Compliance as a Service (CaaS)

Compliance as a Service (CaaS) is ongoing, managed support for achieving and maintaining regulatory and security compliance across frameworks like SOC 2, HIPAA, PCI-DSS, CMMC, and others. APT Security Management, based in North Charleston, SC, delivers CaaS to businesses across the United States using a prepaid token-based model, so you pay for the work you need without signing a long-term contract. Whether you're preparing for your first audit or maintaining an existing certification, APT's team works with you directly to close gaps, build documentation, and keep you audit-ready year-round.

Who Needs Compliance as a Service

If your business stores, processes, or transmits sensitive data, you likely have compliance obligations whether or not you've formalized them yet. The rules vary by industry and customer type, but the cost of falling behind is real, ranging from failed audits to lost contracts.

SaaS and technology companies pursuing SOC 2 Type I or Type II certification often need a structured roadmap, not just a checklist. CaaS gives your team a knowledgeable partner who can map your current controls to what auditors actually look for.

Healthcare organizations and their vendors operating under HIPAA need documented policies, risk assessments, and ongoing training programs. APT helps you build and maintain the full administrative and technical safeguard structure the rule requires.

Federal contractors and subcontractors working toward Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) face specific, tiered requirements tied to the sensitivity of the defense information they handle. APT's team can assess where you stand and guide you through the process.

Financial services firms and e-commerce businesses handling cardholder data need to meet PCI-DSS requirements. CaaS covers scoping, gap analysis, control implementation, and preparation for your Qualified Security Assessor (QSA) review.

What You Get

All Compliance as a Service engagements are priced in tokens. Contact us for a token quote based on your framework, environment size, and readiness level.

A compliance gap assessment that maps your current environment to the specific controls required by your target framework (SOC 2, HIPAA, PCI-DSS, NIST CSF, ISO 27001, CMMC, or GDPR)

A prioritized remediation roadmap with clear ownership, timelines, and control descriptions written for both technical and non-technical staff

Policy and procedure documentation written to meet auditor expectations, not just internal needs

Evidence collection support to gather the artifacts auditors need, so your team isn't scrambling before an assessment

Risk assessment documentation that satisfies the formal requirements of frameworks like HIPAA and SOC 2

Ongoing compliance monitoring between audits, including scheduled reviews to catch control drift before it becomes a finding

Coordination with your auditor or QSA, including guidance on how to answer common auditor questions accurately

Compliance status reports delivered through your chosen engagement tier (ravenWing, ravenGuard, or ravenSentinel)

How It Works

Step 1: Discovery call (free, 30 minutes)

We learn about your business, the frameworks you need to comply with, your current security posture, and any upcoming audit deadlines.

Step 2: Gap Assessment

APT reviews your existing policies, controls, and technical configurations against the requirements of your target framework and delivers a written gap report.

Step 3: Token Estimate and Statement of Work

Based on the gap assessment, APT sends a clear token estimate for the remediation and documentation work ahead.

Step 4: Remediation and Documentation

APT works with your team to close identified gaps, write or update policies, and build the evidence library your auditors will need.

Step 5: Audit Preparation

APT prepares you for the assessment, including a readiness walkthrough and guidance on the questions and requests you're likely to receive.

Step 6: Ongoing Monitoring

After your audit or certification, APT continues periodic compliance reviews to keep your controls current as your business and the frameworks evolve.

Why APT

APT's compliance team holds certifications including CISSP and CEH, and works with clients across healthcare, technology, financial services, and federal contracting. We've helped companies work through their first SOC 2 audit, satisfy HIPAA requirements before a major enterprise deal, and prepare for CMMC assessments tied to DoD contracts.

APT uses a prepaid token model instead of a subscription or retainer. You buy tokens in the amount you need, spend them on compliance work, and aren't locked into a fixed monthly commitment. Tokens are valid for 12 months from purchase and can be applied across any APT service, so if you also need a penetration test or vulnerability management, the same tokens cover it.

Our advice is vendor-neutral. APT doesn't earn commissions on the tools or platforms we recommend. When we suggest a control or technology, it's because it fits your requirements, not because it improves our margin.

You also get to choose how you work with us. Our three engagement tiers let you pick the communication and reporting model that fits your team, from email-based updates to a fully integrated client portal with executive dashboards.

Choose Your Engagement Model

Every CaaS engagement is delivered through one of our three engagement models

ravenWing

Email-based updates and scheduled compliance reports. Ideal for small businesses managing compliance for the first time.

ravenGuard

Secure client portal access with role-specific reporting for technical leads and executives, plus scheduled status meetings. Ideal for growing companies with active audit timelines.

ravenSentinel

Custom dashboard integrations, collaborative strategy sessions, and direct coordination with your IT and legal teams. Ideal for enterprises with complex, multi-framework compliance requirements.

Not sure which fits? Talk to a strategist.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Compliance as a Service and how does it work?

Compliance as a Service (CaaS) is ongoing, managed support for meeting the requirements of security and regulatory frameworks like SOC 2, HIPAA, PCI-DSS, CMMC, and ISO 27001. APT works with your team to assess where you stand, close gaps in your controls and documentation, prepare you for audits, and maintain your compliance posture over time. It's structured support, not a one-time report.

How is Compliance as a Service priced? What does it cost in tokens?

CaaS engagements are priced in APT's prepaid token system. The cost depends on your target framework, the size of your environment, and how close you already are to compliance. APT provides a clear token estimate after the initial gap assessment. There are no hidden fees and no commission-based upsells. Contact us to request a token quote.

How long does a compliance engagement take?

Timeline varies by framework and your current readiness level. A SOC 2 Type I readiness assessment and remediation typically takes two to four months. A full HIPAA compliance program build can take a similar timeframe. CMMC timelines depend on which level you're pursuing. APT will give you a realistic timeline estimate after the discovery call.

What is the difference between Compliance as a Service and a one-time audit readiness assessment?

A one-time audit readiness assessment tells you where your gaps are. Compliance as a Service includes that assessment, but also covers the remediation work, documentation creation, evidence collection, and ongoing monitoring that follows. CaaS is continuous compliance management, not a point-in-time snapshot.

What do I receive at the end of the engagement?

You receive a complete documentation library tailored to your framework, including policies, procedures, risk assessments, and an evidence package organized for your auditor. You'll also get a compliance status summary and a list of any remaining observations to address in future review cycles.

Do you offer ongoing support after the initial audit?

Yes. Many clients continue with APT after their initial audit or certification to maintain compliance year-round. This includes periodic control reviews, policy updates as frameworks change, and preparation for annual re-assessments or surveillance audits.

What types of businesses does APT work with for compliance?

APT works with businesses of all sizes, including SaaS startups pursuing SOC 2, healthcare organizations and their vendors under HIPAA, federal contractors working toward CMMC, financial services companies with PCI-DSS obligations, and any business handling EU customer data under GDPR. If you have a compliance deadline or an upcoming audit, APT can help.

Ready to Get Started?

Book a free 30-minute consultation. We'll review your environment, identify your compliance obligations, and give you a clear token estimate with no obligation.