Archer Education, a leader in strategic growth for online higher education, is proud to announce it has successfully completed its most recent SOC 2 Type II audit. This significant milestone reflects Archer’s rigorous commitment to data security, operational integrity, and partner trust.
SOC 2 is a widely recognized auditing standard created by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) that rigorously evaluates how service organizations protect and manage customer data through a comprehensive assessment of internal controls.
Why This Matters
As institutions entrust Archer with sensitive student, system, and performance data, the SOC 2 Type II audit provides a third-party validation that Archer has implemented and consistently follows robust internal controls that safeguard that information.
“SOC 2 is a reflection of how seriously we take our role as a partner,” said Brian Hartnack, CEO of Archer Education. “This reinforces our ongoing investment in secure, transparent, and scalable operations that enable our partners to grow online with confidence.”
What It Covers
Archer’s SOC 2 Type II audit covered the prior twelve months, assessing both the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls that demonstrate our commitment to SOC 2’s Trust Service Criteria for Security and Confidentiality. Key covered areas included:
- Secure data storage and access protocols
- Role-based permissions and change management
- System monitoring and incident response
- Vendor management and privacy practices
- Business continuity
What It Means for Partners
For current and prospective partners, Archer’s SOC 2 Type II audit ensures that the systems supporting student journeys, spanning marketing to admissions to engagement, are backed by secure, auditable infrastructure. This milestone is important for institutions navigating compliance standards such as FERPA, GDPR, and state-level privacy laws, where vendor security is a shared responsibility.
About Archer Education
Archer Education partners with colleges and universities to build and grow online learning operations. With a focus on marketing, enrollment, and student success, Archer helps institutions move from good to better to best by building internal capacity, leveraging data-driven strategies, and delivering flexible, transparent solutions that scale.
