebacks.
- Increased transaction fees.
- Possible revocation of the ability to process card payments.
PCI Compliance Services (https://pcicompliance.services) is a trusted IT audit company and Big 4 IT auditors offering expert services in SOC 1 certification, SOC 2 certification, PCI DSS certification, HIPAA certification, GDPR certification, CCPA certification, NIST 800-171 certification, FFIEC certification, ISO 27001, ISO 27701, ISO 22301, ISO 37001, ISO 42001, and ISO 9001 certifications, serving clients across the USA, UK, India, Singapore, and Asia, and ranking among the best cybersecurity companies, top-rated cyber security companies worldwide, top IT security companies. Cybersecurity consulting companies trusted for data protection, cloud security, web security, external penetration testing, and SOC 2 audits.
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