SOC 2 Security Controls

The Security criterion addresses the protection of system resources against unauthorized access, unauthorized disclosure of information, and damage to systems that could compromise the availability, integrity, confidentiality, and privacy of information or systems.

Security Control Categories

Technical Controls

• Firewalls and Network Segmentation
• Intrusion Detection/Prevention Systems
• Antivirus and Malware Protection
• Encryption Technologies
• Security Monitoring and Logging

Administrative Controls

• Security Policies and Procedures
• Employee Security Training
• Incident Response Plans
• Vendor Management
• Risk Assessment Processes

Physical Controls

• Facility Access Controls
• Environmental Controls
• Asset Management
• Disposal Procedures

Implementation Checklist

• Access Management

  • Implement multi-factor authentication
  • Establish role-based access controls
  • Regular access reviews and audits
  • Privileged access management

• Network Security

  • Deploy firewalls and IDS/IPS
  • Implement network segmentation
  • Secure remote access (VPN)
  • Monitor network traffic

• Data Protection

  • Encrypt data at rest and in transit
  • Implement data classification
  • Secure data disposal procedures
  • Backup and recovery processes

• Monitoring and Response

  • Security event monitoring
  • Incident response procedures
  • Regular security assessments
  • Vulnerability management

Common Security Frameworks