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What is NOT a responsibility of the auditor in planning all SOC engagements?
What is NOT a responsibility of the auditor in planning all SOC engagements?
Which of the following is an additional responsibility of the auditor when planning a SOC1 engagement?
Which of the following is an additional responsibility of the auditor when planning a SOC1 engagement?
Why is independence important in SOC engagements?
Why is independence important in SOC engagements?
In assessing materiality for SOC 2 engagements, the auditor should NOT focus on which of the following?
In assessing materiality for SOC 2 engagements, the auditor should NOT focus on which of the following?
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What constitutes a deficiency in operating effectiveness in a SOC engagement?
What constitutes a deficiency in operating effectiveness in a SOC engagement?
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Which of the following components of the SOC system includes both internal and subcontracted staff?
Which of the following components of the SOC system includes both internal and subcontracted staff?
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In the context of SOC engagements, what is primarily focused on during risk assessments?
In the context of SOC engagements, what is primarily focused on during risk assessments?
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What is a service commitment in the context of SOC engagements?
What is a service commitment in the context of SOC engagements?
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Study Notes
Auditor Responsibilities in Planning SOC Engagements
- Determining acceptance and continuance of the engagement is crucial.
- Agreement on engagement terms is essential.
- Mutual understanding with management on written assertions is required.
Additional Auditor Responsibilities in Planning SOC1 Engagements
- Assessing risk of material misstatement (RMM) is a key part of planning.
- Understanding the service organization's system is necessary.
Additional Auditor Responsibilities in Planning SOC2 & SOC3 Engagements
- Establishing a comprehensive engagement strategy is critical.
- Performing risk assessment procedures to determine procedures needed.
Independence in SOC Engagements
- Independence from the service organization is mandatory.
- The service auditor does not need to be independent from each user entity.
Materiality for SOC 1
- Quantitative: Tolerable and observed deviation rates.
- Qualitative: Nature and cause of deviations, omissions, or distortions of information.
Materiality for SOC 2
- Considering the likelihood and impact of risks.
- Employing professional judgment.
- Considering the diverse needs of report users.
Misstatements in SOC Engagements
- Description Misstatement: Errors or omissions in a system description.
- Deviation/Exception: Control failure in a specific instance.
- Deficiency in Design: Missing or improperly designed control.
- Deficiency in Operating Effectiveness: A properly designed control not operating correctly.
Understanding the SOC System
- Includes infrastructure, software, internal and subcontractor personnel, data, and procedures. Clients are excluded.
Service Commitment
- A declaration to user entities about the system used to provide a service.
- May address compliance with laws/regulations.
System Requirements
- Specifications defining how the system functions to fulfill service commitments.
- Examples include routine maintenance.
Risk Assessment in SOC Engagements
- Risk assessment primarily focuses on inherent risk.
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Description
This quiz covers the key responsibilities of auditors when planning SOC engagements, including ensuring independence, assessing risks, and establishing engagement terms. It also highlights the importance of understanding the service organization’s system and determining materiality. Test your knowledge of SOC 1, SOC 2, and SOC 3 engagements with this focused quiz.
