Strategic Information Resources Continues Commitment to Data Security with Successful SOC 2 Examination
HOLYOKE, Mass., April 17, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Strategic Information Resources announced today that the consumer reporting, background screening agency and appraisal management company has successfully completed its System and Organization Controls (SOC) 2, Type 2 examination. SIR cited all efforts were completed by a professional and independent third-party audit firm, 360 Advanced, Inc.
"SIR and its background screening division, Background Decision, elected to undergo SOC examinations as a result of industry vendor due diligence requirements," states Jackie Drziak, EVP of Corporate Compliance.
A SOC 2 Type 2 examination is widely accepted as a bench mark of control validation.
Completion of the SOC 2 Type II examination is extensively recognized for demonstrating an organization's commitment to the AICPA Trust Services Criteria: Security, Availability, Processing Integrity, Confidentiality, and Privacy.
"We're proud to have completed another round of SOC 2 Type II examination," says Jackie Drziak, EVP of Corporate Compliance at SIR.
"This is a great opportunity for us to prove the numerous controls maintained to protect information and to reinforce our organization's position as a leading qualified partner to the markets we serve."
In 1926, SIR started as a regional provider of credit information helping financial institutions evaluate loan applicants. Today, SIR is a leading provider of information solutions delivering a mix of comprehensive products that add value to their clients' entire process.
Having a SOC 2 Type II helps assure SIR's clients and prospects that they have maintained the necessary controls for security, availability, processing integrity, confidentiality and privacy.
SIR began completing SOC examinations in 2015 and has maintained compliance with industry regulatory requirements since its inception.
About Strategic Information Resources (SIR)
Strategic Information Resources is a consumer reporting, background screening and appraisal management company built on a foundation of teamwork and open communication which allows us to offer total solutions to our customers' needs. We are committed to achieving market leadership through an innovative approach that combines quality products, dedicated people and unmatched customer service, resulting in mutually beneficial relationships. Over the years, SIR has been committed to providing our market with risk assessment tools to help consumers finance their ambitions, secure employment and fulfill their dreams. Find out more at http://www.StrategicInfo.com.
For SIR inquiries, please contact:
ProductSolutions@StrategicInfo.com
800-332-9479
About 360 Advanced
360 Advanced is a national Cybersecurity Compliance Audit firm based in St. Petersburg, Florida. Services provided include Penetration Testing, GDPR, SOC 1, SOC 2, SOC 3, SOC for Cybersecurity, ISO 27001, PCI-DSS, HIPAA/HITECH, HITRUST CSF, Microsoft Vendor Policy, and more. In certain states, 360 Advanced may operate under the name of Hiestand, Brand, Loughran, P.A. to meet AICPA requirements.
To learn more about 360 Advanced, visit http://www.360advanced.com.
For more information on compliance solutions, contact info@360advanced.com
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