SOC 2 Compliance Starter Kit
Everything a startup team needs to kick off SOC 2 compliance — checklist, timeline template, vendor comparison, budget worksheet, and implementation roadmap. All in one free PDF.
Built by senior engineers for teams tackling SOC 2 for the first time
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What's Inside
Five practical resources designed for engineering and ops teams navigating SOC 2 for the first time.
Control Checklist
Comprehensive checklist covering all five Trust Service Criteria — Security, Availability, Confidentiality, Processing Integrity, and Privacy.
Timeline Template
A 6-month project plan template with milestones for gap assessment, remediation, readiness review, and audit kickoff.
Vendor Comparison Matrix
Side-by-side comparison of the top SOC 2 compliance automation platforms (Vanta, Drata, Tugboat Logic, Secureframe) with pricing notes.
Budget Worksheet
Itemized cost estimator covering auditor fees, tooling, engineering time, and optional advisory support — sized for seed to Series B startups.
Implementation Roadmap
Prioritized action plan with quick wins in the first 30 days and a phased approach through to your first audit report.
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SOC 2
Type I & II ready
Since 2014
Compliance expertise
Free
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Who This Kit Is For
Built specifically for startup and scale-up teams tackling SOC 2 for the first time.
CTOs & Engineering Leads
scoping systems and controls
Operations & InfoSec Teams
running the compliance program
Founders & CFOs
understanding costs and timelines
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does SOC 2 compliance take?
For most startups, SOC 2 Type I takes 3-4 months from kickoff to report. SOC 2 Type II requires a minimum 6-month observation period on top of that. The starter kit includes a realistic timeline template tailored to teams of 10-200 people.
Is this starter kit really free?
Yes — 100% free, no credit card, no sales call required. Enter your work email and the PDF downloads immediately. We may occasionally send you relevant security and compliance content, and you can unsubscribe any time.
Do I need a compliance tool like Vanta or Drata?
Not necessarily. The starter kit includes a vendor comparison matrix that helps you decide. Smaller teams (under 20 employees) often start with manual evidence collection before investing in automation tooling. The worksheet helps you run the numbers.
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Start Your SOC 2 the Right Way
Book a free 30-minute call. Tell us about your team and the deal that needs SOC 2, and we'll walk through scope, timing and the first controls.
No commitment. Video call or phone, whichever you prefer. Run by senior engineers, serving clients since 2014.
What you leave the call with
- Whether Type I or Type II fits
- The first controls to put in place
- A senior engineer, not a salesperson
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