Security Analyst, SOC 2 Audit Support

Title: Security Analyst, SOC 2 Audit Support Location: Remote Employment Type: 6 months (April - October, Audit Ramp-Up & Wind-Down Support ) Role Overview We are seeking a SOC 2 Audit Coordinator to own and drive the execution of SOC 2 audits across IT and Security teams. This role is responsible for managing audit timelines, coordinating evidence collection, tracking controls, and serving as the primary point of contact between internal stakeholders and external auditors. This is a high-visibility, execution-oriented role focused on keeping audits on track, reducing organizational friction, and ensuring successful audit outcomes. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience supporting SOC 2 audits and thrives in fast-paced environments that require strong follow-through, organization, and communication. Key Responsibilities SOC 2 Audit Execution Coordinate end-to-end SOC 2 audit activities, including readiness, evidence collection, review cycles, and auditor interactions Maintain ownership of audit timelines, deliverables, and milestones Translate auditor requests into clear, actionable evidence asks for IT and Security teams Validate evidence for completeness, accuracy, and alignment to SOC 2 control requirements Cross-Functional Coordination Work closely with Engineering, IT, Security, Compliance, and Leadership teams to collect required evidence Track ownership of controls and follow up consistently to ensure timely delivery Proactively identify risks, gaps, or blockers and escalate appropriately Evidence & Documentation Management Maintain organized audit repositories, evidence libraries, and version control Map evidence to SOC 2 Trust Services Criteria and control narratives Ensure documentation is audit-ready and reusable across future audits Communication & Stakeholder Management Serve as the primary liaison with external auditors Provide clear, concise audit status updates to leadership Draft professional communications for evidence requests, follow-ups, and escalations Keep stakeholders aligned without introducing unnecessary friction or noise Required Skills & Experience SOC 2 & Audit Experience Hands-on experience supporting or coordinating SOC 2 audits Strong understanding of SOC 2 Trust Services Criteria, audit workflows, and evidence expectations Familiarity with security and governance frameworks such as NIST CSF, ISO 27001, or COBIT Execution & Program Management Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent workstreams with tight deadlines Strong tracking and follow-through skills across controls, evidence, and owners Comfortable operating in fast-paced, high-accountability environments Communication & Organization Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to provide polite-but-firm follow-ups to keep work moving Highly detail-oriented with strong documentation and organizational discipline Preferred Qualifications Experience coordinating audits in SaaS or technology-driven organizations Background working with auditors, GRC teams, or security leadership Familiarity with audit tools, ticketing systems, or compliance platforms Experience supporting repeat SOC 2 audits or continuous compliance programs Ideal Candidate Profile Execution-first mindset - gets things done without waiting to be asked Calm under pressure and comfortable managing ambiguity Organized, structured, and proactive Confident communicating with engineers, leadership, and auditors Treats audits as a program to run, not a task to react to Why This Role Matters This role is critical to maintaining customer trust, meeting regulatory commitments, and protecting the organization's ability to scale. Success is measured by on-time audits, clean evidence reviews, and minimal disruption to internal teams.

Created: 2026-03-04