Internal Audit ServicesCertification Readiness Audits
Prepare for certification with comprehensive internal audits. Independent assessments for ISO 27001, HIPAA, GDPR, and SOC 2 readiness with actionable gap analysis and remediation guidance.
What are Internal Audit Services?
Internal audits are independent assessments of your compliance programs conducted before official certification audits. They identify gaps, test controls, validate evidence, and provide remediation guidance to ensure you're ready for external auditors.
Unlike certification audits, internal audits are formative—designed to help you improve rather than pass/fail. They provide a realistic preview of what external auditors will examine, allowing you to address issues proactively and increase certification success rates.
Risk Mitigation
Identify and fix issues before external auditors find them
Higher Success Rate
Increase likelihood of first-time certification success
Continuous Improvement
Ongoing assessments to maintain compliance maturity
Who Needs Internal Audits?
Pre-Certification Organizations
Companies preparing for ISO 27001, SOC 2, or HIPAA certification
Compliance Maintenance
Certified organizations conducting required annual internal audits
Vendor Audits
Companies needing to audit suppliers and service providers
Risk Assessment
Organizations seeking independent security posture assessment
Our Internal Audit Services
Independent compliance audits and readiness assessments
ISO 27001 Internal Audit
Comprehensive audit of ISMS implementation against ISO 27001:2022 requirements and Annex A controls.
- 93 control assessments
- ISMS documentation review
- Evidence validation
- Gap analysis report
- Remediation roadmap
HIPAA Internal Audit
Assessment of HIPAA Security Rule, Privacy Rule, and Breach Notification compliance.
- Security Risk Assessment review
- Administrative safeguards
- Physical safeguards
- Technical safeguards
- Privacy practices audit
GDPR Compliance Audit
Evaluation of GDPR compliance including data protection principles and individual rights.
- Data processing assessment
- Legal basis review
- RoPA validation
- Individual rights procedures
- DPO compliance
SOC 2 Control Readiness
Pre-audit assessment of SOC 2 control design and operating effectiveness.
- Control matrix review
- Trust Services Criteria mapping
- Evidence collection assessment
- Gap identification
- Type I/II readiness
Supplier & Vendor Audits
Independent audits of suppliers, vendors, and service providers for risk management.
- On-site or remote audits
- Security questionnaire validation
- Control testing
- Compliance verification
- Risk scoring
Pre-Certification Readiness
Comprehensive readiness assessment before scheduling certification audits.
- Mock audit simulation
- Auditor interview preparation
- Evidence package review
- Finding remediation
- Certification timeline
Our Audit Process
A structured 4-phase internal audit methodology
Phase 1
Planning & Scoping
Define audit scope, objectives, and schedule with stakeholder interviews
Phase 2
Documentation Review
Review policies, procedures, and compliance documentation
Phase 3
Control Testing
Test controls, interview personnel, and validate implementation
Phase 4
Reporting & Remediation
Deliver audit findings with prioritized remediation recommendations
What You'll Receive
Comprehensive audit deliverables and recommendations
Detailed Audit Report
Comprehensive findings with evidence and observations
Gap Analysis
Identified gaps against compliance requirements
Risk-Rated Findings
Prioritized findings by severity and impact
Remediation Roadmap
Step-by-step guidance for addressing findings
Control Testing Results
Detailed results of all control tests performed
Evidence Validation
Assessment of evidence quality and completeness
Executive Summary
High-level overview for leadership and stakeholders
Certification Readiness Score
Assessment of readiness for certification audit
Post-Audit Consultation
Follow-up support for remediation questions
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Audit scope varies by framework and organization size. Share your needs and we'll provide a detailed quote within 24 hours.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I schedule an internal audit?
Schedule internal audits 4-6 weeks before your planned certification audit. This allows time to identify and remediate findings before external auditors arrive. For ongoing compliance, conduct annual internal audits as required by ISO 27001 and recommended for SOC 2 and HIPAA.
How is an internal audit different from a certification audit?
Internal audits are formative (helping you improve) while certification audits are summative (pass/fail). Internal auditors provide detailed remediation guidance and work collaboratively. Certification auditors have strict independence requirements and cannot provide consulting. Internal audits prepare you for certification success.
Can the same team that implemented controls conduct the internal audit?
No, ISO 27001 and SOC 2 require auditor independence. Internal auditors must be independent from the activities they audit. Using external auditors ensures objectivity and provides a realistic preview of what certification auditors will examine.
What happens if the internal audit finds major gaps?
Finding gaps is the purpose—it's better to discover them during internal audit than certification audit. We provide prioritized remediation plans with timelines. Most organizations can address findings within 2-4 weeks. We recommend scheduling certification audits only after internal audit findings are resolved.
Do I need an internal audit every year?
ISO 27001 requires annual internal audits for certified organizations. SOC 2 doesn't require them but they're highly recommended. HIPAA requires periodic security risk assessments. Even without certification, annual internal audits demonstrate security maturity and catch compliance drift before it becomes problematic.
How long does an internal audit take?
Most internal audits take 2-4 weeks depending on scope: ISO 27001 (2-3 weeks), SOC 2 (2-4 weeks), HIPAA (1-2 weeks), GDPR (1-2 weeks). Vendor audits are typically shorter (1 week). Timeline depends on organization size, complexity, and documentation readiness.
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