by Paul Friend | Jan 21, 2026 | Blog, SOC 2
SOC 2 audit failures, sometimes referred to as SOC2 audit issues, usually occur when controls are not implemented or evidenced consistently throughout the audit period. SOC 2 audit failures are rarely caused by a lack of effort. Instead, they usually occur because...
by CyberPulse Team | Jan 13, 2026 | Blog
Summary Cybersecurity audits are no longer optional for Australian organisations. Boards, regulators, insurers, and customers now expect audits that validate not only documented controls, but also real control effectiveness across people, processes, and technology. At...
by Paul Friend | Nov 23, 2025 | Blog, SOC 2
This article explains SOC 2 Audit cost components, the difference between Type 1 and Type 2, and how to create a budget that your board and sales teams can trust. Australian organisations are increasingly expected to demonstrate strong security governance,...
by Paul Friend | Oct 20, 2025 | Blog, Penetration Testing
Penetration testing plays a critical role in helping organisations prove compliance with cybersecurity frameworks rather than simply claim alignment. While policies, standards, and documented controls establish intent, penetration testing provides technical evidence...
by Paul Friend | Oct 2, 2025 | Blog
Cyber security compliance in Australia is no longer optional. Organisations across all sectors are subject to a patchwork of obligations, ranging from the Essential Eight and ISM, through to ISO/IEC 27001:2022, APRA CPS 234, the SOCI Act, and the Privacy Act...
