Civic Achieves SOC 2 Type 1 Compliance

Security is a fundamental part of what we do.

That's why we're so proud to announce a major milestone today. Civic has achieved SOC 2 Type 1 compliance, underscoring our commitment to protecting client data and maintaining the highest security standards across our company.

SOC 2 Type 1 compliance, established by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), evaluates our security controls and practices at a specific point in time. This attestation confirms our controls are suitably designed to meet rigorous industry standards as of the audit date. It covers three critical trust service criteria: security, availability, and confidentiality.

This milestone resonates deeply with the work we do every day. AI implementations touch the most sensitive aspects of an organization—proprietary algorithms, customer data, strategic insights, and intellectual property that defines competitive advantage. When companies bring us into these critical projects, they're placing extraordinary trust in our hands. Our SOC 2 Type 1 compliance demonstrates that we've designed  comprehensive controls necessary to honor that trust.

The pre-audit process involved extensive evaluation of our internal controls, security policies, and operational procedures. Independent auditors examined our data handling practices, access controls, system monitoring, and incident response capabilities. This thorough review confirmed that our controls were suitably designed to meet the SOC 2 criteria, aligning with recognized security and compliance standards.

This achievement reflects months of dedicated work. We've strengthened our infrastructure across our entire organization. We refined our processes and enhanced our training programs to ensure every team member understands their role in maintaining data security. The result is a more secure environment for our clients and a stronger foundation for our growing company.

SOC 2 compliance serves as an important differentiator. It signals that we take data protection seriously. It also demonstrates investment in the systems and processes necessary to handle sensitive information responsibly. This is particularly critical in AI projects, where data often forms the core of model training and system optimization.

Our compliance extends beyond meeting audit requirements. We've integrated security considerations into every aspect of our business, from initial client assessments through project delivery and ongoing support. Security remains a priority throughout the entire engagement lifecycle.

The timing of this attestation aligns with increasing regulatory scrutiny around AI and data privacy, as organizations face growing pressure to demonstrate responsible AI practices. Our SOC 2 Type 1 status provides clients with documentation for their own auditors and stakeholders while we prepare for our first SOC 2 Type 2 audit to demonstrate consistent security controls over time.

If you are interested in learning more about our security practices or how our compliance supports their specific AI initiatives and regulatory requirements, we encourage you to reach out directly. This milestone strengthens our ability to serve clients across industries with the most stringent security requirements as they navigate their AI transformation journeys.

Request the SOC 2 Type 1 report and review exactly how Civic Auth meets rigorous security standards.