Penetration Testing
Penetration Testing for SOC 2
How pentesting supports SOC 2 trust criteria and customer proof without positioning as a pentest firm.
Positioning
We treat penetration testing as part of trust and compliance motions. Scopes are right-sized, timelines are transparent, and we do not claim to be a pentest firm or guarantee outcomes—everything is anchored to real evidence needs.
- •Align scopes to SOC 2 security and availability controls.
- •Schedule tests so evidence is fresh during audit and customer reviews.
- •Use findings to strengthen access, logging, and change controls.
SOC 2 bridge
Pentesting supports SOC 2 by validating security, availability, and change controls. It complements—not replaces—access reviews, logging, and change management. Use reports as evidence and map findings to control narratives.
FAQ
Do we need a pentest for SOC 2?
While not always mandated, most auditors and enterprise customers expect a recent pentest with remediation and retest evidence.
How recent should the report be?
Aim for within the last 9–12 months and before your SOC 2 report delivery so evidence is timely.
Does a pentest replace controls?
No. Pentests validate controls but do not replace access, logging, or change management requirements.
Where do we link results in SOC 2?
Map findings and retests to security, availability, and change management controls for easy traceability.
Can we reuse the report for customer reviews?
Yes. Provide a sanitized summary and note remediation status to accelerate reviews.