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SOC 2 (System and Organization Controls)

SOC 2 Framework
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The SOC 2 (System and Organization Controls) Available framework, developed by the AICPA, is designed to ensure that service providers securely manage customer data based on five Trust Services Criteria: Security, Availability, Processing Integrity, Confidentiality, and Privacy. It focuses on establishing strong internal controls and governance for organizations handling sensitive or regulated data, particularly in cloud and SaaS environments.



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What is its purpose?

It can be used for a variety of reasons, but the most common are those listed below.

Enhanced Information Security

SOC 2 ensures organizations implement effective controls to protect sensitive data, addressing risks such as unauthorized access, data breaches, and service disruptions.

Compliance and Legal Requirements

The framework supports adherence to privacy and data protection laws by verifying that organizations meet stringent audit and assurance requirements set by the AICPA.

Stakeholder Trust and Confidence

Achieving SOC 2 compliance demonstrates a commitment to responsible data management, boosting confidence among customers, regulators, and partners.


Industries

SOC 2 is widely adopted by technology companies, cloud service providers, SaaS platforms, financial institutions, healthcare organizations, and any entity responsible for managing customer data or IT services.


Unicis solution

In the Unicis apps below, you can find SOC 2 Trust Services Criteria and controls designed to enhance organizational compliance and operational integrity.

Frameworks

General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)Minimum Viable Secure Product (MVSP)ISO/IEC 27001NIST Cybersecurity Framework v2.0EU NIS 2 DirectiveThe CIS Critical Security Controls for Effective Cyber DefenseC5 (Cloud Computing Compliance Controls Catalogue)System and Organization Controls 2 Type 2EU Cyber Resilience ActEU Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA)Payment Card Industry Data Security StandardCloud Controls Matrix (CCM)ISO/IEC 42001 Artificial Intelligence Management System (AIMS)Custom Frameworks