Mission Accomplished: SOC 2 Type 1 Compliance

This week, Proteus is pleased to announce a significant milestone: we have successfully achieved SOC 2® Type 1 compliance. This accomplishment underscores our ongoing commitment to data security and the protection of client information. The attestation is the result of extensive effort and collaboration across our organization. In this blog post, I will provide further insight into SOC 2 compliance and discuss what it entails from the perspective of an eDiscovery service provider. 

Why SOC 2 Type 1 Compliance Matters

SOC 2 is a framework developed by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) to assess a company’s systems and controls against five key principles: security, availability, processing integrity, confidentiality, and privacy. Earning SOC 2 Type 1 compliance indicates that an independent auditor has rigorously evaluated our processes and confirmed that they meet these high standards.

For organizations in the legal industry, where data sensitivity and confidentiality are critical, this attestation goes beyond a mere checkbox. It demonstrates our ongoing commitment to proactively addressing evolving cybersecurity risks and provides our clients with confidence that their data is protected when partnering with us.

The Journey to Compliance

The journey to achieving SOC 2 Type 1 compliance was challenging and essential. This accomplishment reflects months of dedicated effort, collaboration, and innovation across both Proteus Discovery Group and MBCB Law.

• Policy Overhaul: We developed and reviewed more than 40 new policies and documents to ensure alignment with SOC 2 requirements.
  
  
• Process Updates: We refined and standardized protocols across both organizations to maintain consistent security practices.
  
  
• Rigorous Audit: In collaboration with the third-party audit firm A-LIGN, we underwent a comprehensive assessment of our systems and controls to validate compliance with the SOC 2 framework.

Each step required us to critically evaluate our operations, adapt to new standards, and enhance our approach to cybersecurity. While the process was rigorous, it ultimately strengthened us, making us more secure, efficient, and better positioned for the future.

What’s Next?

Achieving SOC 2 Type 1 compliance is just the first step. We are now focused on obtaining SOC 2 Type 2 compliance, which will provide ongoing validation of the effectiveness of the controls we have implemented. Additionally, we remain committed to investing in advanced security technologies to proactively address emerging risks and adapt to the evolving cybersecurity landscape.

As we reflect on this achievement, I would like to take a moment to express my gratitude to everyone who contributed to this effort. This milestone is a testament to the dedication of our team and our collective commitment to delivering secure, reliable, and innovative eDiscovery services to our clients.

At Proteus, we view security as more than a requirement—it is a responsibility. By prioritizing data protection, we are earning our clients' trust and establishing a strong foundation for continued growth and leadership in the legal services industry.

We take pride in our accomplishments and are enthusiastic about the opportunities ahead.