SOC 2 Compliance Workspace
The SOC 2 Compliance Workspace is a centralized, audit-ready environment that enables organizations to design, implement, and evidence SOC 2 controls in alignment with the Trust Services Criteria.
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The Workspace converts SOC 2 requirements into structured control workflows, documented ownership, and preserved evidence, supporting readiness, ongoing monitoring, and Type I and Type II examinations. All control activity is versioned, attributable, and exportable, creating a defensible system of record for auditors, customers, and investor diligence.​
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To start, select the Tier
Tier 1 - DIY / Basic Compliance Tier
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$20,000 / year
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For early-stage startups with simple systems / first step before full certification
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Includes
Readiness / Gap Assessment​
Policies & Documentation Templates
​Minimal Tooling (if any)
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Type 1 Audit Fee
$10,000
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Tier 2 - Full SOC2 Compliance
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$40,000 / year
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For growing SaaS and tech companies
Includes
Everything in Tier 1
​Readiness & Remediation​​
Compliance Tools / Software
Penetration Testing
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Type 2 Audit Fee​
$20,000​
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This tier includes a robust readiness phase plus a full Type 2 audit showing HOW controls operate over time.​
Tier 3 - Full SOC2 Compliance + Consultancy​
$100,000 / year
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For larger organisations, multiple scopes, Big 4 auditors, and complex environments
Includes
Everything on Tier 2
​​​Comprehensive Readiness & Consultancy​
Compliance Automation
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Type 2 Audit Fee (Enterprise)
Ongoing Maintenance & Recertification
$30,000 / year
Pricing by Audit Type
SOC 2 Type 1
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Snapshot at a point in time.
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Good “quick win” to show initial compliance.
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Usually ~30–50% cheaper than Type 2.
SOC 2 Type 2
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Operational effectiveness over 3-12 months.
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Required by most enterprise customers.​
Costs more due to extended audit period and evidence collection
Other Cost Factors
SOC 2 pricing depends on several key variables:
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Scope of Trust Services Criteria (TSC): More principles (e.g., Confidentiality, Privacy) raise cost.
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Company size & complexity: Larger orgs cost more.
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Internal readiness & documentation maturity: Gaps increase remediation cost.
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Tooling vs DIY: Automated compliance platforms can reduce internal effort but add subscription costs.
Auditor reputation: Big 4 firms charge premium rates.
Ongoing & Recurring Costs
Achieving SOC 2 once isn’t enough — many organizations budget for:
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Annual audits or updated reports
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Continuous monitoring tooling
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Employee training & policy refreshes
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Internal control evidence collection cycles