SOC 1 Certification2025-08-31T07:10:11+00:00

SOC 1 Certification

Demonstrate commitment to security and financial controls performance with PCI Compliance Services SOC 1 Certification and focus on processes that could impact an organization’s financial reporting.

Report Options

SOC 1 Type 1 and SOC 1 Type 2 report options

Faster Project Completion

Predefined templates, tools, and procedures

AICPA Membership

Authorized to attest SOC 1, SOC 2, and SOC 3 reports

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Comprehensive

Coverage of the informational systems applicable for ICFR

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Strengthen your Team with Cybersecurity and Data Privacy Experts

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Meet the regulatory and legal requirements, including SOX

One Audit solution

Organisations can undergo a single audit and get certified with multiple standards

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Tailored SOC 1 Certification approach for organizations performing transaction processing or supporting systems that are relevant to your clients’ financial reporting, including payroll processing, payment processing, health care claims processing, financial services, and custodian services.

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$8000 / Reporting Option

SOC 1 Certification made simple – for start-up companies.

  • Gap Assessment
  • Remediation Guidance
  • Documentation Toolkit
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  • Dedicated Account Manager
  • Report & Certificate of Compliance

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SOC 1 Certification Services through a Programmatic Approach

SOC 1 readiness assessment

Evaluates organization’s controls to identify gaps and provide an opportunity for remediation before the official audit.

SOC 1 Type 1 report

A snapshot of an organization’s controls to determine if they are suitably designed and in place. This report is a foundational measure.

SOC 1 Type 2 report

Attests to both the design and the operating effectiveness of controls over a period of time, usually between 6-12 months.

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A Programmatic Approach

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Trusted, Validated Security and Compliance

Demonstrate commitment to secure financial processes and establish foundational security measures with a SOC 1 report from PCI Compliance Services.

Certification by leader

Increase confidence in matters related to ICFR

Accelerate compliance

With expert-led efficiency from scoping to completion

Cost savings

Avoid additional costs in answering customer RFIs

Compliance by leveraging cloud services of AWS, GCP and Azure

This article provides insights to Organizations providing IT Managed Services, Software Development, Software as a Service, infrastructure-as-a-service, platform-as-a-service on the cloud environments.

Difference between SOC 1, SOC 2, and SOC 3 reports

The increase in outsourcing directly increases the risk carried by the user entities, creating a need to demonstrate that control is maintained at all times. This article provide insights to various reporting types.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What’s the difference between SOC 1 and SOC 2?2025-08-30T21:52:53+00:00
  • SOC 1 focuses on financial reporting controls.
  • SOC 2 focuses on security and privacy controls.
What is SOC 1 certification?2025-08-30T21:35:44+00:00

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.

Who needs a SOC 1 report?2025-08-30T21:36:25+00:00

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.

What’s the difference between SOC 1 Type I and Type II?2025-08-30T21:37:37+00:00
  • 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).
Is SOC 1 required by law?2025-08-30T21:38:36+00:00

No, SOC 1 is not legally required. However, clients or their auditors may request it to satisfy compliance or audit requirements.

Who performs the SOC 1 audit?2025-08-30T21:43:28+00:00

A licensed CPA firm (Certified Public Accountant) performs the SOC 1 audit, following standards set by the AICPA (American Institute of Certified Public Accountants).

How long does it take to get SOC 1 certified?2025-08-30T21:44:42+00:00

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.

What are the main components of a SOC 1 report?2025-08-30T21:46:15+00:00
  1. Management assertion
  2. Auditor’s opinion
  3. System description
  4. Control objectives and related controls
  5. Tests of controls and results (Type II only)
How much does SOC 1 certification cost?2025-08-30T21:49:16+00:00

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
Can a SOC 1 report help with other certifications?2025-08-30T21:52:04+00:00

Yes. The control frameworks used in SOC 1 (e.g., COSO) can overlap with SOX compliance and other control-focused frameworks.

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