SOC 2 Accreditation for Viatel’s Enhanced Cloud Security Standards
Viatel Technology Group has successfully completed its SOC 2 Type I examination, independently validating the design of key controls supporting the security and availability of its Public and Private Cloud services.
The assessment was conducted by A‑LIGN, a leading cybersecurity compliance firm trusted by thousands of organisations worldwide. The successful outcome provides customers with assurance that Viatel’s control environment is designed in line with recognised industry standards.
“Our SOC 2 Type I report reinforces the strength of the governance and security controls supporting our cloud services. It reflects our ongoing focus on protecting customer environments and delivering resilient, secure services.”
– Michael McGahon, Head of Strategic Change & Governance, Viatel Technology Group
What is SOC 2?
SOC 2 is a globally recognised auditing standard developed by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA). It evaluates how organisations manage, secure, and protect systems and data using defined trust criteria, including security and availability.
What does SOC 2 Type I mean?
SOC 2 Type I assesses the design of controls at a specific point in time, confirming that appropriate safeguards and governance processes are documented and in place.
Why does SOC 2 matter to customers?
SOC 2 provides independent assurance that an organisation has implemented formal controls to protect systems, manage risk, and operate securely in line with industry best practice.
Who conducted Viatel’s SOC 2 examination?
The audit was conducted by A‑LIGN, a global leader in cybersecurity compliance and the largest issuer of SOC 2 reports worldwide.
What does this mean for Viatel customers?
Customers can be confident that Viatel maintains robust security and governance controls aligned with internationally recognised standards.
About the Author
Michael McGahon is Head of Strategic Change and Governance at Viatel Technology Group. With over 20 years’ experience in security, governance, and transformation, Michael oversees Viatel’s compliance and risk management programmes, including the organisation’s ongoing ISO 27001 and PCI DSS compliance, ensuring strong security foundations across all services.
