A SOC (System and Organization Control) audit is an examination of an organization's internal controls, and is used to provide assurance to customers, stakeholders, and regulators that the organization has implemented effective controls to protect sensitive data and ensure the availability and integrity of its systems. SOC audits are conducted by independent auditing firms, and there are two types of SOC audits: SOC Type 1 and SOC Type 2. In this blog post, we will discuss the differences between SOC Type 1 and SOC Type 2 audits, and the benefits of each.