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BNO CPA + Drata: Your Nationwide Experts in SOC 2, PCI DSS & ISO 27001 Compliance

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  • May 23
  • 4 min read

In today’s highly regulated and security-conscious business landscape, achieving certifications like SOC 2, PCI DSS, and ISO 27001 is not optional—it’s a competitive necessity. But getting compliant with these frameworks can be resource-intensive, complex, and overwhelming, especially for companies with limited internal compliance expertise.

BNO CPA + Drata: Your Nationwide Experts in SOC 2, PCI DSS & ISO 27001 Compliance

That’s where BNO CPA stands out.


With deep industry experience, a reputation for precision, and a collaborative, client-first approach, BNO CPA has become a trusted advisor to companies seeking end-to-end compliance support.

By leveraging automation platforms like Drata, BNO CPA has transformed what was once a fragmented and manual process into an efficient, scalable, and audit-ready compliance engine.

Who Is BNO CPA?

BNO CPA is a professional services firm that specializes in information security audits and compliance. With expertise spanning data privacy, cybersecurity frameworks, financial reporting, and IT assurance, the BNO CPA team provides tailored guidance to businesses in every industry—from tech startups and SaaS providers to fintech companies and e-commerce platforms.


Their core focus? Helping organizations achieve and maintain security certifications such as:


  • SOC 2 Type I and II

  • PCI DSS

  • ISO/IEC 27001


BNO CPA understands that modern compliance is about more than checking boxes—it’s about building systems and processes that inspire trust, ensure resilience, and scale with growth.


How Drata Fits In

Drata is a leading compliance automation platform built to streamline and monitor controls across multiple security frameworks. Designed to integrate with a company’s tech stack—cloud infrastructure, code repositories, HR systems, ticketing tools—Drata enables continuous control monitoring and evidence collection.

When paired with the strategic insight and audit expertise of BNO CPA, Drata becomes more than just a tool—it becomes a force multiplier.


Here’s how BNO CPA uses Drata to bring value to its clients:


1. Accelerated SOC 2 Readiness

SOC 2 audits assess the design and operating effectiveness of controls relevant to security, availability, processing integrity, confidentiality, and privacy. Preparing for this audit can take months of manual policy creation, control testing, and documentation.


BNO CPA helps clients get SOC 2-ready by:


  • Implementing Drata’s prebuilt control framework mapped to the AICPA Trust Services Criteria

  • Integrating key systems for real-time control monitoring (e.g., AWS, Azure, GitHub, Okta, Jira)

  • Automating evidence collection and validation

  • Reviewing and refining documentation and policies

  • Conducting pre-assessments and readiness evaluations


Once clients are ready, BNO CPA seamlessly transitions into the independent audit role, eliminating handoff delays and ensuring full alignment between preparation and final assessment.


2. PCI DSS Compliance Simplified

If your company processes, stores, or transmits credit card data, PCI DSS compliance is a must. Yet many companies struggle to interpret PCI’s 12 high-level requirements, particularly with cloud-based infrastructure.

With Drata’s integrations and dashboards, BNO CPA simplifies PCI compliance by:
  • Mapping technical controls to PCI requirements

  • Monitoring cloud configurations and access control settings

  • Helping clients complete Self-Assessment Questionnaires (SAQs)

  • Guiding merchants and service providers through Attestation of Compliance (AOC) requirements

  • Preparing for or conducting Qualified Security Assessor (QSA) audits


The combination of Drata’s automated evidence collection and BNO CPA’s PCI expertise means clients spend less time chasing paperwork and more time securing their systems.


3. ISO 27001 Implementation and Audit Support

ISO 27001 provides a globally recognized framework for managing information security through the implementation of an Information Security Management System (ISMS).


Unlike one-time audits, ISO 27001 certification requires a full system of ongoing policies, controls, risk assessments, and management reviews.

BNO CPA helps clients build ISO 27001 programs that are not only compliant—but operational and sustainable.

With Drata, BNO CPA assists clients in:


  • Establishing their ISMS structure and scope

  • Completing a gap analysis against ISO 27001 clauses and Annex A controls

  • Automating evidence collection for controls like encryption, asset management, and access reviews

  • Performing internal audits and management reviews

  • Coordinating with certification bodies for Stage 1 and Stage 2 audits


Because Drata supports both ISO 27001 and SOC 2 in the same platform, BNO CPA can help clients pursue dual certification strategies more efficiently.


Why Clients Choose BNO CPA and Drata

Companies across the country partner with BNO CPA because of the strategic blend of automation, audit readiness, and deep compliance expertise. Here’s what sets them apart:


  • End-to-End Guidance: From initial scoping and risk assessments to final certification audits, BNO CPA supports the entire compliance lifecycle.


  • Audit-Quality Assurance: As licensed CPAs and audit professionals, BNO CPA delivers audit reports that stand up to scrutiny from customers, partners, and regulators.


  • Faster Time to Certification: Thanks to Drata’s integrations and BNO’s hands-on support, clients significantly reduce the time required to reach audit readiness.


  • Cost Efficiency: Automating controls through Drata and reducing rework in audit preparation means a better ROI for compliance spend.


  • Multi-Framework Mastery: Whether you're targeting SOC 2, PCI DSS, ISO 27001—or all three—BNO CPA knows how to tailor a unified strategy to your business goals.

BNO CPA works with clients in a wide range of industries, including:
  • SaaS and Cloud Technology

  • Fintech and Payments

  • Healthcare and Health Tech

  • eCommerce and Retail

  • Professional Services

  • Education Technology


Whether you're a startup looking for your first SOC 2 report or an established enterprise aiming to mature your compliance program, BNO CPA provides the guidance, tools, and audit readiness you need.


Getting Started with BNO CPA + Drata

Ready to begin your journey to SOC 2, PCI DSS, or ISO 27001 certification?

Here’s how the engagement typically works:


  1. Discovery & Scoping

    • BNO CPA helps define your compliance objectives and determine the right frameworks for your business.

  2. Drata Platform Setup

    • Connect your systems, pull in integrations, and configure your control environment with BNO’s guidance.

  3. Gap Analysis & Roadmap

    • Identify gaps, assign remediation actions, and build a timeline to audit readiness.

  4. Implementation Support

    • Roll out security policies, perform risk assessments, and ensure employee awareness.

  5. Audit Readiness Review

    • Conduct a mock audit or internal assessment to confirm everything is in place.

  6. Formal Audit (if applicable)

    • As licensed CPAs and ISMS auditors, BNO CPA can conduct the required assessments or coordinate with certification bodies.

  7. Ongoing Monitoring & Maintenance

    • Post-certification, BNO helps you stay compliant and continually improve your posture.


Final Thoughts

Achieving SOC 2, PCI DSS, or ISO 27001 certification no longer has to be a grueling, manual, or costly process. With the right partnership—BNO CPA’s audit expertise combined with Drata’s intelligent automation—your business can build a scalable compliance program that keeps up with growth, secures data, and earns customer trust.


If you’re ready to modernize your approach to compliance and turn certification into a competitive advantage, BNO CPA is ready to help.


Contact BNO CPA today to schedule a consultation and take the first step toward smarter, faster, and more effective compliance.

 
 

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