SOC 2 Lead Analyst Training - Online Course

Description

The SOC 2 Lead Analyst Online training by Punyam Academy is a comprehensive online self-paced program developed for professionals who analyze SOC 2 requirements, evaluate controls, support SOC 2 readiness, and interface with auditors. As organizations increasingly adopt SOC 2 to demonstrate trust, security, and operational maturity, the role of a Lead Analyst becomes central to ensuring successful compliance.

This course provides a deep understanding of the SOC 2 framework, Trust Services Criteria (TSC), COSO internal control model, and risk assessment techniques. It also equips learners with the skills to interpret SOC 2 control requirements, review documentation, support implementation teams, and coordinate audit activities.

Participants will learn how SOC 2 aligns with ISO 27001 and SaaS environments, enabling them to contribute to integrated governance and cloud-based compliance programs. With detailed coverage of audit processes, performing SOC 2 audits, and audit records, learners will develop the analytical and operational skills necessary to guide organizations through SOC 2 Type I and Type II compliance.

Topics Covered in This Course

• Session - 1: SOC 2 Overview
• Session - 2: COSO Framework for SOC 2 Compliance
• Session - 3: Risk Assessment based on COSO Enterprise Risk Management model
• Session - 4: SOC 2 Requirements and Controls (TSC)
• Session - 5: SOC 2 Documentation (Policies, Procedures, Evidence)
• Session - 6: Implementing SOC 2 Controls (step-by step)
• Session - 7: SOC 2 Audit Process (including control testing methods)
• Session - 8: Performing SOC 2 Audit step-by step
• Session - 9: Key Terms & Definitions for SOC 2 system
• Session - 10: SOC 2 & ISO 27001 Mapping
• Session - 11: SOC 2 & SaaS Mapping (Cloud Alignment)
• Session - 12: SOC 2 Audit Records

Each of the above sessions consists of audio-visual presentation, handouts and online session exams as well as a final exam at the end of the course, as described below:

1. Lectures: In this module, the user gets an audio-visual presentation on each of the above-mentioned sessions to understand the topics.
2. Handouts: For all the above sessions, the handouts are given in approx. 150 pages in pdf format. In addition, total 08 sample documents, which include SOC 2 Gap Assessment checklists, formats for audit panning and noncompliance reporting, a sample SOC 2 report, lists of policies, procedures and formats to be verified, etc., are provided to participants as SOC 2 audit reference documents. The participants of this SOC 2 Lead Analyst training course can download and save the handouts and reference documents  in their computer for future reference. Also, they can print or read offline these handouts to get detailed knowledge of all the topics.
3. Exams: In this SOC 2 Lead Analyst training Course, a total of 12 session exams and one final exam are given. After passing the final exam, an auto-generated SOC 2 Lead Analyst Training certificate can be downloaded and printed by participants. This certificate can be verified by anyone, anytime, from this website.

Course Objectives

After completing this course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the SOC 2 framework, Trust Services Criteria, and COSO structure.
• Conduct and support SOC 2 risk assessments.
• Analyze SOC 2 control requirements and evaluate readiness gaps.
• Review SOC 2 documentation and determine evidence adequacy.
• Support control implementation activities and cross-functional teams.
• Understand the SOC 2 audit lifecycle and prepare for Type I & Type II audits.
• Perform SOC 2 audit activities, interviews, sampling, and evidence validation.
• Map SOC 2 with ISO 27001 to support integrated compliance programs.
• Understand SOC 2 requirements specific to SaaS architecture and cloud operations.
• Maintain SOC 2 audit records and manage audit evidence effectively.
• Function confidently as a SOC 2 Lead Analyst in real-world compliance projects.

Who Should Enrol In This Course?

This course is ideal for:

• SOC 2 analysts and compliance specialists
• Governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) professionals
• IT security analysts and cybersecurity teams
• SOC 2 implementation and audit readiness teams
• SaaS and cloud service organization professionals
• Internal auditors and documentation specialists
• Consultants supporting SOC 2 or ISO 27001 programs
• Anyone aspiring to become a SOC 2 Lead Analyst

Prerequisites

• No prior SOC 2 experience is required.

• Basic understanding of information security or IT operations is helpful but not mandatory.

AUTHORS & INSTRUCTORS

For details of the authors, trainers and instructors experience and background, please visit our trainers page. They have very rich experience on the subject.

STUDY MATERIALS

This e-Learning course is provided with study materials and you can read it after your log in or download (PDF format). Use the study materials to reinforce key points and to keep a reminder of what you already learned as well as you can save it in your computer for future reference. The access of this study material is removed after exam is cleared and on line certificate is prepared for the student.

EXAMINATION AND COURSE CERTIFICATE

All paid E-learning course includes the Course Certificate that is issued upon course completion and passing the session exams as well as a final exam given in the course with minimum 60% marks. The option to reappear in the exam is also given to student, if failed in any exam.

END OF COURSE INSTRUCTION

After completing the session and passing each session examination the student can appear for final exam. Once the final exam is cleared then it is considered a end of course. The training certificate is ready on our LMS and student can print it or save the training certificate. It is also available for verification by entering the name and certificate number.