ComplianceFrameworks
Compliance is not about checking boxes. It is about implementing real security controls, documenting them properly, and maintaining them continuously so you pass audits with evidence, not excuses.
AIQSO Compliance Framework services help organizations implement and maintain NIST CSF, CIS Controls, SOC 2, HIPAA, and PCI DSS with gap analysis, control implementation, policy documentation, and continuous monitoring for audit readiness.
Key Takeaways
- •Gap analysis identifies exactly which controls you have, which you lack, and what it takes to close each gap
- •Cross-framework mapping implements shared controls once and maps them to NIST, SOC 2, HIPAA, and PCI DSS simultaneously
- •Wazuh SIEM provides continuous compliance monitoring with automated evidence collection and reporting
- •Policy documentation, employee training records, and access review logs are maintained for audit readiness year-round
- •Pre-audit assessments simulate the real audit process so there are no surprises when the assessor arrives
Frameworks We Implement
Each framework addresses different regulatory requirements and industry standards. Many organizations need more than one. We identify which apply to your business and implement them as efficiently as possible by leveraging control overlap.
NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF)
The most widely adopted voluntary framework organized into five functions: Identify, Protect, Detect, Respond, and Recover. NIST CSF provides a common language for cybersecurity risk management and maps to most other frameworks. We use it as the foundation for organizations that need multiple compliance certifications.
Typical audience: Any organization seeking structured cybersecurity risk management
SOC 2 (Type I & Type II)
Trust Service Criteria covering security, availability, processing integrity, confidentiality, and privacy. SOC 2 Type I verifies controls at a point in time. Type II verifies controls operating effectively over a period, typically 6-12 months. We implement controls, document policies, and collect evidence throughout the observation period.
Typical audience: SaaS companies, service providers, and technology firms
HIPAA
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act requirements for protecting electronic protected health information (ePHI). Covers administrative safeguards, physical safeguards, and technical safeguards. We implement access controls, encryption, audit logging, and business associate agreements.
Typical audience: Healthcare providers, health tech companies, and their business associates
PCI DSS
Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard for organizations that store, process, or transmit credit card data. Twelve requirement categories covering network security, access control, monitoring, and testing. We implement network segmentation, encryption, and logging controls to reduce your PCI scope and simplify compliance.
Typical audience: Any organization processing credit card payments
CIS Controls
Prioritized set of cybersecurity best practices organized into Implementation Groups (IG1, IG2, IG3). CIS Controls provide specific, actionable recommendations that map directly to technical implementations. IG1 covers essential cyber hygiene. We typically start here for organizations building their first formal security program.
Typical audience: Organizations building foundational security practices
CMMC
Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification required for Department of Defense contractors. Three levels of increasing maturity built on NIST 800-171 controls. We provide gap analysis, remediation, System Security Plan (SSP) development, and Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) tracking.
Typical audience: Defense contractors and their supply chain
The Compliance Process
Compliance is a continuous cycle, not a one-time project. We follow a structured approach that gets you audit-ready and keeps you there.
Gap Analysis
We assess your current security controls against the target framework requirements. Each control is rated as implemented, partially implemented, or not implemented. The output is a prioritized remediation plan with effort estimates and timelines for each gap.
Control Implementation
We deploy the technical controls: firewalls, encryption, access controls, logging, and monitoring. We also create the administrative controls: security policies, acceptable use policies, incident response plans, and business continuity procedures.
Documentation & Evidence
Every control needs documentation that proves it exists and operates effectively. We create policy documents, procedure guides, system configuration records, and automated evidence collection through Wazuh and audit logging. Evidence is organized for auditor review.
Continuous Monitoring
Wazuh SIEM monitors compliance posture continuously. Automated checks verify that controls remain active. Quarterly access reviews, annual policy updates, and regular vulnerability scans maintain compliance between audit cycles. Pre-audit assessments catch drift before the auditor does.
Cross-Framework Control Mapping
Most frameworks share 60-80% of their controls. We implement shared controls once and map them to all applicable frameworks, saving significant time and cost compared to addressing each framework in isolation.
Example: Access Control
A single access control implementation satisfies requirements across multiple frameworks simultaneously:
PR.AC-1: Identities and credentials are managed
CC6.1: Logical and physical access controls
164.312(d): Person or entity authentication
Req 7: Restrict access to need-to-know basis
Control 6: Access control management
AC.L2-3.1.1: Limit system access to authorized users
Related Services
Cybersecurity & Compliance
Full overview of cybersecurity services including monitoring, infrastructure, and compliance.
Security Infrastructure
The technical controls that compliance frameworks require: firewalls, VPNs, and endpoint protection.
CMMC Compliance
Dedicated CMMC compliance service for defense contractors and their supply chain.
Is This Right for You?
✓ When to Use This Service
- Ifa customer, partner, or regulator requires a specific compliance certification — we implement the required controls and prepare you for the audit
- Ifyou want to win enterprise contracts that require SOC 2 or similar attestation — compliance certifications open doors to larger customers and higher-value deals
- Ifyou handle sensitive data and want a structured approach to security — frameworks provide a roadmap for building comprehensive security programs
- Ifyou need multiple certifications and want to minimize redundant effort — cross-framework mapping implements shared controls once for all frameworks
✗ When This May Not Be the Right Fit
- Ifyou are a small team with no regulatory requirements and no enterprise customers — start with CIS Controls IG1 for basic cyber hygiene instead of a full compliance program
- Ifyou need compliance certification in 30 days — meaningful compliance takes months of control implementation and evidence collection; shortcuts lead to audit failures
- Ifyou want a rubber stamp without actually improving security — we implement real controls, not paper compliance; auditors will verify effectiveness