If your business handles customer data, SOC 2 is not optional.

It may not be on your radar today, but it will be soon. And when that time comes, how early you started will make all the difference.

In this episode, Marie Joseph, Manager of Compliance Advisory at Trava, explains what it takes to prepare for SOC 2 certification. She shares what early prep should look like, how to make the audit less stressful, and why every company’s compliance checklist is unique.

Whether you're just starting or already deep in the process, this conversation will help you avoid the most common mistakes and take SOC 2 seriously before you’re forced to.

Want to make your SOC 2 prep more efficient without slowing down your team? Check out our blog, How To Get SOC 2 Certified Without Slowing Down Your Engineering Team, for practical tips on preparing smart, staying organized, and keeping your business moving while you get audit-ready: https://travasecurity.com/soc-2-without-slowing-down

Key takeaways:

• What most startups get wrong about SOC 2 prep
• Why starting early sets you up for a smoother SOC 2 journey
• How GRC tools and consultants help you prepare for audits

Episode highlights:

(00:00) SOC 2 preparation: More than just a checklist

(02:37) How GRC tools help in SOC 2 prep

(03:35) When to bring in consultants or advisors

(04:37) The role of an internal champion for SOC 2

(06:51) Preparation for Type 1 vs. Type 2

(07:46) The biggest mistakes startups make

Connect with the host:

Jara Rowe’s LinkedIn - @jararowe

Connect with the guest:

Marie Joseph’s LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/marie-joseph-a81394143/

Connect with Trava:

Website - www.travasecurity.com

Blog - www.travasecurity.com/learn-with-trava/blog

LinkedIn - @travasecurity

YouTube - @travasecurity