Baltimore and Maryland business owners need to ensure sensitive data is protected, especially as it relates to the financial information of customers. Organizations also continue to face pressure from regulators and customers to demonstrate that adequate controls are in place with respect to processing transactions and internal controls over financial reporting. Government regulations, such as Section 404 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 (SOX 404) stress the need for effective internal controls. Ensuring the company has robust internal controls and policies and practices in place is essential. In fact, many may expect to see a System and Organization Controls (SOC) report before doing business with a company. This examination (often referred to as a “SOC 1 audit”) verifies that the controls, processes, and procedures have been tested and indicates whether controls are effective.
Schneider Downs provides SOC examinations in Maryland and nationwide to 150 companies annually in a variety of industries. Typically, we work with organizations that use or store sensitive financial and other data that cybercriminals may want. Some examples of the clients we serve include Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) companies, data centers, IT-managed service providers, mortgage and loan servicing companies, medical claims processors, payroll companies, and inventory management and logistics providers. Our diverse range of experience permits us to understand the company more easily, its risk profile, areas of exposure, and important testing variables.
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The Baltimore business community embodies resilience, diversity, and innovation. It navigates the ebbs and flows of economic tides with a steadfast commitment to growth and development. Baltimore, with its rich historical tapestry and strategic location along the Chesapeake Bay, has long been a nexus of commerce and enterprise. This enduring spirit is the cornerstone of its modern economic landscape, characterized by a blend of traditional industries and emerging sectors, all contributing to the vibrant fabric of the city’s business life.
Central to Baltimore’s economic identity is its role as a major seaport, which has historically served as a gateway for trade and a foundation for the city’s growth. This maritime heritage continues to influence its business dynamics, with the Port of Baltimore playing a pivotal role in international trade and logistics. Alongside this, the city has embraced the future, fostering a burgeoning tech scene and innovation in health and life sciences, largely buoyed by its proximity to renowned institutions like Johns Hopkins University and the University of Maryland, Baltimore.
Schneider Downs provides SOC 1 examinations and readiness assessments to companies in Baltimore and across Maryland. If you are interested in learning how we can assist your organization, complete the form to the right and a team member will follow up with you promptly.
Schneider Downs provides SOC 1 consulting services to companies in: Atlanta (GA), Austin (TX), Baltimore (MD), Billings (MT), Boise (ID), Boston (MA), Burlington (VT), Charleston (WV), Chicago (IL), Cleveland (OH), Denver (CO), Des Moines (IA), Detroit (MI), Hartford (CT), Lexington (KY), Los Angeles (CA), Memphis (TN), Milwaukee (WI), Montgomery (AL), Newark (NJ), New York City (NY), St. Paul (MN), Orlando (FL), Portland (OR), Richmond (VA), Seattle (WA), St. Louis (MO), Tucson (AZ), Wilmington (DE) and Washington (D.C.).
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