Get SOC 2 Compliant
Without the Guesswork
MZLA delivers hands-on SOC 2 readiness, implementation, and ongoing security leadership for startups and growing companies so you can close enterprise deals faster.
How It Works
We're not the auditor. We're the engineering team that gets you audit-ready.
You Engage an Auditor
You select a SOC 2 audit firm to perform your assessment. We can recommend trusted auditors or work with the one you already have.
- Don't have an auditor yet? We'll help you find one that fits your budget and timeline
- Already working with a firm? We plug right in and coordinate directly with them
- You don't need anything in place before reaching out to us
We Implement the Controls
MZLA engineers your security program by deploying tools, configuring policies, hardening infrastructure, and collecting evidence to meet every control requirement.
- We handle the technical work. Your team stays focused on building your product
- Weekly check-ins so you always know what's being built and why
- Every control is documented with the evidence your auditor needs
Auditor Tests & Certifies
Your auditor tests the controls we built, validates the evidence, and issues your SOC 2 report. You're compliant and ready to close enterprise deals.
- We stay on through the audit to answer questions and resolve any findings
- If something needs remediation, we fix it on the spot
- You walk away with a clean report you can share with customers
Not sure where to start? We'll walk you through it.
What We Deliver
We don't just check boxes. We build the security programs, policies, and infrastructure that auditors want to see.
Policies & Governance
23 security policies tailored to your business
- Full policy suite development
- Data classification & retention
- Acceptable use & code of conduct
- Encryption & password standards
- Annual review lifecycle
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Complete Policy Suite
23 deliverables
Every policy is written specifically for your organization, mapped to SOC 2 Trust Service Criteria, and ready for auditor review.
- Information Security Policy
- Acceptable Use Policy
- Asset Management Policy
- Background Check Policy
- Backup Policy
- Change Management Policy
- Code of Conduct
- Data Classification Policy
- Data Protection Policy
- Data Retention Policy
- Data Security Overview
- Encryption Policy
- Incident Response Plan
- Logging & Monitoring Policy
- Network Security Policy
- Password Policy
- Risk Assessment Policy
- Software Development Lifecycle Policy
- System Access Control Policy
- Vendor Management Policy
- Vulnerability Management Policy
- Business Continuity Plan
- Disaster Recovery Plan
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Risk Management
Identify, assess, and mitigate risk across your org
- Risk assessments aligned to NIST 800-53
- Vendor risk classification & due diligence
- Change management frameworks
- Access reviews & RBAC design
- Continuous monitoring programs
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Risk & Compliance Framework
12 deliverables
We build a risk management program that goes beyond a spreadsheet. Every risk is scored, tracked, and mapped to the controls that mitigate it.
- Enterprise risk assessment with scoring methodology
- Risk register with ownership and treatment plans
- Vendor classification tiers (critical, high, medium, low)
- Vendor security questionnaire process
- Ongoing vendor compliance monitoring
- Change advisory board structure
- Change request and approval workflows
- Role-based access control (RBAC) design
- Quarterly access review procedures
- Privileged access management
- Risk appetite and tolerance documentation
- Regulatory mapping (SOC 2, NIST, ISO 27001)
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Tool Integration
Deploy and configure your full security stack
- Endpoint detection & response
- SIEM & log management
- Identity & access management
- Vulnerability scanning & CSPM
- Compliance automation platforms
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Security Tool Stack
16 deliverables
We evaluate, procure, deploy, and configure the right tools for your environment. No unnecessary spend, just what you need to meet controls and protect your business.
- Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR)
- SIEM & Log Management
- Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM)
- Vulnerability Management
- Identity & Access Management (IAM)
- Security Awareness Training
- Secrets Management
- SAST / DAST (Application Security Testing)
- Device Management (MDM)
- Compliance Automation
- Data Loss Prevention (DLP)
- Backup & Disaster Recovery
- Network Security (Firewalls / WAF)
- Encryption (At Rest & In Transit)
- Email Security
- Asset Inventory & Management
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Incident Response & BC/DR
Prepare for the worst, respond with confidence
- Incident response playbooks
- Severity classification matrices
- Business continuity planning
- Disaster recovery procedures
- Annual tabletop exercises
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Incident & Continuity Programs
12 deliverables
Auditors scrutinize your incident response and recovery capabilities more than almost anything else. We build programs that actually work when it matters.
- Incident response plan with defined roles and escalation paths
- Severity classification matrix (P1 through P4)
- Containment, eradication, and recovery playbooks
- Forensic evidence preservation procedures
- Communication templates (internal, customer, regulatory)
- Post-incident review process
- Business impact analysis (BIA)
- Recovery time objectives (RTO) and recovery point objectives (RPO)
- Disaster recovery procedures and failover testing
- Business continuity plan with critical function mapping
- Annual tabletop exercise program
- Third-party notification and coordination procedures
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Why MZLA
MZLA was built by security engineers, and every engagement is delivered by them too. No outsourcing, no subcontractors, no handoffs to junior consultants you've never met. The people scoping your project are the same ones deploying your endpoint protection, writing your policies, and configuring your controls.
Everything we do is transparent. You see what we're building, why we're building it, and how it maps to your audit. We've taken companies from nothing to SOC 2 certified, and we stick around until you pass.
Built for Scale
Security programs engineered for real growth, not duct-tape solutions that break when you hit 100 employees
SOC 2 Track Record
Multiple companies taken from zero to SOC 2 certified. We know exactly what auditors look for
Hands-on Implementation
We deploy the tools, write the policies, and configure the controls ourselves. No PDFs of recommendations and a wave goodbye
Audit-Ready Outcomes
The goal isn't a security program on paper. It's passing your audit. Every control we build is designed to hold up under examination
Services Built for Your Stage
Whether you need a roadmap, your first certification, or ongoing compliance, we meet you where you are.
Readiness Assessment
A comprehensive gap analysis mapped to SOC 2 Trust Service Criteria with a prioritized remediation roadmap. Know exactly where you stand and what it takes to get audit-ready.
- Gap analysis against all Trust Service Criteria
- Risk assessment aligned to NIST 800-53
- Policy and procedure gap identification
- Vendor risk posture evaluation
- Prioritized remediation roadmap
- Tool and vendor recommendations
SOC 2 Type I
Full hands-on implementation from zero to SOC 2 Type I certified. We build your security program, deploy the tools, write the policies, and get you through your first audit.
- Full policy suite development (20+ policies)
- Security tool procurement and deployment
- Control implementation (IAM, endpoint, logging, encryption)
- Incident response and business continuity planning
- Change management and secure SDLC frameworks
- Auditor coordination and audit preparation
- Evidence collection and control documentation
SOC 2 Type II & Ongoing
Continuous compliance monitoring throughout your Type II observation period, audit preparation, and ongoing security leadership to keep you certified year after year.
- Continuous control monitoring during observation period
- Ongoing evidence collection and documentation
- Type II audit preparation and auditor coordination
- Policy lifecycle management and annual reviews
- Vendor risk management oversight
- Incident response and DR testing
- Security program leadership and board reporting
- Annual SOC 2 renewal support
Every engagement is scoped to your environment. Book a free consultation and we'll build a plan that fits your timeline and budget.
Ready to Get
SOC 2 Compliant?
Book a free 30-minute consultation to discuss your compliance needs, timeline, and budget. No sales pitch, just a clear assessment of where you stand and what it takes to get there.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about working with MZLA.
Yes. We're built for this. We'll scope a path to audit-ready on your timeline, work with your auditor so nothing slips, and stay on through the audit so you can close the deal. Book a free consultation and we'll give you a realistic timeline and plan.
Our Readiness Assessment starts at $2,500; full Type I implementation and Type II ongoing have set monthly rates. See our Services section for tiers. Every engagement is scoped to your environment; we'll give you a clear quote after a free consultation so you know exactly what you're paying.
It depends on your starting point. A readiness assessment typically takes 4-6 weeks, and a full implementation can take 3-6 months. Companies with some existing security controls in place can move faster. We'll give you a realistic timeline during our initial consultation.
SOC 2 is built around five Trust Service Criteria: Security (required for all reports), Availability, Processing Integrity, Confidentiality, and Privacy. Security covers access control, monitoring, risk management, and incident response. Most startups pursue Security only; we help you scope which criteria matter for your customers and build controls that map directly to each one.
Yes. Our readiness assessment delivers a prioritized checklist mapped to the Trust Service Criteria, including policy gaps, control requirements, and evidence you'll need. We can also provide a high-level checklist during a free consultation so you know what you're signing up for before you commit.
We have a 100% success rate with clients who stay the course. If your auditor identifies findings or deficiencies, we work with you to remediate them. We stay on through the audit to answer questions, provide additional evidence, and fix any gaps. In most cases we can address findings before the report is finalized. If a full re-audit is needed, we'll get you there and coordinate with the auditor on timing.
Book a free 30-minute consultation. We'll discuss your compliance goals, timeline, and budget, then give you a clear assessment of where you stand and what it takes to get there. No commitment required.
You can, but it's slow and auditors are picky. Most teams underestimate scope and waste time on rework. We get you to audit-ready faster, build controls that hold up under examination, and stay on through the audit so you don't get surprised by findings.
We work with startups and growing companies across sectors, with the majority of our clients in SaaS, fintech, and technology. If your customers care about SOC 2, we can help. Tell us your industry on the consultation call and we'll confirm we're a fit.
We primarily work with startups and growing companies between 20-500 employees, typically Series A through Series C. These are companies that need SOC 2 to close enterprise deals but don't yet have a dedicated security team.
Absolutely. We have relationships with several reputable SOC 2 audit firms and can recommend one based on your budget, timeline, and industry. We'll also coordinate with them throughout the engagement.
That's great. We'll start with a gap analysis to assess what you already have, identify what's missing, and build a prioritized roadmap to fill the gaps. You won't pay for work that's already been done.
Type I evaluates your controls at a single point in time, essentially a snapshot. Type II evaluates your controls over a period of time (usually 6-12 months) to prove they're consistently operating effectively. Most enterprise buyers require Type II.
Yes. SOC 2 is not a one-time event. Your report covers a specific period, and you'll need to renew annually. Our vCISO retainer is designed for exactly this: ongoing compliance monitoring, evidence collection, and security program management.