SOCI Act Audit & Assurance Services
Comprehensive SOCI compliance assurance — built for boards, regulators and operational resilience.
Helping responsible entities demonstrate SOCI Act compliance with confidence — through evidence-based audits, practical remediation and board-ready reporting.
From compliance on paper to compliance in practice
Australia’s Security of Critical Infrastructure (SOCI) regime requires more than documented risk programs. Responsible entities must demonstrate that their Critical Infrastructure Risk Management Program (CIRMP) is implemented, effective and supported by evidence.
Resilient Services provides independent SOCI Act audit and assurance services to help organisations validate compliance, identify gaps and confidently support governance and regulatory expectations.
Why SOCI Act Assurance Matters for Your Organisation
The Security of Critical Infrastructure Act 2018 (SOCI Act) is Australia’s legal framework to strengthen the security and resilience of essential services by requiring responsible entities to:
Identify, assess and treat material risks to their critical assets.
Maintain and comply with a Critical Infrastructure Risk Management Program (CIRMP) aligned to all-hazard risk (cyber, personnel, physical/natural and supply chain).
Report annually to the Department of Home Affairs and provide board-approved assurance that programs work, not just exist.
This moves organisations from “we have a plan” to “we can prove it works in practice” — a key shift emphasised in modern SOCI compliance thinking.
Resilient Services’ SOCI Act Audit & Assurance approach helps you demonstrate that your risk program is practical, testable, and defensible — not just documented compliance.
Our SOCI Risk Management Consultants & Advisors
Resilient Services is recognised for its practical, risk-based approach to SOCI Act compliance and critical infrastructure risk management. We work closely with responsible entities to understand the real commercial, operational and regulatory risks they face under the SOCI regime.
With this insight, we deliver tailored, evidence-driven solutions that move beyond theoretical compliance. Our advice is designed to be implemented in practice — helping organisations strengthen their CIRMP, governance, and resilience while meeting SOCI obligations with confidence.
What We Audit
Our audits assess both compliance alignment and operational effectiveness.
Regulatory Alignment
All-Hazard Risk Coverage
Evidence & Control Effectiveness
Governance & Oversight
Our SOCI Act Audit Process
1. Scoping & Obligations Mapping
Your obligations under current SOCI legislation and rules are clarified up front, with a tailored audit scope based on your asset class and operational context.
2. Evidence & Control Assessment
We review your CIRMP and associated evidence, and validate control operation against best-practice risk frameworks and actual performance.
3. Findings & Risk Prioritisation
Our audit findings are not just compliance checklists — they’re risk-rated and prioritised so you know what matters most and what to fix first.
4. Remediation Roadmap
We deliver a practical roadmap with timelines, responsible owners, and clear deliverables to uplift gaps before they become issues.
5. Governance & Reporting Support
Board summaries, executive dashboards, and annual report drafting support — making sure your program’s story is clear, defensible and complete.
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Why Work with Resilient Services?
- Cross-jurisdictional expertise: We understand both the Victorian and Commonwealth legislative requirements.
- End-to-end support: From compliance audits to plan development and incident response integration.
- Tailored solutions: No one-size-fits-all approach—our strategies are specific to your infrastructure, sector, and risk profile.
- Trusted by industry: We’ve worked with a wide range of critical infrastructure providers, including utilities, transport, data centres, and health providers.
Ready to Strengthen Your Critical Infrastructure?
If your organisation is listed as Vital Critical Infrastructure in Victoria, there’s a strong chance you’re also subject to the SOCI Act. Whether you’re at the start of your compliance journey or refining your existing strategies, Resilient Services can help you stay ahead of your obligations—and prepared for disruption.
Contact us today to book a consultation or to learn more about our critical infrastructure support services.
Need clarity on your SOCI obligations?
If you’d like to understand how SOCI Act audit and assurance applies to your organisation, or need support validating your CIRMP and governance arrangements, we’re here to help.
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What our clients are saying
“What stood out about Resilient was their practical approach. Meeting the team impressed me with their focus on practical solutions rather than theoretical consultant-driven approaches.”
Geelong Port.
General Manager for Health, Safety, Environment, & Quality
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Your Security of Critical Infrastructure (SOCI) Compliance questions answered
Common questions
What industries does Resilient Services specialise in serving?
Resilient Services specialises in serving a variety of industries, including:
- Critical Infrastructure
- Energy and Power
- Government and Regulators
- Industrial and
- Manufacturing
- Maritime
- Mining
- Office/Corporate
- Oil, Gas and Petroleum
- Water
What is a SOCI Act audit?
A SOCI Act audit is an independent assessment of whether your Critical Infrastructure Risk Management Program (CIRMP) meets SOCI Act obligations and is operating effectively in practice. It focuses on governance, risk coverage, evidence and control effectiveness — not just documentation.
Is a SOCI Act audit mandatory?
Independent audits are not mandatory, however they are strongly encouraged as part of good governance and assurance. Many organisations undertake audits to support board confidence, annual reporting and regulator readiness.
What does a SOCI Act audit cover?
A SOCI Act audit assesses your CIRMP across the four required hazard vectors:
Cyber and information security
Personnel security
Physical security and natural hazards
Supply chain and third-party risks
It also reviews governance, review cycles, evidence and reporting readiness.
Is this service relevant if we operate nationally, not just in Melbourne?
Yes. While we are Melbourne-based, we support critical infrastructure organisations across Australia, with SOCI Act obligations applying at a federal level.