SOC 2 Readiness Assessment
Self-assessment tool covering all 64 Trust Services Criteria across 5 trust principles. Includes readiness scoring, gap analysis, and timeline/cost estimator.
Download Free Assessment (PDF)The SOC 2 Readiness Assessment is a free, self-scoring tool that walks you through all 64 Trust Services Criteria across the five trust principles and tells you how close you are to an audit-ready state — complete with a readiness percentage, a prioritized gap analysis, and timeline and cost estimates. It is built for B2B SaaS companies and Indian startups targeting US enterprise customers who need to know exactly what stands between them and a SOC 2 report before spending on a platform or a consultant.
What's Included
64 TSC Controls
Complete coverage of all Trust Services Criteria across 5 principles
Readiness Scoring
Calculate your SOC 2 readiness percentage (0-100%)
Gap Analysis
Identify and prioritize missing controls by trust principle
Timeline Estimator
Estimate time to certification based on readiness level
Cost Estimator
Compare DIY platform vs consulting costs (India pricing)
Implementation Guidance
Next steps and common mistakes to avoid
Who This Is For
- →B2B SaaS Companies targeting US enterprise customers
- →Indian Startups expanding to US market
- →CTOs and Security Teams planning SOC 2 certification
- →Organizations evaluating Vanta/Sprinto alternatives
SOC 2 Readiness FAQs
How long the assessment takes, which criteria it covers, and Type I vs Type II.
How long does the SOC 2 readiness assessment take to complete?
Most teams complete the self-assessment in two to four hours. You work through all 64 Trust Services Criteria, mark your current status, and the tool produces a readiness percentage, a prioritized gap list, and timeline and cost estimates — so you finish with a clear picture of how far you are from audit-ready.
Which SOC 2 frameworks and Trust Services Criteria does it cover?
It covers all 64 SOC 2 Trust Services Criteria across the five trust principles: Security (Common Criteria), Availability, Confidentiality, Processing Integrity, and Privacy. The Security category is mandatory for every SOC 2 report; the assessment helps you decide which of the other four principles to include based on your customer commitments.
Is the SOC 2 readiness assessment free?
Yes. It is a free download with no email required. Use it as many times as you like to benchmark your readiness before deciding between a compliance platform, a consultant, or a lead auditor.
What's the difference between SOC 2 Type I and Type II?
A Type I report assesses whether your controls are suitably designed at a single point in time. A Type II report tests whether those controls operated effectively over a period — typically three to twelve months — and is what most enterprise buyers expect. The assessment helps you scope toward the report type your customers require.
Do I need a consultant or platform after the assessment?
The assessment shows your gaps and an estimated timeline; the actual SOC 2 attestation must be performed by a licensed CPA firm, and getting audit-ready involves writing policies, collecting evidence, and remediation. Many teams use the results to choose between a DIY platform and consulting. Tranquility Cybersecurity has supported 250+ SOC 2 engagements and can coordinate readiness through the CPA audit, with indicative engagements under ₹5L.
Keep Going
- →SOC 2 Hub— the full SOC 2 knowledge base: Trust Services Criteria, evidence, and audit prep.
- →SOC 2 Consulting in India— readiness through CPA audit coordination, without platform lock-in.
- →Proof & Track Record— 250+ SOC 2 engagements.
Need Help with SOC 2 Certification?
TCSA helps Indian startups get SOC 2 Type II ready with expert consulting and no platform lock-in. Indicative engagements under ₹5L.
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