Compliance CertificationsSOC 2SOC 2 LACertification
SOC 2 Lead Auditor
A 5-day practitioner programme in SOC 2 to Lead Auditor level.
5 daysVirtual ClassroomAdvanced
Overview
This comprehensive 5-day training provides participants with the expert knowledge to lead and conduct SOC 2 attestation audits. You will master auditing methodologies, evidence gathering, and reporting against the AICPA's Trust Services Criteria.
Overall Content
- Mastery of SOC 2 auditing principles and SSAE 18 requirements.
- In-depth analysis of the Trust Services Criteria from an auditor's perspective.
- Evaluating the system boundary and the accuracy of the System Description.
- Planning the audit and conducting risk-based sampling.
- Gathering evidence for Security, Availability, and Processing Integrity controls.
- Auditing Confidentiality and Privacy practices against stated commitments.
- Differentiating between and executing Type I (design) and Type II (operating effectiveness) audits.
- Interviewing control owners and assessing management oversight.
- Identifying control exceptions and evaluating compensating controls.
- Drafting the final SOC 2 attestation report and management representation letters.
Detailed Course Agenda
5 daysVirtual ClassroomAdvanced
Day 1
Introduction to SOC 2 Auditing, SSAE 18, and Scoping.
Day 2
Audit Planning, Evaluating the System Description and Security Controls.
Day 3
Auditing Availability, Processing Integrity, Confidentiality, and Privacy.
Day 4
Evidence Gathering, Sampling for Type II, and Managing Exceptions.
Day 5
Drafting the Attestation Report, Practical Audit Scenarios, and Certification Exam.
Who Should Attend
- Professionals seeking SOC 2 certification
- Compliance Officers
- Risk Managers
- IT Professionals
- and anyone involved in SOC 2 compliance.
Prerequisites
- Basic understanding of SOC 2 concepts.
- Previous experience with compliance frameworks is helpful but not mandatory.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the core principles of SOC 2.
- Learn to implement and manage SOC 2 compliance.
- Acquire skills to perform effective compliance activities.
- Understand risk assessment and mitigation strategies.
Training Methodology
- Instructor-led sessions
- Practical exercises
- Case-based discussion
Examination Information
Assessment details are confirmed before the batch begins.
Certification Information
Participants receive a Univate certificate of completion.
Virtual Classroom Delivery Model
- Live virtual classroom delivery
FAQs
Is the exam included?
Yes, the certification exam is conducted on the last day.
Is this live training?
Yes, this is 100% virtual live training.
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