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SOC2; A Complete Guide - Edition

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What does the SOC2 course cover?

SOC2 is covered here in 15 modules: Introduction to SOC2: Benefits of SOC2 compliance, History and evolution of SOC2, SOC2 Principles and Criteria: Privacy principle and criteria, Security principle and criteria, SOC2 Compliance Requirements: Trust services criteria (TSC), Information and communication and 12 more.

How do you approach SOC2 step by step?

The work is sequenced in 15 stages. It starts with Introduction to SOC2: Benefits of SOC2 compliance, History and evolution of SOC2, moves through SOC2 Principles and Criteria: Privacy principle and criteria, Security principle and criteria and SOC2 Compliance Requirements: Trust services criteria (TSC), Information and communication, and ends at SOC2 and Executive Management: Executive management reporting and oversight.

What is in Module 1 of the SOC2 course?

Module 1 is Introduction to SOC2: Benefits of SOC2 compliance, History and evolution of SOC2. It works through overview of SOC2 and its importance, history and evolution of SOC2, key components of the SOC2 framework and 1 more. It sets the vocabulary the remaining 14 modules build on.

How is the SOC2 course delivered?

The SOC2 course is fully self-paced with immediate online access after enrolment. Access does not expire and future updates are included at no cost. It can be taken on any device, and a certificate of completion is issued by The Art of Service when you finish.

How much does the SOC2 course cost?

The SOC2 course is $199 as a one time payment. There is no subscription, no per seat licence and no hidden fee. Enrolment carries a 30 day satisfied or refunded guarantee, so it can be assessed in full before you commit.

Closely related courses: SOC2 Type 2, SOC2 Compliance, SOC2 Best Practice.

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SOC2: A Complete Guide - Edition



Course Overview

Welcome to SOC2: A Complete Guide - Edition, an extensive and detailed course that covers the principles and practices of Service Organization Control 2 (SOC2). This course is designed to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of the SOC2 framework, its components, and the requirements for compliance.

Upon completion of this course, participants will receive a certificate issued by The Art of Service, demonstrating their knowledge and understanding of SOC2.



Course Features

  • Interactive and engaging content
  • Comprehensive and personalized learning experience
  • Up-to-date and practical information
  • Real-world applications and case studies
  • High-quality content developed by expert instructors
  • Certificate of Completion issued by The Art of Service
  • Flexible learning options, including mobile accessibility
  • User-friendly interface and navigation
  • Community-driven discussion forums
  • Actionable insights and hands-on projects
  • Bite-sized lessons and lifetime access
  • Gamification and progress tracking features


Course Outline

Module 1. Introduction to SOC2: Benefits of SOC2 compliance, History and evolution of SOC2

  • Overview of SOC2 and its importance
  • History and evolution of SOC2
  • Key components of the SOC2 framework
  • Benefits of SOC2 compliance

Module 2. SOC2 Principles and Criteria: Privacy principle and criteria, Security principle and criteria

  • Security principle and criteria
  • Availability principle and criteria
  • Processing integrity principle and criteria
  • Confidentiality principle and criteria
  • Privacy principle and criteria

Module 3. SOC2 Compliance Requirements: Trust services criteria (TSC), Information and communication

  • Trust services criteria (TSC)
  • Common criteria for security, availability, processing integrity, confidentiality, and privacy
  • Risk assessment and risk mitigation
  • Control objectives and control activities
  • Information and communication
  • Monitoring activities

Module 4. SOC2 Audit and Reporting: Report content and format, Audit procedures and testing

  • Audit planning and preparation
  • Audit procedures and testing
  • Audit reporting and communication
  • Types of SOC2 reports (Type 1 and Type 2)
  • Report content and format

Module 5. SOC2 Implementation and Maintenance: Maintaining SOC2 compliance

  • Implementing SOC2 controls and procedures
  • Maintaining SOC2 compliance
  • Continuous monitoring and improvement
  • Change management and control updates
  • Vendor management and third-party risk

Module 6. SOC2 and Cloud Computing: Cloud-based SOC2 compliance, Cloud security and compliance

  • Cloud computing and SOC2
  • Cloud security and compliance
  • Cloud service provider (CSP) responsibilities
  • Customer responsibilities in cloud computing
  • Cloud-based SOC2 compliance

Module 7. SOC2 and Cybersecurity: Cybersecurity risks and threats, Incident response and management

  • Cybersecurity and SOC2
  • Cybersecurity risks and threats
  • Cybersecurity controls and procedures
  • Incident response and management
  • Cybersecurity awareness and training

Module 8. SOC2 and Data Privacy: Data protection and security, Data subject rights and consent

  • Data privacy and SOC2
  • Data protection and security
  • Data subject rights and consent
  • Data breach notification and response
  • Data privacy compliance and governance

Module 9. SOC2 and Vendor Management: Vendor contract management, Vendor termination and exit

  • Vendor management and SOC2
  • Vendor risk assessment and mitigation
  • Vendor contract management
  • Vendor monitoring and review
  • Vendor termination and exit

Module 10. SOC2 and Business Continuity: Business continuity procedures and testing

  • Business continuity and SOC2
  • Business continuity planning and management
  • Business impact analysis and risk assessment
  • Business continuity procedures and testing
  • Business continuity awareness and training

Module 11. SOC2 and Compliance: Compliance monitoring and review, Compliance reporting and communication

  • Compliance and SOC2
  • Compliance requirements and regulations
  • Compliance risk assessment and mitigation
  • Compliance monitoring and review
  • Compliance reporting and communication

Module 12. SOC2 and Risk Management: Risk monitoring and review, Risk reporting and communication

  • Risk management and SOC2
  • Risk assessment and risk mitigation
  • Risk management procedures and controls
  • Risk monitoring and review
  • Risk reporting and communication

Module 13. SOC2 and Audit Committee: Audit committee reporting and oversight

  • Audit committee and SOC2
  • Audit committee responsibilities and duties
  • Audit committee composition and independence
  • Audit committee meetings and communication
  • Audit committee reporting and oversight

Module 14. SOC2 and Board of Directors: Board reporting and oversight, Board meetings and communication

  • Board of directors and SOC2
  • Board responsibilities and duties
  • Board composition and independence
  • Board meetings and communication
  • Board reporting and oversight

Module 15. SOC2 and Executive Management: Executive management reporting and oversight

  • Executive management and SOC2
  • Executive management responsibilities and duties
  • Executive management composition and accountability
  • Executive management meetings and communication
  • Executive management reporting and oversight


Certificate of Completion

Upon completion of this course, participants will receive a certificate issued by The Art of Service, demonstrating their knowledge and understanding of SOC2.

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