Mastering SOC 2 Compliance Requirements for Technology Companies
Course Overview This comprehensive course is designed to equip technology companies with the knowledge and skills necessary to achieve and maintain SOC 2 compliance. Participants will gain a deep understanding of the SOC 2 framework, its requirements, and the steps necessary to implement and maintain a robust compliance program.
Course Objectives - Understand the SOC 2 framework and its requirements
- Learn how to implement and maintain a SOC 2 compliance program
- Gain knowledge on how to conduct a risk assessment and identify areas for improvement
- Understand the importance of internal controls and how to implement them
- Learn how to prepare for a SOC 2 audit and address auditor findings
Course Outline Module 1: Introduction to SOC 2 Compliance
- Overview of SOC 2 and its importance in the technology industry
- Understanding the SOC 2 framework and its components
- Types of SOC 2 reports and their uses
- Benefits of achieving SOC 2 compliance
Module 2: Understanding SOC 2 Trust Service Criteria
- In-depth review of the five Trust Service Criteria (TSC)
- Security TSC: controls related to security
- Availability TSC: controls related to system availability
- Processing Integrity TSC: controls related to data processing
- Confidentiality TSC: controls related to data confidentiality
- Privacy TSC: controls related to personal data protection
Module 3: Risk Assessment and Management
- Understanding the risk assessment process
- Identifying and assessing risks related to SOC 2 TSC
- Developing a risk treatment plan
- Implementing risk mitigation strategies
Module 4: Internal Controls and SOC 2
- Understanding internal controls and their importance in SOC 2 compliance
- Designing and implementing effective internal controls
- Types of internal controls: preventive, detective, and corrective
- Testing and evaluating internal controls
Module 5: Preparing for a SOC 2 Audit
- Understanding the SOC 2 audit process
- Preparing for a SOC 2 audit: documentation and evidence
- Understanding auditor expectations and requirements
- Addressing auditor findings and recommendations
Module 6: Implementing SOC 2 Compliance
- Developing a SOC 2 compliance roadmap
- Implementing SOC 2 controls and procedures
- Training personnel on SOC 2 requirements and procedures
- Monitoring and maintaining SOC 2 compliance
Module 7: Maintaining SOC 2 Compliance
- Ongoing monitoring and review of SOC 2 controls
- Updating and refining SOC 2 compliance procedures
- Addressing changes in the SOC 2 framework and TSC
- Maintaining documentation and evidence
Module 8: SOC 2 Compliance and Vendor Management
- Understanding the importance of vendor management in SOC 2 compliance
- Assessing vendor risk and developing vendor management procedures
- Implementing vendor management controls
- Monitoring and reviewing vendor compliance
Module 9: SOC 2 Compliance and Incident Response
- Understanding the importance of incident response in SOC 2 compliance
- Developing an incident response plan
- Implementing incident response procedures
- Testing and refining incident response plans
Course Features - Interactive and engaging content: video lessons, quizzes, and hands-on projects
- Comprehensive and up-to-date content: covering the latest SOC 2 requirements and best practices
- Personalized learning experience: flexible pacing and lifetime access to course materials
- Expert instructors: experienced professionals with SOC 2 compliance expertise
- Certification upon completion: issued by The Art of Service
- Community-driven: discussion forums and support from peers and instructors
- Actionable insights and practical applications: real-world examples and case studies
- Mobile-accessible: access the course from anywhere, on any device
- Gamification and progress tracking: track your progress and earn rewards
Certificate of Completion Upon completing the course, participants will receive a Certificate of Completion issued by The Art of Service, a recognized leader in compliance training and certification.,
- Understand the SOC 2 framework and its requirements
- Learn how to implement and maintain a SOC 2 compliance program
- Gain knowledge on how to conduct a risk assessment and identify areas for improvement
- Understand the importance of internal controls and how to implement them
- Learn how to prepare for a SOC 2 audit and address auditor findings
Course Outline Module 1: Introduction to SOC 2 Compliance
- Overview of SOC 2 and its importance in the technology industry
- Understanding the SOC 2 framework and its components
- Types of SOC 2 reports and their uses
- Benefits of achieving SOC 2 compliance
Module 2: Understanding SOC 2 Trust Service Criteria
- In-depth review of the five Trust Service Criteria (TSC)
- Security TSC: controls related to security
- Availability TSC: controls related to system availability
- Processing Integrity TSC: controls related to data processing
- Confidentiality TSC: controls related to data confidentiality
- Privacy TSC: controls related to personal data protection
Module 3: Risk Assessment and Management
- Understanding the risk assessment process
- Identifying and assessing risks related to SOC 2 TSC
- Developing a risk treatment plan
- Implementing risk mitigation strategies
Module 4: Internal Controls and SOC 2
- Understanding internal controls and their importance in SOC 2 compliance
- Designing and implementing effective internal controls
- Types of internal controls: preventive, detective, and corrective
- Testing and evaluating internal controls
Module 5: Preparing for a SOC 2 Audit
- Understanding the SOC 2 audit process
- Preparing for a SOC 2 audit: documentation and evidence
- Understanding auditor expectations and requirements
- Addressing auditor findings and recommendations
Module 6: Implementing SOC 2 Compliance
- Developing a SOC 2 compliance roadmap
- Implementing SOC 2 controls and procedures
- Training personnel on SOC 2 requirements and procedures
- Monitoring and maintaining SOC 2 compliance
Module 7: Maintaining SOC 2 Compliance
- Ongoing monitoring and review of SOC 2 controls
- Updating and refining SOC 2 compliance procedures
- Addressing changes in the SOC 2 framework and TSC
- Maintaining documentation and evidence
Module 8: SOC 2 Compliance and Vendor Management
- Understanding the importance of vendor management in SOC 2 compliance
- Assessing vendor risk and developing vendor management procedures
- Implementing vendor management controls
- Monitoring and reviewing vendor compliance
Module 9: SOC 2 Compliance and Incident Response
- Understanding the importance of incident response in SOC 2 compliance
- Developing an incident response plan
- Implementing incident response procedures
- Testing and refining incident response plans
Course Features - Interactive and engaging content: video lessons, quizzes, and hands-on projects
- Comprehensive and up-to-date content: covering the latest SOC 2 requirements and best practices
- Personalized learning experience: flexible pacing and lifetime access to course materials
- Expert instructors: experienced professionals with SOC 2 compliance expertise
- Certification upon completion: issued by The Art of Service
- Community-driven: discussion forums and support from peers and instructors
- Actionable insights and practical applications: real-world examples and case studies
- Mobile-accessible: access the course from anywhere, on any device
- Gamification and progress tracking: track your progress and earn rewards
Certificate of Completion Upon completing the course, participants will receive a Certificate of Completion issued by The Art of Service, a recognized leader in compliance training and certification.,
- Interactive and engaging content: video lessons, quizzes, and hands-on projects
- Comprehensive and up-to-date content: covering the latest SOC 2 requirements and best practices
- Personalized learning experience: flexible pacing and lifetime access to course materials
- Expert instructors: experienced professionals with SOC 2 compliance expertise
- Certification upon completion: issued by The Art of Service
- Community-driven: discussion forums and support from peers and instructors
- Actionable insights and practical applications: real-world examples and case studies
- Mobile-accessible: access the course from anywhere, on any device
- Gamification and progress tracking: track your progress and earn rewards