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Prescient Security is a specialist SOC 2 audit firm in New York, NY, USA that charges $20K–$75K for Type II audits with 3–9 month timelines. Founded in 2018, they hold 17 accreditations and specialize in B2B SaaS, FinTech, HealthTech, and 4 more. Their pricing is above average compared to the specialist average of $18.491K–$52.655K.
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Side-by-side pricing, timeline, and certification counts for the 5 closest-priced peers in the specialist tier.
| Prescient Security | Moore Kingston Smith | Accedere | Audit Advantage Group | Thoropass | CAS Assurance | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type II Cost | $20K–$75K | $25K–$70K | $25K–$70K | $25K–$70K | $25K–$70K | $25K–$70K |
| Type I Cost | $12K–$35K | $15K–$50K | $15K–$50K | $15K–$50K | $15K–$50K | $15K–$50K |
| Timeline | 3–9 mo | 3–9 mo | 4–10 mo | 4–10 mo | 4–10 mo | 4–10 mo |
| Team Size | 300-400+ | 5–15 | 20–200 | 20–200 | 200–250 | 20–200 |
| Certifications | 17 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 8 | 2 |
| Founded | 2018 | 2016 | 2017 | 2015 | 2019 | 2018 |
For buyers in B2B SaaS and FinTech, Prescient Security fits the specialist profile when timeline (3–9 months) and Type II pricing ($20K–$75K) align with what specialist firms typically deliver. Their 17 active accreditations — including PCAOB Registered, CPA Firm (Prescient Assurance), CREST Certified (Penetration Testing) — extend that fit beyond pure SOC 2 into adjacent compliance frameworks.
B2B SaaS startups (Series A through growth stage) using Drata, Vanta, or Secureframe and prioritizing speed without sacrificing thoroughness. AI/ML companies needing SOC 2 + ISO 42001 together. CSPs pursuing FedRAMP authorization. DoD contractors needing a full C3PAO (newly authorized March 2026). Teams already using Slack who want same-day audit communication.
Cybersecurity-first DNA: founded by CREST-certified penetration testers, not traditional accountants. 5,000+ B2B SaaS clients globally, 350+ employees across 7 countries, with same-day Slack/Teams response guarantee. Authorized CMMC C3PAO as of March 2026 (joining FedRAMP 3PAO, PCI QSA, HITRUST, ANAB ISO accreditation for 27001/27701/42001). Cacilian PTaaS platform and CAIT (Continuous AI Tester, launched May 2026) bring AI-driven offensive security to the audit workflow. Top 20 CREST and CSA STAR organization globally. Operates under Prescient Security Management LLC alternative practice structure.
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Prescient Security represents a fundamentally different approach to SOC 2 compliance: built by cybersecurity professionals, not traditional accountants. Founded in 2017 as an evolution of enableIT, LLC (est. 2009), Prescient has grown to serve 5,000+ B2B SaaS companies globally with a team of 350+ security consultants and auditors worldwide.
Unlike traditional CPA firms that added cybersecurity audits to their accounting practice, Prescient started as CREST-certified penetration testers who evolved into compliance auditors. This “security-first, compliance-second” DNA shapes everything about their approach - from their technical depth to their communication style to their platform integrations.
The audit division, Prescient Assurance (founded 2020), is a licensed CPA firm. Both Prescient Security LLC and Prescient Assurance LLC now operate under Prescient Security Management LLC as a holding company, an alternative practice structure recognized under the AICPA Code of Conduct. This structure allows them to combine rigorous financial audit standards with genuine cybersecurity expertise: a rare combination in the compliance market.
Most SOC 2 auditors are accountants who learned cybersecurity. Prescient’s team comprises penetration testers and security engineers who became auditors. This matters because:
Technical Depth: Their auditors understand cloud architectures, application security, and modern tech stacks at a practitioner level - not just checklist compliance.
Practical Guidance: When they identify control gaps, they can suggest specific technical implementations, not just “implement a control for X.”
Bundled Services: Can combine SOC 2 audit + penetration testing + ISO 27001 in a single coordinated engagement, with teams that actually understand each other’s work.
Prescient holds CREST certification for penetration testing: one of the most rigorous independent security testing accreditations globally. They’re also a CSA STAR Top 20 auditor globally by Cloud Security Alliance, demonstrating world-class cloud security assessment capability.
This means when Prescient audits your security controls, they can actually test them like an attacker would - not just review documentation and screenshots.
Prescient’s most differentiated technical offering is Cacilian, their proprietary penetration testing as a service (PTaaS) platform. Cacilian reached a 1,000-client milestone in December 2024 and is now the central delivery vehicle for Prescient’s offensive security work.
In May 2026, Prescient launched CAIT (Cacilian AI Tester): a continuous AI penetration testing service that runs automated adversarial testing against client environments on an ongoing basis. For companies that need to demonstrate continuous security validation alongside their SOC 2 audit, CAIT eliminates the gap between point-in-time pen tests.
Paired with the External Attack Surface Management (EASM) service launched in January 2026, Prescient now offers a complete offensive security loop: discover your external exposure, test it continuously with AI, and validate controls in your SOC 2 audit with a team that already knows your environment.
Prescient has invested heavily in partnerships with leading GRC platforms, particularly:
Client feedback consistently highlights: “Intimately familiar with Drata’s platform” and “Their relationship with Drata’s systems and knowledge is excellent.”
This platform expertise translates to:
One of Prescient’s most-praised differentiators is Slack integration for audit communication. Instead of formal email threads with 24-48 hour response times, you get:
From client reviews:
“They use Slack which made it much easier to communicate with them than other auditors. Super helpful communication via a shared slack channel.”
“Having the ability to message them through slack created a seamless way for us to resolve issues.”
For teams already living in Slack, this eliminates context-switching and dramatically accelerates the audit process. (Microsoft Teams is also available for enterprise clients.)
Client reviews repeatedly use phrases like “record time” and “speed of light” - but also consistently praise thoroughness and attention to detail. This isn’t corner-cutting; it’s operational excellence.
How they achieve it:
The result: Fast report delivery without the “check-the-box” feel that plagues rushed audits.
As of 2025-2026, Prescient is aggressively positioning as an ISO 42001 leader - the emerging international standard for AI management systems. This matters because:
Microsoft SSPA v10 Mandate: Microsoft requires ISO 42001 for SSPA suppliers (launched September 2024, compliance window closing 2025-2026). Prescient is ready.
EU AI Act Alignment: ISO 42001 maps to EU AI Act requirements. Companies expanding to Europe need both.
Combined Engagements: Prescient can bundle SOC 2 + ISO 42001 for AI/ML companies in a single coordinated audit, avoiding vendor duplication.
Recent milestone: Behavox ISO 42001 certification (November 2025) demonstrates proven capability in financial services AI governance.
If you’re an AI/ML company, this is a strategic advantage - most SOC 2 auditors don’t yet have ISO 42001 expertise or accreditation.
With offices and senior auditors distributed across:
Prescient provides 24/7 coverage in your time zone. From client reviews: “Local expertise across US, EMEA, and APAC regions providing senior auditors in your time zone.”
This matters for:
Recent leadership hire: Andrew McLauchlan as Chief Revenue Officer, International (January 2024) - former AWS Global Financial Services leader who ran $600M+ EMEA/APAC business. This signals serious commitment to international expansion.
Beyond SOC 2, Prescient offers:
Government & Defense:
Healthcare & Privacy:
Financial Services:
ISO Certifications (ANAB-accredited certification body):
This breadth allows bundled engagements - get SOC 2 + ISO 27001 + penetration testing from a single coordinated team that understands your environment holistically.
Analysis of 60+ five-star client reviews reveals consistent themes:
✓ Speed & Efficiency - “Record time” mentioned in 30+ reviews ✓ Responsiveness - Same-day response guarantee, Slack integration ✓ Platform Expertise - Deep Drata/Vanta knowledge eliminates friction ✓ Cost-Effectiveness - “Far less money compared to previous auditors” ✓ Educational Approach - “Hand-holding for first-timers” without interrogation feel ✓ Zero Exceptions Focus - “Super patient, ultimately helped us achieve ZERO exceptions”
“Moves at the speed of light without sacrificing details.”
“Even when you know you have all your ducks in a row, there’s always this feeling like you’re under an interrogation lamp. That was not at all the case with Prescient.”
“We are spending far less money per audit compared to our previous auditors while getting remarkably thorough service.”
Prescient offers renewal discounts in exchange for honest reviews. Multiple clients disclose this, demonstrating transparency. Reviews remain overwhelmingly positive even with disclosure.
While Prescient doesn’t publish specific pricing, client reviews consistently describe them as “remarkably cost-effective” and “far less money compared to previous auditors.”
Based on client feedback and market positioning:
Clients report renewal discounts for multi-year relationships, suggesting loyalty pricing.
This accreditation depth is rare among compliance auditors and signals serious investment in quality and capability.
Founded: 2017 (audit division 2020) Co-Founders: Fabrice Mouret (CEO) and Sammy Chowdhury (Chief Compliance Officer / Head of Audit Practice) - together since 2009 Partner & CPA, Prescient Assurance: John Wallace - co-founder of the assurance practice Chief Legal and Administrative Officer: Caroline Paranikas - Harvard Law, former Kirkland & Ellis partner (leads both Legal and People functions) CFO: Darren Maloney - chartered accountant with 20+ years cybersecurity finance leadership CRO International: Andrew McLauchlan - former AWS Global Financial Services executive
This leadership team combines:
Prescient Security represents the modern evolution of SOC 2 compliance - built for B2B SaaS, by people who understand B2B SaaS. Their cybersecurity DNA, platform-native approach, and Slack-based communication create a fundamentally different audit experience than traditional CPA firms.
For Series A-to-growth-stage tech companies using Drata/Vanta and prioritizing speed without sacrificing thoroughness, Prescient delivers exceptional value. The 5,000+ client base and overwhelmingly positive reviews demonstrate consistent execution at scale.
The ISO 42001 positioning is particularly strategic for AI/ML companies in 2025-2026 - Prescient is ahead of the curve on AI governance compliance, with proven capability (Behavox certification) and accreditation depth.
However, they’re optimized for private mid-market tech companies, not public companies or organizations requiring traditional formal processes. Their sweet spot is the B2B SaaS startup that needs to get SOC 2 done quickly and thoroughly so they can get back to building their business, ideally while already using a GRC platform and Slack.
If that’s your profile, Prescient’s combination of cybersecurity expertise, platform integration, global coverage, and speed-to-value is hard to beat in the specialist auditor category.
"Moves at the speed of light without sacrificing details. Their relationship with Drata's systems and knowledge is excellent."
"They use Slack which made it much easier to communicate with them than other auditors. Super helpful and always responsive."
"We are spending far less money per audit compared to our previous auditors while getting remarkably thorough service."
7 industries — Specialist average: 5
17 certifications — Specialist average: 4
Cacilian PTaaS + CAIT (Continuous AI Tester) + GRC platform native (Drata/Vanta/Secureframe)
Prescient Security SOC 2 Type I audits typically range from $12K to $35K. Type II audits range from $20K to $75K. This is above average for specialist firms — the specialist tier average is $18.491K–$52.655K. Final pricing depends on your organization's scope, number of trust service criteria, and system complexity.
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