SOC 2 Type 2 Compliance
SOC 2 is a widely recognized auditing standard developed by the American Institute of CPAs (AICPA) that determines the effectiveness of a company's information security policies, procedures, and controls. These rigorously tested controls are critical for ensuring that a service provider's systems and data are protected from unauthorized access, theft, or damage.
How are SOC 2 Type 1 and Type 2 different?
While SOC 2 Type 1 and Type 2 both evaluate the security levels of an organization, Type 2 is longer in duration and more in-depth in its analysis than Type 1. SOC 2 Type 1 assesses the design of controls at a specific point in time, essentially providing a snapshot. Whereas, SOC 2 Type 2 assesses both the design and operating effectiveness of controls over a specified period, usually six to twelve months, providing a more comprehensive evaluation of an organization's security environment.
Is a SOC 2 audit required?
No, a SOC 2 audit whether Type 1 or 2 is entirely voluntary. It is conducted at the expense and request of the organization seeking the certification. Additionally, a SOC 2 certification requires regular audits, exemplifying an organization’s ongoing security commitment to its user base.
Is Tovuti LMS SOC 2 Type 2 certified?
Yes, Tovuti LMS is SOC 2 Type 2 certified, reflecting our dedication to maintaining the highest standards of security and compliance for our clients in availability, processing integrity, confidentiality, and privacy of customer data.