Skip to the main content.

Modernize & Transform

Built to help you reimagine IT operations, empower your workforce, and leverage AI-powered tools to stay ahead of the curve.

Untitled design (3)

Empower My Team

We bring together the best of Microsoft’s cloud ecosystem and productivity tools to help your people thrive.

Untitled design (3)

Build My Infrastructure

We offer a comprehensive suite of infrastructure services tailored to support your business goals today and scale for the future

Untitled design (3)

IT Services

Our managed and co-managed IT service plans deliver a responsive and innovative engagement to support your IT needs, improve employee experience, and drive growth for your business. 

Untitled design (3)

Cybersecurity Services

Sourcepass offers innovative solutions, including SOC, GRC, Security Assessments, and more to protect your business.

Untitled design (3)

Professional Services

Grow your business with cloud migrations, infrastructure refreshes, M&A integrations, staff augmentation, technical assessments, and more.

Untitled design (3)

Resource Library

Stay ahead, stay connected, and discover the future of IT with Sourcepass.

Untitled design (3)

Events & Webinars

Dive into a dynamic calendar of webinars and in-person gatherings designed to illuminate the latest in managed IT services, cybersecurity, and automation.

Untitled design (3)

 

The Sourcepass Story

Sourcepass aims to be different. It is owned and operated by technology, security, and managed services experts who are passionate about delivering an IT experience that clients love.

Untitled design (3)

The Sourcepass Experience

At Sourcepass, we’re rewriting the IT and cybersecurity experience by helping businesses focus on what they do best, while we deliver the infrastructure, insights, and innovation to help them thrive.

Untitled design (3)

 

Understanding SOC 2 Compliance: What It Is and Why It Matters for Cybersecurity

 
Understanding SOC 2 Compliance: What It Is and Why It Matters for Cybersecurity

What Is SOC 2 Compliance? 

Service Organization Control 2 (SOC 2) is a compliance standard developed by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) for assessing and ensuring security, availability, processing integrity, confidentiality, and privacy in service organizations. SOC 2 compliance is designed to protect sensitive customer data stored and processed by cloud service providers and other technology companies. 

 

Industries Affected by SOC 2 

SOC 2 compliance is essential for any business handling sensitive customer data, including: 

  • Cloud Service Providers (AWS, Google Cloud, Microsoft Azure, SaaS companies) 
  • Healthcare Organizations (handling patient records and medical data) 
  • Financial Services (banks, fintech, payment processors) 
  • Technology and Software Companies (especially SaaS platforms) 
  • Legal and Consulting Firms (managing confidential client data) 
  • E-commerce and Retail (handling customer payment and personal information) 

 

Compliance Requirements and Key Components 

SOC 2 compliance is built around five Trust Service Criteria (TSC): 

1. Security 

  • Implement firewalls, intrusion detection, and access controls. 
  • Use encryption for data in transit and at rest. 

2. Availability 

  • Maintain system uptime and performance monitoring. 
  • Have disaster recovery and incident response plans in place. 

3. Processing Integrity 

  • Ensure accurate, timely, and authorized data processing. 
  • Implement monitoring and quality assurance controls. 

4. Confidentiality 

  • Restrict access to confidential information. 
  • Use data masking, encryption, and secure transmission protocols. 

5. Privacy 

  • Follow strict data privacy policies and regulatory frameworks (e.g., GDPR, CCPA). 
  • Ensure proper data collection, storage, and deletion procedures. 

 

The Role of IT and Cybersecurity in SOC 2 Compliance 

IT and cybersecurity teams play a crucial role in achieving and maintaining SOC 2 compliance by: 

  • Identity and Access Management (IAM): Enforcing multi-factor authentication (MFA) and least privilege access. 
  • Continuous Monitoring: Deploying Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) systems. 
  • Incident Response: Developing and testing security incident response plans. 
  • Data Protection: Implementing encryption, secure backups, and data loss prevention (DLP) measures. 
  • Third-Party Risk Management: Ensuring vendors and partners adhere to SOC 2 security controls. 

 

Why SOC 2 Compliance Matters 

SOC 2 compliance demonstrates a company’s commitment to protecting customer data, improving security posture, and building trust with clients. Non-compliance can result in lost business opportunities, reputational damage, and increased cybersecurity risks. 

 

Final Thoughts 

Achieving SOC 2 compliance is essential for organizations that manage customer data and operate in cloud-based environments. By adopting robust IT security frameworks and best practices, businesses can meet compliance requirements and safeguard sensitive information effectively.