A-LIGN vs Schellman: SOC 1 assessment compared
Both are heavyweight SOC 1 practices -- the choice is platform-driven multi-framework scale (A-LIGN) versus a top-50 CPA firm's seniority and independence (Schellman).
Side by side
| 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) |
| SOC 1 planning range | $25K–$70K (planning estimate (Sept 2026)) | $35K–$110K (planning estimate (Sept 2026)) |
| Typical fieldwork window | Type 1: 6–10 wk | Type 1: 8–12 wk |
| Frameworks (per firm) | SOC 1, SOC 2, ISO 27001, FedRAMP, CMMC, HITRUST | SOC 1, SOC 2, ISO 27001, FedRAMP, HITRUST, CMMC, ISO 42001 |
Choose A-LIGN if…
You want technology-enabled delivery across SOC 1, SOC 2, ISO 27001, and FedRAMP with one evidence set feeding multiple reports. Full A-LIGN profile →
Choose Schellman if…
You want a top-50 CPA firm whose large, independence-first SOC practice carries maximum report acceptance with enterprise customers. Full Schellman profile →
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