ACELA Consulting
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Compliance and network security, built in, not bolted on.

HIPAA, PCI, SOC 2, and CMMC readiness paired with the layered network defenses that make those audits straightforward to pass.

Cybersecurity analyst monitoring network activity across multiple screens

Compliance frameworks are easier to satisfy when the underlying environment is actually secure. We build both sides together, the technical controls that stop attacks and the documentation that proves they exist when an auditor asks. The result is a program that passes audits because it works, not one that works because it passed an audit.

Our compliance practice covers HIPAA, PCI DSS, SOC 2, CMMC, and the FTC Safeguards Rule. We perform gap assessments, write the policies and procedures, remediate the technical gaps, train the workforce, and collect the evidence that holds up under audit. For clients pursuing SOC 2 specifically, we coordinate directly with your auditor through the entire Type I and Type II cycle, so nothing gets lost in translation.

On the network side, we deploy and manage next-generation firewalls, segmented VLANs, secure remote access, EDR with 24/7 SOC response, MFA on every account, DNS filtering, email security, phishing simulations, and immutable backups. Layered defense, monitored around the clock, tuned quarterly to what we're actually seeing in the wild.

And when the worst does happen, whether it's a ransomware detonation, a credential compromise, or a lost laptop with PHI on it, our clients don't scramble for an incident response firm. It's already in scope. Playbooks are already written. The right people are already on the number.

Deliverables

What's included.

HIPAA Risk Analysis

Annual gap analysis, remediation, and audit-ready evidence package.

SOC 2 Readiness

Policy authoring, control implementation, and auditor coordination.

PCI DSS & CMMC

Scoping, remediation, and ongoing maintenance for card and defense workloads.

Managed EDR

Endpoint detection and response on every device, monitored 24/7.

MFA & Identity

MFA enforced everywhere, with conditional access and identity hardening.

Phishing & Training

Simulated phishing and annual security awareness training tracked per user.

How it works

What to expect when you engage us.

01

Framework mapping

We pick the frameworks that matter for your business and map your current state against each one.

02

Remediation plan

Ranked, priced, and time-boxed. You always know the shortest path from where you are to where you need to be.

03

Implement & document

Controls deployed, policies authored, evidence collection automated, and workforce trained.

04

Audit-ready and stay-ready

Quarterly reviews and continuous evidence keep you audit-ready year-round, not just the month before.

The bottom line

Real security. Real evidence. Real audit results.

If your last audit felt like a scramble or your last insurance renewal felt like a lie detector test, this is the fix. We build the program once and keep it running so it stays true.

Questions

Frequently asked.

Which compliance frameworks do you support?

HIPAA, PCI DSS, SOC 2 Type I and II, CMMC Level 1 and 2, the FTC Safeguards Rule, and the IRS WISP requirement. We've also helped clients prepare for ISO 27001 and state privacy regulations.

Do you provide the auditor too?

No, intentionally. We prepare you for audit and coordinate directly with your independent auditor, which keeps the audit credible. We can recommend reputable audit firms if you don't have one.

What does a typical SOC 2 readiness engagement look like?

A 3-to-6-month process: scoping, gap assessment, policy authoring, control implementation, evidence collection setup, and a Type I audit. Type II follows once you've operated controls for 3-12 months.

How is managed security different from managed IT?

Managed IT covers everyday support. Managed security adds 24/7 SOC monitoring, EDR response, vulnerability management, phishing simulations, and the documentation that compliance frameworks require.

Do you handle incident response if we get breached?

Yes. Managed clients get incident response included in scope. Non-managed clients can engage us under an emergency IR retainer.

What about cyber insurance attestations?

We help you complete carrier questionnaires accurately and remediate the controls that affect premium and eligibility, MFA, EDR, backup immutability, and training in particular.

Ready to move forward?

A 30-minute call is the fastest way to find out if we're a fit.