Running tests against your security controls and other systems is a critical aspect of protecting your organization from a potential data breach and ensuring that you maintain compliance. Vanta’s platform has automated tests with continuous monitoring that run on an hourly basis against your controls as well as customized tests that you can adapt to your organization's needs.

The SOC 2 (Service Organization Control 2) audit and attestation process is something that has been devised by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) in order to ensure that organizations which provide services have secure procedures to govern data so as not to compromise the welfare of their clients. For this reason, achieving SOC 2 compliance is crucial for service agencies especially those involved with sensitive customer data.

The Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 (SOX) was enacted to restore public confidence in the wake of major corporate and accounting scandals. The legislation aims to protect investors by improving the accuracy and reliability of corporate disclosures made pursuant to the securities laws. One key aspect of SOX compliance is ensuring the integrity and security of financial data. In the digital age, cybersecurity practices play a crucial role in adhering to SOX requirements.

CMMC is a familiar framework to any contractor working as part of the defense industrial base and handling any form of controlled unclassified information. Whether it’s compliance in general, a specific clause relating to DFARS 252.204-7012 in your contract, or impetus from another source, you’re going to need to implement security standards from NIST SP 800-171 and adhere to the rules laid out in the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification framework.

The NIS2 Directive is the European Union’s flagship cybersecurity law, poised to significantly strengthen cyber defenses across the EU when it takes effect on 17 October 2024. This upgraded version of the 2016 NIS Directive (NIS1) not only introduces stricter rules but also broadens its reach, covering more sectors and businesses, ensuring comprehensive protection and a stronger security posture.

From day one, Vanta has helped security teams build and maintain a strong security posture to protect sensitive data and reduce business risk. Our industry-leading trust management platform provides automated, continuous compliance, ensuring that the necessary people, processes, and technology for strong security are in place and working effectively. ‍ With Vanta, customers like Unleash and Pigment are able to reduce costs and free up resources for strategic security initiatives.

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