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SOC 2 Audits – Portland (OR)

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SOC 2 Examinations

Portland and Oregon business owners need to ensure sensitive data is protected, especially when it comes to the financial and personal identification information (e.g. social security numbers) of customers and clients. Ensuring there are robust internal controls and cybersecurity policies and practices in place to protect against a breach is essential. Increasingly, many clients and customers are asking their vendors for a Systems Organization Control (SOC 2) Audit Report as a condition for doing business with them, or, in the case of contract renewals, continuing these relationships. A SOC 2 Report is an opinion on the effectiveness and design of an organization’s internal controls that meet the AICPA Trust Services Criteria. In essence, it is a statement verifying the effectiveness of an organization’s risk management efforts to protect the information of its customers and clients.

Portland SOC 2 Audits

McKonly & Asbury provides SOC audits to companies in Portland, Oregon, and beyond. Typically, we work with organizations that use or store sensitive financial and personal data that cybercriminals want. Our clients include data centers, loan servicing companies, insurance companies, medical claims processors, payroll providers, and more. Broadly, any organization that provides services to customers that directly impact the customer’s financial statements would be a candidate for such a report. Service organizations should evaluate their needs along with their customers’ reporting needs prior to determining the type of SOC report that is applicable to their needs. There are two types of SOC 2 audits:

• SOC 2 Type I – A SOC 2 Type I report is an opinion on management’s description of a service organization’s system and the suitability of their design of controls that meet the AICPA’s Trust Service Criteria for Security. It can also address Availability, Processing Integrity, Confidentiality, and/or Privacy, depending on the requirements of your customers. The report is made up of the auditor’s opinion, management’s assertion on the presentation and design of the controls, a description of the service organization’s systems and controls, and a listing of the organization’s controls. The SOC 2 Type I audit report differs from the SOC Type II in that the former covers ONLY the suitability of the design and addresses ONLY at one specific point in time.
• SOC 2 Type II – A SOC 2 Type II report is an opinion on management’s description of a service organization’s system and the suitability of the design and operating effectiveness of controls that meet the AICPA’s Trust Service Criteria for Security. Similar to a SOC 2 Type I, this report can also address Availability, Processing Integrity, Confidentiality, and/or Privacy, depending on the requirements of your customers. A SOC 2 Type II audit report contains the same core components as a Type I, but Type II is expanded to include the procedures used by the auditor to test the stated controls and the results of such tests over a defined period, rather than a single point in time.

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About Portland (OR)

The Portland business community is known for its dynamic and innovative spirit, with a diverse range of industries contributing to the city’s economy. Located in the Pacific Northwest region of the United States, Portland, Oregon offers a unique blend of sustainability, creativity, and entrepreneurship.

One of the key sectors in the Portland business community is technology and software development. The city is home to numerous tech companies and startups, ranging from software development and cloud computing to e-commerce and digital marketing. Firms like Intel, Nike, and Elemental Technologies have a significant presence in the area. The city’s skilled workforce, supportive startup ecosystem, and access to research institutions contribute to its thriving tech scene.

Portland has a strong focus on sustainability and green industries. The city is renowned for its commitment to environmental stewardship and sustainable practices. Many businesses in Portland prioritize eco-friendly practices and renewable energy sources. The clean technology sector, including companies specializing in solar power, wind energy, and sustainable materials, has a significant presence in the city.

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McKonly & Asbury provides SOC 2 Audit services remotely to businesses in Portland from our Pennsylvania office locations. Interested in learning more about the SOC 2 audit services offered to companies in Portland and Oregon. Complete the form below and we will follow up with you shortly.

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