Compliance Guidance
Compliance made manageable.
Navigate HIPAA, PCI-DSS, SOC 2, NIST, and other frameworks with expert guidance on controls, evidence collection, and audit preparation.
Overview
Compliance requirements can feel overwhelming, but they don't have to be. Compliance Guidance helps you understand what's required, build sustainable programs that meet those requirements, and prepare for audits without the last-minute panic. We've guided organizations through dozens of audits across multiple frameworks—we know what auditors look for and how to demonstrate compliance effectively.
Our Approach
We build compliance programs that work year-round, not just at audit time. Our approach focuses on sustainable processes that generate evidence naturally rather than scrambling to document after the fact.
Scope Definition
Clearly define what's in scope for each compliance requirement. Proper scoping can dramatically reduce compliance burden without increasing risk.
Requirements Mapping
Translate framework requirements into specific, actionable controls for your environment. We cut through vague language to identify what you actually need to do.
Gap Assessment
Evaluate current state against requirements. What controls exist? What's documented? What evidence do you have? Where are the gaps?
Remediation Planning
Prioritize gaps by risk and audit timeline. Some gaps need immediate attention; others can be addressed over time with compensating controls.
Control Implementation
Guide deployment of required controls—technical, administrative, and physical. We help you implement controls that actually work, not just checkbox solutions.
Evidence Program
Establish processes that generate and preserve compliance evidence automatically. When audit time comes, evidence should already be organized and accessible.
Audit Preparation
Conduct readiness assessments, review evidence packages, coach staff on auditor interactions, and ensure you're prepared to demonstrate compliance confidently.
Common Questions
Can you help us pass an audit?
Yes, and more importantly, we help you build programs that pass because they're genuinely compliant. We've guided organizations through SOC 2, PCI-DSS, HIPAA, and other audits many times. We know what auditors look for.
What if we need to comply with multiple frameworks?
We map controls across frameworks to eliminate redundant work. A well-designed access control, properly documented, can satisfy requirements in HIPAA, PCI-DSS, SOC 2, and NIST simultaneously.
How far in advance should we prepare for an audit?
Ideally, compliance is a continuous program rather than audit prep. If you're starting from scratch, 6-12 months before your first audit gives time to implement controls and generate operating evidence. Less time is possible but stressful.
Do you perform the actual audits?
No. We're advisors, not auditors—and that's a feature. We can be candid about what you need to fix because we're not evaluating you. We help you prepare for and work with your chosen auditors or assessors.
Other Virtual CISO Options
Security Program Development
Build or mature your security program with frameworks, policies, and roadmaps tailored to your business objectives and risk tolerance.
Board & Executive Reporting
Translate technical risk into business terms. We prepare and deliver security updates that resonate with leadership and board members.
Vendor Risk Management
Evaluate third-party security posture, manage vendor questionnaires, and build a program to monitor ongoing vendor risk.
Incident Response Planning
Develop and test incident response plans so your team knows exactly what to do when—not if—a security event occurs.
Ready to Strengthen Your Defenses?
Schedule a free consultation with our security experts to discuss your organization's needs.
Or call us directly at (445) 273-2873