Cybersecurity—a word we hear all the time, but do you really know what it means?
The Tea on Cybersecurity breaks it down without the confusing jargon. We spill the truth about security and compliance in a way that is easy to understand and actually useful.
Perfect for SaaS startups and small to medium sized businesses starting their journey in cybersecurity and compliance. We've learned to keep it short -15-30 minutes per episode - so you get the facts and none of the fluff.
Cybersecurity—a word we hear all the time, but do you really know what it means?
The Tea on Cybersecurity breaks it down without the confusing jargon. We spill the truth about security and compliance in a way that is easy to understand and actually useful.
Perfect for SaaS startups and small to medium sized businesses starting their journey in cybersecurity and compliance. We've learned to keep it short -15-30 minutes per episode - so you get the facts and none of the fluff.

Some companies boast about earning their SOC 2 certification in just two months. While technically possible, that speed usually comes with stress, shortcuts, and costly tradeoffs.
In this episode, Marie Joseph, Manager of Compliance Advisory at Trava, explains why true SOC 2 compliance takes more than 60 days. She breaks down the difference between Type 1 and Type 2 reports, outlines what a realistic timeline looks like, and highlights the team effort required to build a sustainable program.
Whether you're starting from zero or in the process of certification, this is your SOC 2 reality check.
Want to know what it really takes to get SOC 2 certified? Check out our blog, How To Prove SOC 2 Compliance, to see what goes into building a strong program and preparing for a successful audit. Read: https://travasecurity.com/proving-SOC2
Key takeaways:
Episode highlights:
(00:00) SOC 2 in two months: Myth or reality?
(03:26) The SOC 2 certification process
(06:29) Understanding SOC 2 Type 1 vs. Type 2
(10:37) Factors affecting SOC 2 certification speed
(11:58) Do you need SOC 2 for VC funding?
Connect with the host:
Jara Rowe’s LinkedIn - @jararowe
Connect with the guest:
Marie Joseph’s LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/marie-joseph-a81394143/
Connect with Trava:
Website - www.travasecurity.com
Blog - www.travasecurity.com/learn-with-trava/blog
LinkedIn - @travasecurity
YouTube - @travasecurity