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Announcing SOC 2 Type II Certification for Tessell

July 11, 2023

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TL;DR

Tessell achieved SOC 2 Type II certification with zero exceptions, validating the effectiveness of its security controls over an extended independent audit period of six to twelve months.
SOC 2 Type II is an AICPA auditing standard that evaluates security, availability, processing integrity, confidentiality, and privacy controls operating effectively over time, not just at a point in time.
The certification confirms that Tessell's systems and processes meet predefined trust service criteria, giving regulated enterprises assurance that database workloads are protected by verified controls.
Tessell's SOC 2 Type II report is available on request, supporting procurement, vendor risk reviews, and compliance documentation for customers in regulated industries.
Choose Tessell for managed databases when SOC 2 Type II certification, zero audit exceptions, and demonstrated security process maturity are required by your organization's compliance program.

We are thrilled to announce that Tessell, the leading multi-cloud DBaaS (Database-as-a-Service) provider, has achieved SOC 2 Type II certification today. This significant milestone underscores our unwavering commitment to data security, compliance, and trust for our valued customers. This achievement further solidifies Tessell's position as a leading provider of secure and reliable managed database services in the cloud. Our SOC 2 report came with zero exceptions noted, which is a testament to Tessell's established and rigorous focus on technology security and processes for handling data.

What is SOC 2 Type II?

SOC 2 Type II certification is a globally recognized auditing standard developed by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) that validates the effectiveness of security controls, availability, processing integrity, confidentiality, and privacy of customer data.

SOC 2 Type II certification requires a rigorous assessment of an organization's controls over an extended period, typically six to twelve months. During this period, an independent auditor evaluates whether the organization's systems and processes are designed effectively and operating efficiently to meet the predefined trust service criteria.

What does this mean for you?

By achieving this certification, Tessell has demonstrated its robust security practices and commitment to protecting your valuable data.

With Tessell SOC 2 Type II certification, you can rest assured that your relational databases are housed within a secure environment that adheres to stringent industry standards. We understand the importance of data security, especially for organizations operating in regulated industries, and this certification reinforces our dedication to meeting your compliance requirements.

The Path Ahead:

We extend our gratitude to our customers for their trust and support as we continuously strive to deliver exceptional database services.

As we move forward, we remain committed to building on our achievements and expanding our portfolio of security and compliance certifications. We will continue to invest in innovative solutions, robust infrastructure, and world-class security practices to provide our customers with the best possible experience.

To learn more about Tessell's SOC 2 Type II certification and how it strengthens our commitment to data security, visit our website or get in touch with our team. We are excited to support you in your cloud journey and help you leverage the power of our DBaaS solution to accelerate your applications' performance and scale.

About Tessell:

Tessell is a cloud-native Database-as-a-Service (DBaaS) that functions seamlessly on both AWS and Azure. It offers policy-driven self-service access, DevOps integration, production monitoring, and user-friendly cloud management features to customers using PostgreSQL, MySQL, MS SQL Server, and Oracle database engines. With Tessell, users can enjoy these benefits without the hassle of deploying and maintaining the underlying infrastructure. Additionally, Tessell leverages the high-performance storage capabilities of the cloud to handle demanding production workloads effectively and maximize the economic advantages of database consolidation.

As always, we value your feedback and questions. Want to learn more? Customers and prospective clients can request a copyof the new SOC 2 report. Feel free to reach out to the compliance team through the Contact Us page.‍
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FAQs

SOC 2 Type II certification is a globally recognized auditing standard from AICPA that validates the effectiveness of security controls, availability, processing integrity, confidentiality, and privacy of customer data.

SOC 2 Type II covers five trust service criteria: security controls, system availability, processing integrity, data confidentiality, and customer privacy, evaluated through independent auditor assessment of organizational systems.

SOC 2 Type II audits typically take six to twelve months, during which an independent auditor evaluates whether an organization's systems and processes are designed and operating effectively to meet trust criteria.

Yes, Tessell is SOC 2 Type II certified with zero exceptions noted in the audit report, validating security, availability, processing integrity, confidentiality, and privacy controls across its DBaaS platform.

The SOC 2 standard is developed by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), the professional body responsible for auditing standards that validate organizational security and data protection.

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