Most founders think SOC 2 is a checklist. It's not. It's a 12-month evidence collection exercise that requires your team to change how they operate — every day. Here's what the consultants won't tell you upfront, from scoping decisions that come back to haunt you to the controls that always get flagged in the first audit.
We've passed HIPAA assessments in as little as 90 days. The secret isn't speed — it's knowing exactly which controls matter for your specific technical environment and risk profile.
A full-time CISO costs $220K–$280K all-in. A vCISO engagement for SOC 2 runs $40K–$80K. But cost isn't the only difference. Here's a full breakdown of what you get — and give up — with each model.
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