Get SOC 2 Certified
Build a scalable, audit-ready foundation with 3FACTOR's right-fit approach to SOC 2
SOC 2 evaluates controls against the Trust Services Criteria (TSC). It provides independent assurance of your security and operational controls for B2B and SaaS markets.
Scope selection and criteria alignment are the primary drivers of audit efficiency. Choosing the right-fit scope (typically Security + Availability) prevents unnecessary complexity.
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We are not your auditor. We support SOC 2 engagements with multiple Tier 1 and Tier 2 CPA firms, and we have a strong track record of successful SOC 2 audits across clients and industries.
Marcus Atkins, Director of Compliance Services
The 3FACTOR Approach
- We design a right-fit SOC 2 scope aligned to your customer requirements, not a maximalist checkbox exercise.
- The goal is to establish controls, evidence, and monitoring that make Type 2 sustainable from day one.
- Take a look at our 6-step process from scoping to Type 2 readiness.
Right-fit TSC scope selection
Control design aligned to operations
Section 3 system description
Evidence model and monitoring setup
Type 2 cadence and sampling readiness
The 6-Step Process
Scope & TSC Mapping
Define boundaries and select criteria based on customer expectations: right-fit scope, nothing more.
- Define system boundaries and in-scope components
- Map customer requirements to Trust Services Criteria
- Recommend right-fit scope (typically Security + Availability)
- Document subservice organizations and dependencies
Define boundaries and select criteria based on customer expectations: right-fit scope, nothing more.
- Define system boundaries and in-scope components
- Map customer requirements to Trust Services Criteria
- Recommend right-fit scope (typically Security + Availability)
- Document subservice organizations and dependencies
What We Deliver
SOC 2 as an operating model, not a one-time project. We operationalize scope management, evidence collection, and control validation as part of business-as-usual.
Readiness & Gap Analysis
- Scope and boundary definition
- Customer requirements → TSC selection (right-fit scope)
- Control design + evidence maturity review
- Roadmap and Type 1 → Type 2 plan
Type 1 Preparation & Section 3
- TSC-aligned control statements
- Draft and refine Section 3 system description
- Audit-ready documentation pack
- Auditor coordination support
Type 2 Program Setup
- Evidence cadence, owners, sources, and retention
- Low-level monitoring checks
- Sampling readiness model
- Evidence-on-demand foundations
Ongoing Type 2 Period Support
- Monthly evidence ops and sampling readiness
- Auditor liaison and walkthrough support
- Exceptions management
- Close-out and next-cycle improvements
ISO 27001 → SOC 2: A logical progression
Type 1 Leverage
If you're already ISO 27001 certified, SOC 2 Type 1 is often a light lift. ISO 27001 establishes the management system to design risk-based controls. SOC 2 then provides external attestation aligned to the TSC.
Type 2 Success
Type 2 succeeds with monitoring and evidence cadence already established through ISO 27001 operations. Reuse controls and evidence alongside ISO 27001 where relevant.
Why organizations choose 3FACTOR
Auditor-Effective
Strong track record supporting Tier 1 and Tier 2 CPA firms
Right-Fit Scope
Typically Security + Availability, aligned to customer needs
Evidence by Design
Monitoring + cadence established before Type 2 starts
Low Friction
Clear owners and sources, minimal disruption to delivery teams
Integrated Program
Reuse controls and evidence alongside ISO 27001 where relevant
Senior-Led Delivery
Practical decisions, fast progress. No template theatre.
How we help you avoid common SOC 2 pitfalls
Our approach solves the frequent industry traps that sink most compliance projects.
Our right-fit approach ensures your SOC 2 program stays lean and effective.
Common failure modes
Evidence collection is inconsistent across the operating period
Without a defined cadence, evidence gathering becomes a last-minute scramble.
Control ownership is unclear
No named responsible party leads to gaps and finger-pointing during walkthroughs.
Monitoring checks not defined before Type 2 starts
Reactive monitoring leads to sampling failures and audit exceptions.
Over-scoped criteria inflating audit complexity
Including unnecessary TSC adds cost and effort without customer benefit.
How we solve it
Defined evidence cadence and ownership from day one
Every control has a named owner, source, and collection schedule before Type 2 begins.
Monitoring checks established before the operating period
Lightweight checks ensure controls operate continuously, not just at audit time.
Right-fit scope aligned to customer requirements
We recommend the criteria your customers actually need, avoiding unnecessary inflation.
Sampling readiness built into the program
Evidence registers are designed to support sampling at any point during the period.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What Sets Us Apart
Operator Mindset
We've sat in the CISO seat. Our recommendations come from hands-on experience building security programs, not theoretical frameworks.
Certification as Revenue Enabler
We treat compliance as a business accelerator, not a cost center. Every engagement is scoped to unblock deals and open markets.
Regulatory Breadth
SOC 2, ISO 27001, PCI DSS, NIS2, DORA, GDPR, HIPAA, CMMC, ISO 42001: one team, full coverage, no handoffs.
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Ready to reduce SOC 2 friction?
Book a 30-minute call to receive a tailored plan and fixed-price proposal for Type 1 + Type 2 program setup.