SOC 2 Services & Compliance Consulting
Improve Security &
Win More Deals
with SOC 2
Enterprise buyers require SOC 2 Type II before signing. We get you there — with hands-on readiness across 500+ engagements and end-to-end CPA coordination from day one.
- Work directly with certified, senior-level SOC 2 auditors
- Leverage our expertise across SOC, ISO 27001, PCI and more
- Meet the compliance requirements of larger potential clients
AICPA Attestation Framework · Licensed CPA Firm Network · Serving India, USA, UK & GCC
Understanding SOC 2
What is
SOC 2?
SOC 2 (Service Organization Control 2) is an auditing framework developed by the AICPA (American Institute of CPAs) that ensures organizations protect customer data based on five principles: security, availability, processing integrity, confidentiality, and privacy.
A SOC 2 audit, conducted by independent auditors, assesses whether your controls meet these standards. The results are compiled into a SOC 2 report — an attestation, not a certification — demonstrating compliance and building trust with customers, vendors, and partners.
SOC 2 is the de facto standard for SaaS companies, cloud providers, and data processors selling to US enterprise customers. It helps you close deals and expand into regulated industries where security evidence is mandatory.
Report Types
SOC 2 Type I
Point-in-timeEvaluates the design of controls at a specific date. Good for initial market entry or early-stage compliance.
SOC 2 Type II
6–12 month periodEvaluates both design and operating effectiveness over a sustained period. Required by most US enterprise buyers during vendor due diligence and security reviews.
Benefits
SOC 2 Compliance Safeguards Data
SOC 2 audits foster customer trust and represent a competitive advantage — demonstrating adherence to best practices for protecting sensitive information.
Expert Guidance
Reduce the risk of fines and penalties tied to regulatory non-compliance. Our certified auditors have navigated every edge case across 500+ engagements.
Control Strengthening
Address risks and identify potential vulnerabilities before an auditor does. We close gaps methodically — prioritized by audit impact, not guesswork.
Tailored Audits
Fix security vulnerabilities specific to your operations and select only the Trust Service Criteria your customers actually require — nothing more.
The Five Pillars
Trust Service Criteria
Security is mandatory for every SOC 2 report. The remaining four criteria are selected based on your service commitments and customer contractual requirements.
Security
Protection of information and systems against unauthorized access, both physical and logical.
CC1–CC9 (Common Criteria)
Availability
The system is available for operation and use as committed or agreed.
A1.1–A1.3
Confidentiality
Confidential information is protected during collection, processing, and disposal.
C1.1–C1.2
Processing Integrity
System processing is complete, valid, accurate, timely, and authorized.
PI1.1–PI1.5
Privacy
Personal information is collected, used, retained, and disposed of per commitments.
P1.1–P8.1
Auditor Intelligence
Where Audits Fail
Based on 250+ SOC 2 engagements. These three Common Criteria controls account for the majority of Type II audit findings.
Logical Access Controls
Auditors test MFA enforcement, privileged access reviews, and offboarding procedures. A single terminated employee retaining production access constitutes a control failure.
Auditors Test
- MFA on all production systems
- Quarterly access reviews documented
- Same-day offboarding verified
Change Management
Auditors sample 10–15 production deployments and verify approval, testing, and rollback procedures. One emergency hotfix without documented approval = major finding.
Auditors Test
- Documented change approval workflow
- Peer-reviewed deployments
- Rollback procedures tested
Vulnerability Management
External vulnerability scans from the entire audit period are required as evidence. CVSS 9+ vulnerabilities must show remediation within 30 days of discovery.
Auditors Test
- Quarterly authenticated vulnerability scans
- CVSS scoring and risk prioritization
- Remediation SLA with closure evidence
From the Audit Floor
What Our Auditors Actually See
Two of the most common — and most avoidable — reasons a first SOC 2 audit slips, in the words of the TCSA practitioners who run the readiness engagements.
“The number-one reason a first SOC 2 Type II slips is not a missing control — it is a control that exists but cannot be evidenced for the full observation window. Auditors do not grade intentions; they sample the period. If your access reviews started in month four of a six-month window, you have a four-month gap on paper no matter how good your security actually is.”
Surendra Pal Singh
Chief Information Security Officer & DPO, TCSA
CISA · ISO 27001 Lead Auditor
“The control most startups get wrong is CC6.1 logical access — specifically deprovisioning. Teams obsess over MFA and forget that one contractor who kept production access after their last day is a single, unambiguous exception in the report. We close offboarding to a same-day, ticket-backed workflow before the CPA ever opens the evidence portal.”
Parth Chauhan
Lead Auditor, TCSA
ISO 27001 / 42001 Lead Auditor · CEH
TCSA expert commentary, drawn from 250+ SOC 2 readiness and attestation engagements to date.
By the Numbers
SOC 2, in Figures
The facts that define the framework — sourced to the AICPA, the standards body that authors SOC 2 — alongside TCSA’s own delivery record.
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Trust Services Criteria
Security (mandatory), Availability, Processing Integrity, Confidentiality, and Privacy, defined by the AICPA.
AICPA Trust Services CriteriaSSAE 18
Attestation Standard
SOC 2 is an attestation engagement performed under AICPA SSAE 18 (AT-C 105 & 205) — not a certification.
AICPA / AT-C Standards250+
SOC 2 Attestations
TCSA-led SOC 2 readiness and attestation engagements delivered to date.
TCSA engagement record100+
SOC 1 Reports
Financial-reporting (ICFR) control attestations delivered alongside our SOC 2 practice.
TCSA engagement recordThe Five Trust Services Criteria — control families at a glance
| Criterion | Control Family | In Scope | What It Covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Security | CC1–CC9 | Mandatory | Control environment, communication, risk assessment, monitoring, logical & physical access, change management. |
| Availability | A1.1–A1.3 | Optional | Capacity planning, environmental protections, backup and disaster-recovery testing. |
| Confidentiality | C1.1–C1.2 | Optional | Identification, retention, and disposal of confidential information per commitments. |
| Processing Integrity | PI1.1–PI1.5 | Optional | Completeness, validity, accuracy, timeliness, and authorization of system processing. |
| Privacy | P1.1–P8.1 | Optional | Notice, choice, collection, use, retention, disclosure, and quality of personal information. |
Control-family references follow the AICPA Trust Services Criteria (TSP section 100). Security is required in every SOC 2 report; the other four criteria are selected from your service commitments.
What's Included
Comprehensive SOC 2 Compliance Services
Our SOC 2 auditors work with users and service organizations to help both parties achieve top-level compliance for a secure business relationship that benefits everyone involved.
Strategic SOC 2 Compliance Plan
We define the audit scope, focusing on relevant Trust Services Criteria. This strategic plan ensures a targeted approach that avoids scope creep.
Evidence Collection & Testing
We gather evidence to verify your controls are operating effectively — including walkthroughs and tests of your control processes.
SOC 2 Readiness Assessment
We assess your systems and services, identifying areas for improvement. This pre-audit service closes gaps before the CPA firm engages.
SOC 2 Badge & Assertion Letter
After a successful audit you receive a SOC 2 badge and a detailed assertion letter outlining audit objectives, systems, and controls in scope.
Full SOC 2 Report
We prepare a comprehensive SOC 2 report with the auditor's opinion — highlighting control effectiveness and any areas for improvement.
Review of Controls & Processes
Our team examines your control design and effectiveness, reviewing policies, procedures, and documentation for alignment with SOC 2 standards.
Your Path to SOC 2
Compliance Timeline
At Tranquility, compliance is fast, flexible, and achievable in under 2 months or sometimes even under 2 weeks!
Define Scope
Select in-scope systems, services, and criteria (security, availability, etc.).
Gap Assessment
Compare existing controls against SOC 2 requirements and identify remediations.
Implement Controls
Deploy policies, configure security settings, and automate monitoring.
Evidence Collection
Tranquility gathers and validates control evidence automatically.
Internal Review
Conduct mock audits, fix control gaps, and finalize documentation.
Audit & Continuous Monitoring
CPA firm conducts fieldwork. Maintain compliance with ongoing monitoring.
Why Choose Us
Your Trusted SOC 2 Audit Firm
Choose Tranquility for unparalleled expertise navigating SOC 2 compliance. Our dedicated team proves to customers, partners, and vendors that you are serious about protecting their data.
Full Team Engagement
Work with the same dedicated team throughout the entire process — no handoffs, no outsourcing, no surprises.
No Outsourcing
Every engagement is handled in-house by our certified practitioners. Your data and process never leave our team.
One-Stop Shop
Saves time and effort by offering all requisite services under one roof — readiness, audit, and monitoring.
500+ Engagements Delivered
Deep industry insights and tried-and-tested methods refined across 500+ successful compliance engagements to date.
Software Compatibility
Works within your existing tech stack and security tooling — no mandated software switches or additional platform costs.
Global Delivery
We serve clients across India, USA, UK, and the GCC — with deep familiarity of cross-border compliance obligations and enterprise procurement requirements.
Our Approach
Our Proven
SOC 2 Process
We've guided 250+ organizations through SOC 2 — from initial gap assessment to CPA-attested report. Every engagement follows the same rigorous, audit-tested process.
Our team also conducts a SOC 2 readiness assessment to evaluate your existing controls against SOC 2 requirements. This pre-audit service identifies potential gaps and develops a remediation plan to ensure successful audit outcomes.
Initial Consultation & Scoping
We understand your business, compliance needs, and select the relevant Trust Services Criteria. Detailed scoping ensures a smooth, targeted audit process.
Readiness Assessment & Remediation
We evaluate your existing internal controls against SOC 2 requirements, identify gaps, and implement missing controls — before the CPA is involved.
CPA Coordination & Audit
We connect you with a pre-vetted, independent CPA firm and manage the entire evidence portal and auditor request cycle end-to-end on your behalf.
Report & Continuous Monitoring
You receive a CPA-attested SOC 2 report. Continuous monitoring keeps you audit-ready year-round — no scrambling before the annual renewal cycle.
Pricing
Transparent Pricing
for SOC 2 Services
Indicative total costs typically range from ₹2-4 lakhs. This includes consulting fees, CPA auditor fees, and ongoing support. The cost may vary based on the size of your organization, the complexity of your IT infrastructure, and the specific requirements of your industry.
We provide fully scoped estimates after an initial consultation — no hidden costs, no surprise invoices.
SOC 2 costs may include
Who We Serve
Your Trusted Partner Across Industries
Tranquility has helped hundreds of companies achieve SOC 2 and other critical security certifications across every major industry vertical.
SaaS Providers
Enterprise software companies selling to US customers
FinTech
Payment processors, lending platforms, and financial services
Healthcare
Digital health, EHR platforms, and health data processors
Government
GovTech vendors and public sector service organizations
Manufacturing
Industrial and supply chain software platforms
All Industries
Any organization storing or processing customer data
250+
SOC 2 Reports Delivered
To date
100+
SOC 1 Reports
SSAE 18 ICFR
4–6mo
Time to Attestation
Type II, average
6+
Countries Served
India, USA, UK, GCC & more
Client Outcomes
What Clients Say
"Our SOC 1 and SOC 2 journey couldn't have been made more simple. TCSA guided us throughout and helped us unblock our enterprise deal."
Murli
CISO — Forsys Inc.
"What you've delivered for Wyra has been truly exceptional — SOC 2 and ISO 27001 in such a short timeframe is no small feat. Couldn't have asked for a better partner on this journey."
Ravi
Founder — Wyra.AI
Deep-Dive Guides
SOC 2 Resource Hub
Top SOC 2 Firms in India
Comprehensive comparison of India's leading SOC 2 consulting firms by cost, timeline, and expertise. TCSA ranks #1.
Type I vs. Type II
Understand which report your enterprise customers actually require and how to sequence your compliance journey.
Attestation Process
Complete walkthrough of the SOC 2 attestation process, CPA firm selection, and what the final report contains.
Trust Service Criteria
Deep-dive into each control family — Security, Availability, Processing Integrity, Confidentiality, and Privacy.
Common Questions
SOC 2 FAQs
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