SOC 2 Readiness Control
Endpoint Security
Protect laptops and servers with EDR, disk encryption, and enforced patching baselines.
Why auditors care
EDR, patching, and disk encryption
Demonstrate clear ownership, evidence, and cadence to show this control operates consistently.
What to implement
- •Assign an owner and set a review cadence.
- •Document the policy, procedure, and escalation path.
- •Track exceptions with remediation dates.
Evidence auditors expect
- •Dated records of reviews or approvals.
- •Screenshots/exports showing configurations and coverage.
- •Tickets proving remediation or follow-up.
Common mistakes
- •Unowned control with no cadence.
- •Evidence not tied to who/when/what changed.
- •No process for exceptions or emergency changes.
FAQ
Evidence
EDR deployment reports, encryption enforcement, and patch compliance reports.
Pitfalls
Unmanaged contractor devices and no proof of remediation for failed agents.