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SOC 2 Readiness Assessment

Genesis Solutions delivers SOC 2 readiness assessments that identify control gaps against Trust Services Criteria before your formal audit — giving you a prioritized remediation roadmap so you pass the first time.

What Is a SOC 2 Readiness Assessment?

A SOC 2 readiness assessment evaluates your organization’s controls against the AICPA Trust Services Criteria before you engage an external auditor. It identifies exactly where you would fail — so you can remediate proactively instead of discovering gaps during the audit.

Trust Services Criteria Covered

CriteriaFocus Area
SecurityProtection against unauthorized access — logical and physical
AvailabilitySystem uptime, disaster recovery, business continuity
Processing IntegrityAccurate and complete data processing
ConfidentialityProtection of confidential information
PrivacyCollection, use, retention, and disposal of personal information

What We Evaluate

  • Control design — Are the right controls in place for each criterion?
  • Control implementation — Are controls operating as designed?
  • Evidence readiness — Can you demonstrate compliance with documentation?
  • Policy and procedure gaps — Are required policies documented and current?
  • Monitoring and logging — Are audit trails sufficient for examiner review?

What You Receive

  • Gap assessment report mapping your current state against applicable Trust Services Criteria
  • Control maturity ratings for each area
  • Prioritized remediation roadmap with effort estimates
  • Evidence checklist showing what documentation you need before audit
  • Executive summary suitable for leadership and board reporting

Preparing for SOC 2? Schedule a readiness review.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a SOC 2 readiness assessment?
A SOC 2 readiness assessment is a pre-audit review that evaluates your organization's controls against SOC 2 Trust Services Criteria — Security, Availability, Processing Integrity, Confidentiality, and Privacy. It identifies gaps before a formal audit so you can remediate proactively.
How is this different from a SOC 2 audit?
A readiness assessment is not a formal audit and does not produce a SOC 2 report. It identifies where you would fail an audit so you can fix gaps before engaging an auditor. This saves time, cost, and the risk of a qualified opinion.
How long does a SOC 2 readiness assessment take?
Typically 2-4 weeks depending on organizational complexity and the number of Trust Services Criteria in scope.

Ready to get started?

Schedule a call to discuss your soc 2 readiness assessment needs. Transparent pricing, no surprises.