Prescient Assurance

Location: Vancouver, BC, CA

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Works with Drata & VantaAudit readiness support offered

Key Facts

Pricing:
Custom quote
Platforms:
Drata, Vanta, Sprinto
Best For:
SMB, Mid-Market, Enterprise
Industries:
SaaS, Technology, Financial Services
Readiness:
Audit readiness / gap assessment offered

Prescient Assurance is a SOC 2 audit firm based in Vancouver, BC serving smb and mid-market and enterprise companies. They supports Drata and Vanta and Sprinto and offers audit readiness assessments. Industry focus areas include SaaS, Technology, Financial Services.

Prescient Assurance (formerly Prescient Security) is a globally recognized leader in multi-framework compliance auditing, security assessments, and penetration testing, with senior auditors across the U.S., EMEA, and APAC supporting 25+ compliance frameworks for 5,000+ clients.

Audit Types

SOC 2 Type ISOC 2 Type II

Company Size Focus

Pricing

Custom quote

Compliance Platforms

Prescient Assurance commonly works with clients using Drata, Vanta, and Sprinto.

Trust Signals

  • CPA firm
  • Listed on Drata auditor directory
  • Listed on Sprinto auditor directory

Who Prescient Assurance May Be a Fit For

Based on the firm's listed attributes, Prescient Assurance may be a good match for the following types of buyers. Always confirm fit directly with the firm before engaging.

  • Companies in SaaS, Technology, Financial Services looking for an auditor with sector-specific experience.
  • Organizations at the SMB, Mid-Market, Enterprise stage that need an auditor sized appropriately for their environment.
  • Teams using Drata or Vanta or Sprinto for compliance automation who want an auditor familiar with their platform.
  • Companies pursuing either a first-time Type I or a renewal Type II audit.

What to Evaluate Before Engaging This Firm

Before signing an engagement letter with any SOC 2 auditor, take time to verify the following. These factors apply broadly but are worth confirming for each firm on your shortlist.

CPA licensure and standing

Confirm the firm holds an active CPA license in good standing with its state board of accountancy. This is a legal requirement for issuing SOC 2 reports.

Scope and deliverables

Clarify what the engagement includes: readiness assessment, gap remediation support, the audit itself, and the final report. Understand what falls outside the scope.

Timeline and availability

Ask for a written timeline from kickoff through report delivery. Understand the observation period requirements and how auditor capacity could affect scheduling.

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 a SOC 2 auditor · SOC 2 audit cost guide

Questions to Ask Prescient Assurance

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

  • How many SOC 2 audits does your team complete per year?
  • What is your experience auditing companies in SaaS?
  • How do you work with clients using Drata?
  • Is pricing fixed-fee or time-and-materials?
  • What is the expected timeline from kickoff to report delivery?
  • Do you offer readiness assessments or gap analyses?
  • Who will be my day-to-day point of contact?
  • Can you share a sample engagement letter or report?

See all recommended questions: Questions to ask your SOC 2 auditor →

About Prescient Assurance and SOC 2 Audits

Does Prescient Assurance offer SOC 2 Type I and Type II audits?
Prescient Assurance offers SOC 2 Type I and SOC 2 Type II audit services. They can handle first-time engagements (Type I) and recurring audits that cover operating effectiveness over a review period (Type II).
What industries does Prescient Assurance have SOC 2 audit experience in?
Prescient Assurance serves clients in SaaS, Technology, Financial Services. Sector-specific experience helps an auditor identify the controls that matter for your industry, anticipate regulatory overlaps, and avoid unnecessary back-and-forth during scoping.
What size companies does Prescient Assurance work with?
Prescient Assurance focuses on smb, mid-market, enterprise organizations. An auditor matched to your company stage is more likely to scope the engagement correctly and offer pricing that fits your budget.
Does Prescient Assurance work with compliance platforms like Drata?
Yes. Prescient Assurance has experience with clients using Drata, Vanta, Sprinto. Working with an auditor who already knows your platform means less time spent explaining your evidence workflow and fewer audit requests that miss the mark.
Does Prescient Assurance offer SOC 2 readiness assessments?
Prescient Assurance offers audit readiness support. A readiness assessment flags control gaps before the formal audit, so you can fix issues on your own timeline rather than scrambling during fieldwork.
What is Prescient Assurance's pricing model for SOC 2 audits?
Prescient Assurance uses a custom pricing model. Contact the firm directly for a quote tailored to your audit scope and company size.
Where is Prescient Assurance located?
Prescient Assurance is headquartered in Vancouver, BC. SOC 2 audits are typically conducted remotely, so location is less important than industry experience and platform familiarity. That said, overlapping time zones can make scheduling easier.

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