I.S. Partners
CPA firm focused on IT audit, SOC and security compliance
Overview
I.S. Partners, LLC (an Axiom GRC company) describes itself as a CPA firm providing SOC audits, internal audits and IT assurance services nationwide, including SOC 1, SOC 2 Type I and Type II examinations. Founded by Big 4 alumni, the firm pairs SOC reporting with ISO 27001, HIPAA, PCI DSS, GDPR and other security-compliance services for technology, fintech, healthcare and government clients.
Strengths
- ✓Self-identified CPA firm performing SOC attestation, with Big 4 alumni founders
- ✓Broad framework coverage spanning SOC, ISO 27001, HIPAA, PCI DSS and GDPR
- ✓IT-audit and cybersecurity specialization across multiple regulated industries
Consider
- •The SOC 2 service page itself does not state CPA licensure; CPA-firm status is confirmed on the About page
- •Now operates under the Axiom GRC parent group, which may affect engagement structure
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Works with
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Pricing and timeline in context
Based in Dresher, PA, I.S. Partners quotes SOC 2 work in the $10K–$40K band — in line with the boutique median of $10K–$40K 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 6–16 weeks on a Type 2 engagement. Compare it against the full SOC 2 audit cost benchmark before you commit.
Who I.S. Partners is for
I.S. Partners works most often with SaaS, Fintech, Healthcare, and GovTech companies. Its broad 7-framework coverage suits teams that want to consolidate several audits — SOC 2 plus ISO 27001, HIPAA, or PCI — under one firm. Startups and first-time buyers that want a fast, affordable, hands-on engagement are the sweet spot.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a I.S. Partners SOC 2 audit cost?
I.S. Partners's SOC 2 engagements typically run $10K–$40K, 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 I.S. Partners SOC 2 audit take?
A typical Type 2 engagement with I.S. Partners takes about 6–16 weeks from kickoff to report, plus the observation window itself. Use the timeline calculator to estimate your own schedule.
What frameworks does I.S. Partners cover?
I.S. Partners 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 I.S. Partners an AICPA-licensed CPA firm?
Yes. I.S. Partners 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 I.S. Partners operate?
I.S. Partners is headquartered in Dresher, PA and serves clients across United States. SOC 2 is a US attestation standard, so a US-licensed firm can serve clients wherever they are based.
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