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SOC 2 Readiness FirmsPenetration Testing FirmsvCISO FirmsISO 27001 ConsultantsCompliance ConsultantsAll Service FirmsSikich is a national SOC 2 audit firm in Chicago, IL, USA that charges $50K–$150K for Type II audits with 10–24 week fieldwork-to-report timelines. Founded in 1982, they hold 2 accreditations and specialize in Technology, Financial Services, Manufacturing, and 6 more. Their pricing is above average compared to the national average of $39.7K–$103.5K.
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Estimated Type 1 and Type 2 ranges, placed against the broader national peer set. Numbers are directional; final pricing depends on scope, Trust Services Criteria, evidence quality, and observation period.
Note: Pricing shown is estimated based on typical engagements. Use our SOC 2 cost calculator for a personalized estimate.
Timeline: The 10–24 week figure is the audit fieldwork-to-report window once evidence is ready, not the full engagement. A SOC 2 Type II also requires an observation period, typically 3–12 months depending on scope, before that window begins.
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Side-by-side pricing, timeline, and certification counts for the 5 closest-priced peers in the national tier.
| Sikich | Forvis Mazars UK | McKonly & Asbury | PYA | UHY | Grant Thornton UK | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type II Cost | $50K–$150K | $50K–$150K | $50K–$150K | $50K–$150K | $50K–$150K | $40K–$120K |
| Type I Cost | $30K–$100K | $30K–$100K | $35K–$100K | $35K–$100K | $30K–$100K | $25K–$80K |
| Timeline | 10–24 wk | 10–24 wk | 8–16 wk | 26–52 wk | 10–24 wk | 5–14 wk |
| Team Size | 2000-2400 | 3400–3600 | 500–2000 | 500–2000 | 1700–2100 | 5000–5500 |
| Certifications | 2 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| Founded | 1982 | 1998 | 1973 | 1983 | 1986 | 1904 |
For buyers in Technology and Financial Services, Sikich fits the national profile when timeline (10–24 weeks) and Type II pricing ($50K–$150K) align with what national firms typically deliver. Their 2 active accreditations, including PCAOB, extend that fit beyond pure SOC 2 into adjacent compliance frameworks.
Mid-market companies seeking a full-service firm that combines SOC reporting with broader technology advisory, ERP, and cybersecurity services under one roof.
Sikich CPA LLC (the licensed attest entity) operates within an alternative practice structure alongside Sikich LLC's broad technology, advisory, and managed services, offering SOC audits alongside GRC consulting and ERP implementations.
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Sikich SOC 2 Type I audits typically range from $30K to $100K. Type II audits range from $50K to $150K. This is above average for national firms — the national tier average is $39.722K–$103.472K. Final pricing depends on your organization's scope, number of trust service criteria, and system complexity.
The 10–24 week range is Sikich's audit execution and report-delivery window once evidence is available. It is the fieldwork-to-report window, not the full engagement. A SOC 2 Type II also requires an observation period, typically 3–12 months depending on scope, before that window begins, while a Type I is a point-in-time assessment with no observation period. Actual timelines depend on readiness, scope, and evidence availability.
Sikich has deep expertise in Technology, Financial Services, Manufacturing, Life Sciences, Government, Nonprofit, Construction, Insurance, Professional Services. They are best suited for Mid-market companies seeking a full-service firm that combines SOC reporting with broader technology advisory, ERP, and cybersecurity services under one roof.
Sikich holds 2 accreditations: AICPA, PCAOB.
Sikich uses Proprietary for their audit engagements. Reports are delivered via Digital delivery.
Sikich is a national SOC 2 audit firm founded in 1982 with 44 years of experience. Sikich CPA LLC (the licensed attest entity) operates within an alternative practice structure alongside Sikich LLC's broad technology, advisory, and managed services, offering SOC audits alongside GRC consulting and ERP implementations. They are best suited for organizations that need technology, financial services, manufacturing expertise.
Sikich is headquartered in Chicago, IL, USA. They serve clients across the United States and can conduct SOC 2 audits remotely.
Compared to the 36 national firms in our directory, Sikich's Type II pricing ($50K–$150K) is above average (tier average: $39.722K–$103.472K). They hold 2 certifications vs. the tier average of 2. Their minimum timeline of 10 weeks is comparable to the tier average.
Sikich is best suited for Mid-market companies seeking a full-service firm that combines SOC reporting with broader technology advisory, ERP, and cybersecurity services under one roof. Their key differentiator is: Sikich CPA LLC (the licensed attest entity) operates within an alternative practice structure alongside Sikich LLC's broad technology, advisory, and managed services, offering SOC audits alongside GRC consulting and ERP implementations.
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