SOC 2 Compliance & Audit Attestation Services

SOC 2 Compliance & Audit Attestation Services
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What is a SOC 2 Report?

A SOC 2 attestation is an independent evaluation of a service organization’s system controls against the AICPA Trust Services Criteria (TSC). These criteria address security, availability, processing integrity, confidentiality, and privacy related to the systems used to process information.

Whether you require a formal audit or support with audit readiness, MHM provides practical guidance to help your organization meet assurance requirements with confidence.

What is SOC 2+?

SOC 2+ refers to the practice of combining a SOC 2 examination with additional compliance frameworks. This approach allows organizations to demonstrate broader security and regulatory alignment within a single engagement.

Common frameworks added to scope include HIPAA, GDPR, NIST, and other industry standards. If you’re looking to showcase multiple compliance efforts efficiently, our team can help design the right approach.

Our Approach

At MHM, we believe that the audit process should be a positive experience that ultimately benefits your organization. While assurance engagements are often viewed as complex or disruptive, our tailored approach is designed to change that perception.

We begin by developing a clear understanding of your organization’s unique risk profile, control maturity level, and business objectives. This insight allows us to create a customized audit strategy that aligns with your operational goals and priorities. Our team of seasoned professionals will work closely with you throughout the engagement, providing clarity, responsiveness, and support at every stage.

By focusing on your organization’s specific context, we streamline the process, reduce disruption, and enhance the quality of the outcomes. Our goal is to ensure that your compliance audit is not just a checkbox exercise but a valuable opportunity to strengthen your security posture and improve your operational processes.

SOC 2 Audit Questions & Answers

SOC2 FAQs

  • A SOC 2 audit is an independent assurance engagement that evaluates an organization’s controls against the AICPA Trust Services Criteria. These criteria focus on security, availability, processing integrity, confidentiality, and privacy.

  • Organizations that store, process, or transmit customer data, especially technology and SaaS companies, often require an independent assurance report to meet customer, partner, or regulatory expectations. description

  • A SOC 2 report is based on five trust services criteria:

    • Security

    • Availability

    • Confidentiality

    • Processing Integrity

    • Privacy

    When selecting the criteria for your first audit, it's common for organizations to start with Security as their baseline. From there, additional criteria can be added based on the following factors:

    • Stakeholder requests: If specific stakeholders need to see coverage of certain criteria.

    • Existing commitments: If contracts or regulatory requirements mandate particular categories.

    • Unique organizational needs: If your business needs to showcase specific controls or systems that align with additional criteria.

    By starting with Security it lays the groundwork for your organization's basic controls. Adding extra categories too early can add unnecessary complexity to your first audit. Additional categories can be incorporated over time as your organization matures.


  • When deciding whether to pursue SOC 2 Type 1, Type 2, or both, it's essential to consider your organization's specific needs and goals. A Type 1 report assesses the design of your controls at a specific point in time and is suitable for organizations that:

    • Are new to SOC 2 and establishing a compliance baseline.

    • Need to demonstrate compliance for a particular event, such as a funding round.

    • Are in the early stages of their service offerings.

    In contrast, a Type 2 report evaluates the operational effectiveness of your controls over a defined period (typically 6-12 months), making it ideal for organizations that:

    • Want to show ongoing compliance and effectiveness of controls.

    • Need to provide assurance to clients about the reliability of their systems.

    • Are aiming to strengthen their market position with clients requiring robust security standards.

    Some organizations may choose to obtain both types of reports -beginning with a Type 1 to establish initial compliance and then following up with a Type 2 to demonstrate that their controls are functioning effectively over time. Ultimately, the choice between Type 1, Type 2, or both should align with your organization’s current status, client requirements, and long-term compliance goals, and consulting with a compliance expert can provide valuable guidance in making this decision.

  • For most organizations, a Type 2 report covers a period of 12 months. A 6-month period is often ideal for a first Type 2 audit. This duration provides enough time to test the operational effectiveness of controls while allowing a buffer to address any issues.

    A 6-month engagement also enables organizations to receive their first Type 2 attestation report in a timely manner, while still giving auditors sufficient evidence to evaluate control performance.


  • Absolutely! SOC 2 attestation reports can provide significant advantages for businesses of all sizes. For small and medium-sized businesses, having one of these reports can level the playing field against larger competitors, demonstrating that they meet industry standards for security and compliance.

  • Yes. MHM provides SOC 2 and ISO audit services in Canada and internationally, including SaaS and technology-driven companies.

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