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Last updated: April 2026
CyberSapiens Australia is a specialist SOC 2 audit firm in Sydney, Australia that charges $20K–$45K for Type II audits with 3–8 month timelines. Founded in 2019, they hold 2 accreditations and specialize in Startups, SMBs, SaaS, and 1 more. Their pricing is in the mid-range compared to the specialist average of $17.576K–$50.333K.
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| CyberSapiens Australia | A-LIGN | AssurancePoint | Atoro | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type II Cost | $20K–$45K | $15K–$50K | $15K–$50K | $15K–$50K |
| Type I Cost | $12K–$25K | $10K–$20K | $10K–$35K | $10K–$35K |
| Timeline | 3–8 mo | 3–12 mo | 3–8 mo | 2–52 mo |
| Team Size | 30-45+ | 750–1000 | 10–100 | 10–100 |
| Certifications | 2 | 9 | 8 | 3 |
| Founded | 2019 | 2009 | 2010 | 2024 |
Australian startups and SMBs
Competitive pricing with streamlined processes
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4 industries — Specialist average: 4
2 certifications — Specialist average: 4
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CyberSapiens Australia SOC 2 Type I audits typically range from $12K to $25K. Type II audits range from $20K to $45K. This is in the mid-range for specialist firms — the specialist tier average is $17.576K–$50.333K. Final pricing depends on your organization's scope, number of trust service criteria, and system complexity.
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