21st Century Cybersecurity

SOC 2 Readiness Partner

Works with Thoropass

Key Facts

Platforms:
Thoropass

21st Century Cybersecurity helps companies prepare for SOC 2 compliance.

21st Century Cybersecurity is a Thoropass partner firm. Additional details pending verification.

Service Type

SOC 2 Readiness and Gap Analysis

Industries Served

Company Size Focus

Pricing

Custom quote

Compliance Platforms

21st Century Cybersecurity commonly works with clients using Thoropass.

Trust Signals

  • Thoropass partner

Who 21st Century Cybersecurity May Be a Fit For

Based on 21st Century Cybersecurity's experience and focus areas, these buyer profiles are likely a strong fit. Confirm details directly with the firm before making a decision.

  • Teams using Thoropass who want a firm already familiar with their compliance tooling.

What to Evaluate Before Engaging This Readiness Partner

Before engaging a SOC 2 readiness partner, evaluate the following to make sure the firm is the right fit. A strong readiness engagement sets the foundation for a smoother formal audit.

Credentials and Standing

Verify the firm's SOC 2 experience, relevant certifications, and client references. Readiness partners do not need a CPA license, but deep SOC 2 expertise is essential.

Scope and Deliverables

Clarify what the engagement includes: gap analysis, control design guidance, remediation support, and documentation templates. Understand where the readiness engagement ends and the formal audit begins.

Timeline and Availability

Ask for a written timeline from kickoff through audit readiness. Understand how the readiness timeline coordinates with your planned audit start date.

Pricing Transparency

Ask whether fees are fixed or billed hourly, what triggers additional charges, and whether the quote includes all phases of the engagement.

Read more: How to choose the right SOC 2 firm · SOC 2 audit cost guide

Questions to Ask 21st Century Cybersecurity

Use these practical questions during an introductory call to evaluate fit, scope, and working style.

  • How many SOC 2 readiness engagements does your team complete per year?
  • How do you work with clients using Thoropass?
  • Is pricing fixed-fee or time-and-materials?
  • What is the expected timeline from kickoff to audit readiness?
  • Do you have audit firm partners you recommend once we are ready?
  • Who will be my day-to-day point of contact?
  • Can you share a sample engagement letter or deliverable?

See all recommended questions: Questions to ask your SOC 2 partner

About 21st Century Cybersecurity and SOC 2 Readiness

Does 21st Century Cybersecurity work with compliance platforms like Thoropass?
Yes. 21st Century Cybersecurity has experience with clients using Thoropass. A readiness partner familiar with your platform can help you map controls to evidence more efficiently and reduce friction when the formal audit begins.
How do I know if 21st Century Cybersecurity is the right SOC 2 readiness partner for my company?
Start by comparing 21st Century Cybersecurity's industry experience, platform support, and pricing against at least three other readiness partners. Ask each firm for references from companies similar to yours in size and sector. Review their track record of helping companies achieve clean SOC 2 reports. Finally, verify that their proposed timeline aligns with your compliance deadline.

21st Century Cybersecurity vs Other SOC 2 Readiness Firms

This table shows how 21st Century Cybersecurity stacks up against other SOC 2 auditors across pricing, audit timeline, industry specialization, and platform compatibility.

21st Century Cybersecurity compared with other SOC 2 audit firms
FirmIndustriesCompany SizesPlatformsPricingTimeline
Securis360SaaS, Technology, Financial ServicesSMB, Mid-market, EnterpriseSecureframe, ThoropassCustom quoteVaries
Cycore SecureSaaS, Technology, HealthcareSMB, Mid-marketThoropassCustom quoteVaries
Intech Computer SolutionsSaaS, TechnologySMBThoropassCustom quoteVaries
Lawless SolutionsSaaS, Technology, HealthcareSMBThoropass, Secureframe, VantaCustom quoteVaries
BrightScaleSaaS, TechnologySMB, Mid-marketThoropassCustom quoteVaries

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How Much Does 21st Century Cybersecurity Charge for SOC 2 Readiness?

SOC 2 audit pricing depends on engagement scope, audit type, and firm. Here is what we know about 21st Century Cybersecurity's pricing and the factors that affect cost.

Factors that affect SOC 2 audit cost

Audit type

Type I audits (point-in-time) are generally less expensive than Type II audits (operating effectiveness over 3 to 12 months).

Company size and complexity

Larger companies with more systems, employees, and data flows require broader audit scope and more evidence collection.

Industry and regulatory overlaps

Industries with additional frameworks (HIPAA, PCI DSS, FedRAMP) often require expanded scoping and cross-mapping.

Readiness assessment

Some firms bundle a readiness gap analysis; others charge separately. A readiness phase can reduce surprises during fieldwork.

Compliance platform usage

Using platforms like Drata, Vanta, or Secureframe can reduce evidence collection time, which may lower auditor fees.

Timeline urgency

Fast-track or expedited audits often carry premium pricing due to scheduling and resource allocation constraints.

For a detailed breakdown: How much does a SOC 2 audit cost?

SOC 2 Firms Similar to 21st Century Cybersecurity

Securis360

Pittsburgh, PA

Securis360 is a cybersecurity and compliance consulting firm offering SOC 2 readiness, cloud security testing, penetration testing, and staff augmentation services. Founded by former Big Four professionals, the firm takes a three-phase approach to SOC 2 (readiness assessment, remediation, attestation support) covering all five Trust Services Criteria. Securis360 also provides cloud security assessments across AWS, Azure, and GCP, along with penetration testing as a service (PTaaS) and compliance support for ISO 27001, HIPAA, HITRUST-CSF, and GDPR. They are not a CPA firm and do not issue SOC 2 attestation reports directly.

Cycore Secure

Miami, FL

Cycore Secure is an AI-powered cybersecurity services firm offering managed compliance (SOC 2, ISO 27001, HIPAA, GDPR, HITRUST), virtual CISO services, and cyber risk assessments for organizations seeking to build resilient security programs.

Intech Computer Solutions

North Canton, OH

Intech Computer Solutions is a managed IT services provider offering computer support, custom software development, and compliance readiness support for SMBs pursuing SOC 2, HIPAA, and NIST alignment.

Lawless Solutions

Bowling Green, KY

Lawless Solutions is an IT and cybersecurity consulting firm that simplifies security, compliance, and IT for businesses across industries. Their compliance readiness services leverage partnerships with Thoropass, Secureframe, and Vanta.

BrightScale

Arlington, VA

BrightScale is an AWS Advanced Consulting Partner that helps organizations navigate growth with CTO expertise, cloud migration, DevOps, and compliance support including SOC 2 and ISO 27001 readiness.

UN1QUELY

UN1QUELY is a software development and cybersecurity services company within the BrightMarbles Holding group, offering compliance consulting, virtual CISO, managed security services, and penetration testing with ISO 27001 certification.

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