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A-LIGN vs Schellman: SOC 2 audit compared
Both are large, credible SOC 2 auditors — the choice is volume-and-platform (A-LIGN) versus independence-and-seniority (Schellman).
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| Fact | A-LIGN | Schellman |
|---|---|---|
| Headquarters | Tampa, Florida | Tampa, Florida |
| Founded | 2009 | 2002 |
| Firm type | Licensed CPA firm; technology-enabled audit practice | Top-50 CPA firm (Schellman & Company, LLC) + accredited assessment firm |
| Type 2 planning range | $15K–$50K (published planning range (Sept 2026)) | $20K–$100K (published planning range (Sept 2026)) |
| Typical fieldwork window | 3–12 wk | 3–12 wk |
| Frameworks (per firm) | SOC 1, SOC 2, ISO 27001, FedRAMP, CMMC, PCI DSS, HITRUST | SOC 1, SOC 2, ISO 27001, PCI DSS, FedRAMP, HITRUST, CMMC, ISO 42001 |
Choose A-LIGN if…
You want a technology-enabled, high-volume practice and broad framework coverage at a mid-market planning range. Full A-LIGN profile →
Choose Schellman if…
You want auditor independence and senior teams for regulated or multi-framework programs, at a premium planning range. Full Schellman profile →
Independent directory note. Facts compiled from the firms' public materials, verified September 2026. Not an endorsement, not a paid placement. Planning ranges are not quotes.
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