A-LIGN vs KirkpatrickPrice: PCI DSS assessment compared
A-LIGN competes on platform-driven multi-framework scale; KirkpatrickPrice competes on focused, partner-led assurance for the mid-market.
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| Fact | A-LIGN | KirkpatrickPrice |
|---|---|---|
| Headquarters | Tampa, Florida | Nashville, Tennessee |
| Founded | 2009 | Not disclosed |
| Firm type | Technology-enabled compliance firm (QSA company) | Assurance specialist (QSA company) |
| ROC planning range | $20K–$100K (published planning range (Sept 2026)) | $15K–$75K (published planning range (Sept 2026)) |
| Typical fieldwork window | 4–10 wk | 4–8 wk |
| Frameworks (per firm) | PCI DSS, SOC 1, SOC 2, ISO 27001, HITRUST, FedRAMP, CMMC | PCI DSS, SOC 1, SOC 2, HITRUST, ISO 27001 |
Choose A-LIGN if…
You want technology-enabled delivery across PCI, SOC, ISO, and FedRAMP with one evidence set feeding multiple reports. Full A-LIGN profile →
Choose KirkpatrickPrice if…
You want a focused mid-market assurance specialist where the engagement team and partner attention matter more than platform scale. Full KirkpatrickPrice profile →
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