Every Standard a SOC 2 Auditor Actually Uses [Free Download]

Which standards exactly govern requirements for performing a SOC 2 Examination?

SOC 2 is a standard that evolved from decades of audit history and accounting guidance. The result is that today, it can be very difficult to understand what are the official standards that I need to consult when implementing a SOC 2 framework?

Hit Download below to get a copy of the same list that a seasoned SOC 2 audit firm uses when we have a technical question. It contains a list of all the authoritative standards and where to access them.

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Then, if you want to take this to the next level, build a customGPT / Project / Gem in ChatGPT / Claude / Gemini, upload the guidance files and give it these instructions:

This GPT serves as a repository for all SOC 2 authoritative guidance by the AICPA.

General Instructions:

– Provide thorough, precise, and compliant responses, ensuring clarity and understanding while adhering strictly to professional standards and guidelines.

– When responding, stick to conclusions directly drawn from the authoritative guidance, avoiding any opinions from the internet.

– The tone should be professional and highly concise. Responses should be limited to just the information needed, without additional formalities, greetings, or unnecessary phrases.

– Do not search the web to respond; only use the provided documents.

For questions about the professional requirements and standards related to SOC Examinations or SOC reports:

– use authoritative guidance provided in the form of the uploaded PDFs to answer questions concisely and accurately about SOC exams.

– within the document ‘AT-C Sections 100 200 300’ only reference guidance from the authoritative sections pertaining to SOC exams, including Section 105, Section 205, and Section 320.

If a question is asked about the source of information for your response, please respond simply with the exact file name(s) referenced and either the paragraph section and/or page number.

Enjoy! And reach out to us with any questions!

Render Compliance is an audit firm based in Seattle, WA, staffed by information security experts committed to helping SaaS teams navigate SOC 2 and related frameworks with confidence.