A-LIGN
Global compliance and cybersecurity firm serving as a licensed SOC auditor and multi-framework assessor.
Overview
Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Tampa, A-LIGN is a licensed SOC 1/SOC 2 auditor, ISO certification body, HITRUST assessor, FedRAMP 3PAO, CMMC C3PAO, and PCI QSA. It operates internationally and reports serving more than 5,000 organizations, pairing assessments with its own compliance management software.
Strengths
- ✓Single provider for SOC, ISO, HITRUST, FedRAMP, CMMC, and PCI
- ✓Global delivery footprint across multiple continents
- ✓Large client base (5,000+ organizations)
Consider
- •High-volume model; smaller clients may prefer a boutique experience
Frameworks covered
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Works with
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Pricing and timeline in context
Founded in 2009 and based in Tampa, Florida, A-LIGN quotes SOC 2 work in the $25K–$120K band — above the national firm median of $18K–$90K across the firms we track. As an AICPA-licensed CPA firm it issues SOC 1, SOC 2 Type 1, SOC 2 Type 2, ISO 27001, HIPAA, PCI DSS, and GDPR reports directly, and the fee scales with your headcount, the Trust Services Criteria in scope, and any frameworks you bundle. Plan for roughly 10–22 weeks on a Type 2 engagement. Compare it against the full SOC 2 audit cost benchmark before you commit.
Who A-LIGN is for
A-LIGN works most often with SaaS, Fintech, Healthcare, AI / ML, and GovTech companies, serving clients across United States, United Kingdom, European Union, and Global. Its broad 7-framework coverage suits teams that want to consolidate several audits — SOC 2 plus ISO 27001, HIPAA, or PCI — under one firm. Scale-ups and mid-market companies that want experienced, credible coverage without Big Four pricing are the typical fit.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a A-LIGN SOC 2 audit cost?
A-LIGN's SOC 2 engagements typically run $25K–$120K, depending on your headcount, the Trust Services Criteria in scope, and how many frameworks you bundle. Because no firm publishes fixed pricing, request a scoped quote — you can get three matched quotes on identical scope to compare.
How long does a A-LIGN SOC 2 audit take?
A typical Type 2 engagement with A-LIGN takes about 10–22 weeks from kickoff to report, plus the observation window itself. Use the timeline calculator to estimate your own schedule.
What frameworks does A-LIGN cover?
A-LIGN covers SOC 1, SOC 2 Type 1, SOC 2 Type 2, ISO 27001, HIPAA, PCI DSS, and GDPR. If you need several of these, bundling them into one engagement is usually cheaper than auditing each separately.
Is A-LIGN an AICPA-licensed CPA firm?
Yes. A-LIGN is an AICPA-licensed CPA firm, which is a requirement to issue a SOC 2 report — only licensed CPA firms can. It's worth confirming a firm's AICPA peer-review status before signing; see questions to ask a SOC 2 auditor.
Where does A-LIGN operate?
A-LIGN is headquartered in Tampa, Florida and serves clients across United States, United Kingdom, European Union, and Global. SOC 2 is a US attestation standard, so a US-licensed firm can serve clients wherever they are based.
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