SOC 2 Observation Period

Overview of SOC 2 requirements

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For initial SOC 2 Type 2 audits, the observation period is typically 6 months, though some organizations opt for a shorter period (around 3 months) to expedite their first report. For subsequent audits, a 12-month observation period becomes standard.

During that window, the auditor will:

– Sample logs
– Check alerts
– Verify access changes
– Review incidents
– Confirm policy updates
– Validate that you followed your own rules

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