SOC 2 Essentials for Startups - By Schellman, RISCPoint, and Vanta

SOC 2 Essentials for Startups is a streamlined compliance bundle tailored for early-stage, cloud-native companies operating on AWS. Built by Schellman and powered by Vanta and RISCPoint, this offering provides a structured path to obtaining a SOC 2 report from an AICPA Peer-Reviewed CPA Firm, helping you overcome early compliance hurdles without the complexities of managing an extensive customized SOC 2 control set.

This offering provides a comprehensive, streamlined approach to SOC 2 compliance, specifically tailored for startup environments. By combining Schellman's specialized SOC 2 Essentials framework with their network of AWS GSCA partners such as RISCPoint, startups can now access a comprehensive compliance solution tailored to their needs that supports the key stages of SOC 2 compliance, from initial assessment through final reporting and continuous monitoring.

The bundle also includes Vanta’s automated security and compliance platform, which integrates with your AWS environment to continuously monitor key controls and gather audit-ready evidence in real time. RISCPoint provides tailored compliance advisory and remediation support, helping you build strong internal policies, close gaps, and stay aligned with AWS best practices. Once you’re ready, Schellman delivers an official AICPA-compliant SOC report, giving your customers and stakeholders the assurance they need.

By integrating all three pillars—automation, advisory, and audit—this solution reduces complexity, accelerates sales cycles, and ensures long-term compliance scalability. Whether you're new to compliance or preparing for enterprise growth, this bundle helps you achieve trust, credibility, and go-to-market speed—all within the AWS ecosystem.