CSA STAR Accreditation

Build trust with CSA STAR audits and demonstrate best-in-class cloud security with CSA STAR Level Two accreditation.

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CSA STAR Helps You Earn Customer Trust

CSA STAR Level 2 sets the bar for excellence in cloud security. As a globally recognized certification, it goes beyond basic compliance to offer an independent, third-party assessment aligned with the Cloud Controls Matrix (CCM) and the Cloud Security Alliance’s Cloud Security Framework.

This accreditation signals to your customers, partners, and regulators that your organization is serious about protecting sensitive data in the cloud.

By achieving CSA STAR Level Two accreditation, your business can:

→ Build trust with enterprise buyers and security-focused clients
→ Showcase data privacy and cloud security leadership
→ Simplify compliance by aligning with ISO/IEC 27001 and other standards
→ Stand out in a competitive cloud services market

As a certified CSA STAR audit provider, we offer full-spectrum support from readiness assessments to final certification. Our integrated, cloud-native approach allows you to combine CSA STAR with other frameworks to streamline compliance and keep your risk management efforts efficient and cost-effective.

Ready to elevate trust in your cloud environment? Make CSA STAR part of your strategy for global, secure, and scalable data protection and growth.

Four Steps to a CSA STAR

CSA STAR

Jun 20

CSA STAR Readiness Assessment

Our readiness assessments map your cloud controls to the Cloud Controls Matrix (CCM), helping you identify and close gaps before the audit begins. Integrated seamlessly with leading compliance platforms, our approach helps you prepare with clarity and confidence.

Jun 20

Practical Support

We guide you through practical, right-sized improvements that align with your goals and culture. No disruption, just steady progress at your pace, backed by pragmatic expertise.

Jun 20

CSA STAR Type 1 Report

Our Type 1 audits are structured to add value from day one. Through phased assessments and iterative feedback, we help your team stay informed, aligned, and ready for what’s next. This report is your first step toward earning CSA STAR Level 2 certification while you’re building stakeholder trust.

Jun 20

CSA STAR Type 2 Report

Balancing structure and flexibility, our audits are designed to reflect how your cloud controls perform over time. The result is a trusted attestation demonstrating your commitment to cloud security and operational excellence.

The Benefits of Certification 

Customer Comfort and Trust

A detailed report addressing crucial due diligence questions.

Minimal Business Disruption

Agile and flexible audits that help minimize disruption while meeting client deadlines.

Multi-Standard Compliance

Combine CSA STAR with several other global standards to enhance compliance efficiently.

International Credibility

A globally recognized accreditation to build trust at scale.

Rigorous Standard

A challenging and comprehensive standard that earns a high level of trust.

Levels of Accreditation

CSA STAR has three levels of accreditation to recognize partial progress.

FAQs

What is CSA STAR?

What are the three levels of accreditation?

Why Pursue CSA STAR Accreditation?

Do I need to do Level One before Level Two?

Do I need to comply with all 197 control objectives of the CCM?

What are Type 1 and Type 2 reports?

Does CSA STAR replace the need for SOC 2 or ISO/IEC 27001?

Can we reduce the audit work by using a compliance platform?

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