Startup SOC 2 Auditors
SOC 2 audit firms that focus on startup-sized companies. These auditors understand the unique compliance needs and budget considerations of startup organizations.
25 firms found.
Featured Startup Auditors
A selection of firms that focus on startup-sized companies.
Advantage Partners
San Francisco, CA
Advantage Partners provides efficient SOC 2 attestations to small and startup technology companies as a certified Vanta partner, led by former Deloitte consultants.
Airius
Atlanta, GA
Airius LLC provides risk management, compliance, and regulatory services with 20+ years of experience. Listed on Vanta's partner directory, the firm helps organisations achieve and maintain SOC 2, ISO 27001, and other compliance certifications.
AssuranceLab
Sydney, NSW
AssuranceLab (now part of Sensiba LLP) is an Australia-headquartered cybersecurity audit and risk assurance firm specializing in SOC 2 and ISO 27001 for technology and SaaS companies, with offices in Sydney, Austin TX, and Dublin.
Astra Security
New Delhi, Delhi
Astra Security is an Indian cybersecurity company offering SOC 2 audit services, penetration testing, and vulnerability assessment. They partner with CPA firms to deliver end-to-end SOC 2 Type I and Type II compliance, combining automated scanning with manual expert review.
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Audit Peak
New York, NYAudit Peak is a minority-owned CPA firm specializing in IT audits, cybersecurity, and risk advisory services. Founded by former PwC, EY, and KPMG professionals, the firm delivers Big 4-level audit expertise with boutique agility. AICPA Peer Review rated 'Pass' (highest rating).
Auditwerx
Tampa, FLAuditwerx is a CRI (Carr, Riggs & Ingram) division dedicated exclusively to SOC reporting and compliance attestation. Founded in 2009, they have produced over 3,500 security compliance reports and 200+ reports annually. They specialize in SOC 1, SOC 2, SOC 2+, PCI DSS, and CMMC assessments.
BARR Advisory
Kansas City, KSBARR Advisory is a cloud-based cybersecurity and compliance firm specializing in SOC 2, ISO 27001, and FedRAMP for fast-growing SaaS and cloud-based organizations, with a net promoter score of 89.
Bright Defense
Charlotte, NCBright Defense is a compliance automation and advisory firm offering continuous compliance services for SOC 2, ISO 27001, HIPAA, and PCI DSS. They work as a managed compliance partner alongside Vanta, Drata, and Secureframe to streamline the audit process for startups and SMBs.
CAS Assurance
Miramar, FLCAS Assurance LLC is a licensed CPA firm in Miramar, Florida specializing in SOC 1, SOC 2, CSA STAR, HIPAA, and NIST compliance audits with 20+ years of experience. The firm is a confirmed Secureframe audit partner.
Clark Nuber
Bellevue, WAClark Nuber PS is the largest locally-owned CPA firm in the Pacific Northwest with 300+ professionals and a Certified B Corporation. Their Technology Group serves SaaS, blockchain, AI, and AR/VR companies, providing SOC 1 and SOC 2 reports on controls, with experience including Microsoft SSPA attestations.
CompliancePoint Assurance
Atlanta, GACompliancePoint Assurance is a licensed CPA firm dedicated exclusively to SOC 2 audits, led by Carol Amick, a CPA with 20+ years of information security experience. As a CompliancePoint division, they offer blended PCI DSS + SOC 2 and HITRUST + SOC 2 audits, leveraging their status as a PCI QSA and HITRUST-authorized CSF Assessor.
DigiFortex
Bangalore, KarnatakaDigiFortex is a Bangalore-based cybersecurity firm offering SOC 2 Type II certification services in India. The firm helps SaaS startups and technology companies achieve SOC 2 compliance with dedicated compliance consultants and auditors.
Eden Data
Austin, TXEden Data is a cybersecurity and compliance consultancy and 2023, 2024, and 2025 Drata Partner of the Year, helping companies from SOC 2 to IPO with a team of prior Big Four cybersecurity experts.
GRSee Consulting
Rehovot, Central DistrictGRSee Consulting, founded in 2009, is an Israel-based cybersecurity and compliance firm with offices in NYC and San Francisco. GRSee provides SOC 2, ISO 27001, PCI DSS, HIPAA compliance services and penetration testing, and is a confirmed Secureframe audit partner.
HoganTaylor
Tulsa, OKHoganTaylor is one of the largest business advisory and CPA firms in Oklahoma and Arkansas with 350+ personnel. Their Risk Assurance team specializes in SOC reports, HITRUST validated assessments, and CMMC certification for small to medium-sized companies across the US, delivering highly customized SOC audits.
Insight Assurance
Tampa, FLInsight Assurance is a Tampa-based audit and cybersecurity firm founded by former Big Four professionals, offering SOC 2, ISO 27001, HITRUST, and other compliance audits with a 97% client retention rate.
Kratikal
Noida, Uttar PradeshKratikal is an Indian cybersecurity firm offering SOC 2 compliance services with auditors well-versed in international IT frameworks. They deliver optimised solutions for SOC 2, ISO 27001, PCI DSS, HIPAA, and GDPR tailored to each organisation's needs.
Lazarus Alliance
Scottsdale, AZLazarus Alliance is a licensed CPA firm and cybersecurity audit specialist providing SOC 1, SOC 2, and SOC 3 examinations, along with FedRAMP, CMMC, and HIPAA compliance services.
Maxwell Locke & Ritter
Austin, TXMaxwell Locke & Ritter (ML&R) is the largest locally-owned CPA firm in Central Texas, founded in 1991 with 140 team members. They perform SOC readiness assessments and SOC 2 examinations for SaaS, FinTech, HealthTech, EdTech, and AI companies, and are recognized as Accounting Today's #1 Best Mid-sized Accounting Firm to Work For.
MBE CPAs
Fort Atkinson, WIMBE CPAs is a CPA and advisory firm providing SOC reporting, audit, and compliance services in the Midwest.
MJD Advisors
Hoboken, NJMJD Advisors, founded in 2021, provides SOC 2 audit and compliance services for startups and emerging technology companies, listed on the Drata auditor directory.
NDB
Houston, TXNDB is a CPA firm specializing in SOC 2 Type I and Type II audits for startup healthcare and technology companies, leveraging Vanta for automated compliance and offering a Virtual Compliance Officer program.
Sensiba
San Ramon, CASensiba (formerly Sensiba San Filippo) is a Top 75 U.S. CPA firm offering SOC 2, ISO 27001, and other compliance audits. Sensiba acquired Australia-based AssuranceLab in 2025, expanding its global GRC capabilities with 90+ experts and 2,000+ successful audits.
Thoropass
New York, NYThoropass (formerly Laika) is an integrated compliance management platform and certified audit firm offering SOC 2, ISO 27001, HIPAA, HITRUST, and PCI DSS with in-house auditors.
Zero Day CPA
Detroit, MIZero Day CPA is a Michigan-based boutique accounting firm specializing in SOC 1, SOC 2, SOC 3, and HIPAA audits for B2B SaaS and service organizations, known for direct communication and flexibility.
Choosing a SOC 2 Auditor as a Startup Company
The right auditor for a startup-sized organization depends on factors beyond price. Here is what to prioritize when evaluating the firms listed above.
- Size-appropriate engagement model. Make sure the firm regularly works with startup companies and can tailor the engagement scope and pricing to your stage.
- Readiness support availability. Smaller companies often benefit from readiness assessments before the formal audit. Ask whether the firm offers this.
- Platform and industry alignment. Filter by compliance platform or industry to further narrow your shortlist.
- Timeline expectations. Ask about typical timelines for startup engagements and whether the firm can accommodate your schedule.
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Startup SOC 2 Audit FAQ
- How much does a SOC 2 audit cost for a startup?
- Startup SOC 2 audits typically range from $15,000 to $40,000 for a Type I and $25,000 to $60,000 for a Type II, depending on scope and auditor. Some firms offer startup-friendly fixed-fee pricing. Compliance tooling (Drata, Vanta, etc.) and readiness consulting are billed separately and can add $5,000 to $20,000 to your first-year total.
- Should startups start with SOC 2 Type I or Type II?
- Most startups begin with a Type I because it can be completed in 4 to 8 weeks and gives your sales team a report to share during security reviews. Plan to follow up with a Type II within 6 to 12 months. Most enterprise procurement teams will not accept a Type I indefinitely.
- What should startups look for in a SOC 2 auditor?
- Prioritize auditors experienced with early-stage companies, lean engineering teams, and compliance platforms like Drata or Vanta. Look for fixed-fee pricing, clear timelines, and willingness to provide readiness guidance before the formal audit.
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