Compliance Consulting
From Gap to Certification
Navigate complex regulatory requirements with expert guidance. DPDP Act 2023, GDPR, SOC 2, ISO 27001, HIPAA, and PCI DSS compliance made achievable with proven methodologies and hands-on support.
Compliance Frameworks We Support
Expert guidance across major regulatory and security frameworks. Whether you need to comply with data privacy laws or achieve security certifications, we provide end-to-end support.
DPDP Act 2023
Digital Personal Data Protection Act
India's comprehensive data privacy law governing personal data processing of Indian citizens.
- Data fiduciary obligations
- Consent management
- Data principal rights
- Cross-border transfer rules
GDPR
General Data Protection Regulation
EU regulation on data protection and privacy for individuals within the European Union.
- Lawful processing basis
- Data subject rights (DSAR)
- Privacy by design
- 72-hour breach notification
SOC 2
Service Organization Control 2
Trust service criteria for security, availability, processing integrity, confidentiality, and privacy.
- Type I & Type II reports
- Trust service criteria
- Enterprise sales enablement
- Annual attestation
ISO 27001
Information Security Management System
International standard for establishing, implementing, and maintaining an ISMS.
- 93 Annex A controls
- Risk-based approach
- 3-year certification cycle
- Global recognition
HIPAA
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act
US regulation protecting sensitive patient health information from disclosure.
- PHI protection
- Business associate agreements
- Security & privacy rules
- Breach notification
PCI DSS
Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard
Security standard for organizations handling branded credit cards.
- 12 requirements
- Cardholder data protection
- Network segmentation
- Quarterly scans
Our Compliance Service Offerings
Comprehensive compliance support from initial assessment through certification and beyond. Our proven methodology ensures efficient, successful compliance journeys.
Gap Assessment
Comprehensive evaluation of your current security posture against compliance requirements.
- Current state documentation
- Control mapping to framework requirements
- Gap identification and prioritization
- Risk-based remediation roadmap
- Resource and timeline estimation
Implementation Support
End-to-end guidance on implementing required controls, policies, and procedures.
- Policy and procedure development
- Technical control implementation
- Security tool selection and deployment
- Employee training programs
- Evidence collection automation
Audit Preparation
Complete preparation for external audits and certification assessments.
- Pre-audit readiness assessment
- Evidence package preparation
- Mock audits and dry runs
- Auditor liaison and coordination
- Finding remediation support
Ongoing Compliance Management
Continuous monitoring and maintenance of your compliance program.
- Continuous control monitoring
- Periodic compliance reviews
- Policy update management
- Regulatory change tracking
- Annual audit support
Framework Comparison
Understanding the key differences between compliance frameworks helps you prioritize the right certifications for your business goals.
| Feature | DPDP | GDPR | SOC 2 | ISO 27001 | HIPAA | PCI DSS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary Focus | Personal data protection (India) | Personal data protection (EU) | Service organization controls | Information security management | Protected health information | Payment card data |
| Certification Type | Regulatory compliance | Regulatory compliance | Attestation report | Certification (3 years) | Self-attestation | QSA assessment / SAQ |
| Typical Timeline | 3-6 months | 4-8 months | 6-12 months | 6-12 months | 3-6 months | 3-9 months |
| Annual Requirement | Ongoing compliance | Ongoing compliance | Annual report | Surveillance audit | Annual risk assessment | Annual validation |
| Best For | India market operations | EU customers/operations | US enterprise sales | Global enterprise sales | Healthcare industry | Payment processing |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the DPDP Act 2023 and who needs to comply?
The Digital Personal Data Protection Act 2023 (DPDP) is India's comprehensive data privacy law that governs how organizations collect, store, process, and transfer personal data of Indian citizens. Any organization (Indian or foreign) that processes personal data of individuals in India must comply with DPDP. This includes having lawful grounds for processing, implementing data protection measures, appointing a Data Protection Officer for significant data fiduciaries, and ensuring data subject rights.
How long does it take to achieve SOC 2 compliance?
SOC 2 Type I certification typically takes 3-6 months from start to report, covering point-in-time control design. SOC 2 Type II requires an additional 3-12 month observation period to demonstrate control effectiveness over time. The total timeline depends on your current security maturity, scope of systems, and resource availability. With proper planning and expert guidance, many organizations achieve Type I in 4 months and Type II within 12-15 months total.
What is the difference between ISO 27001 and SOC 2?
ISO 27001 is an international standard for Information Security Management Systems (ISMS) resulting in certification valid for 3 years. SOC 2 is a US-based attestation framework focused on Trust Service Criteria (security, availability, processing integrity, confidentiality, privacy). Key differences: ISO 27001 requires mandatory Annex A controls and annual surveillance audits; SOC 2 offers flexibility in control selection and requires annual reports. Many organizations pursue both - ISO 27001 for international markets and SOC 2 for US enterprise customers.
How much does compliance consulting cost?
Compliance consulting costs vary by framework and scope: SOC 2 Type II projects typically range from $30,000-$100,000 including gap assessment, implementation, and audit fees. ISO 27001 certification projects range from $25,000-$80,000. GDPR compliance programs cost $20,000-$60,000 depending on data processing complexity. DPDP implementation ranges from $15,000-$50,000. These are total project costs including consulting fees, tool subscriptions, and external audit/certification fees.
Can one compliance framework help with multiple certifications?
Yes, there is significant overlap between compliance frameworks. Achieving ISO 27001 covers approximately 60-70% of SOC 2 requirements. GDPR and DPDP share similar principles around data subject rights, consent, and data protection. Building a unified compliance program that maps controls across frameworks reduces effort and cost. We recommend starting with ISO 27001 as a foundation, then adding SOC 2 and privacy frameworks with incremental effort of 20-30% for each additional framework.
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