Why Consider Lazarus Alliance as an Alternative to Baker Tilly?

Choosing a cybersecurity assessment provider involves more than selecting a nationally recognized accounting or advisory firm.

Organizations should evaluate technical expertise, regulatory qualifications, independence, assessment methodology, project management, communication, and the specific services required.

Baker Tilly provides accounting, assurance, advisory, and technology risk services. Lazarus Alliance offers a cybersecurity-focused alternative for organizations seeking independent security assessments and compliance examinations.

1. Cybersecurity Assessment Specialization

Cybersecurity auditing, security control validation, regulatory compliance assessments, and technical security testing are central to Lazarus Alliance's services.

Our professionals examine implemented controls, evaluate technical evidence, identify compliance deficiencies, and provide assessment findings aligned with applicable frameworks.

We focus on the security and compliance requirements that matter to organizations operating in regulated technology environments.

2. SOC Attestation Services Through a Licensed CPA Firm

Lazarus Alliance provides SOC 1, SOC 2, and SOC 3 examination and attestation services through Lazarus Alliance Compliance, a licensed CPA firm.

This allows organizations evaluating cybersecurity-focused SOC assurance providers to consider Lazarus Alliance without assuming that SOC attestations must be outsourced to an unrelated accounting firm.

SOC examinations are conducted subject to applicable AICPA professional standards, licensing, and independence requirements.

3. 26+ Years of Cybersecurity Experience

Lazarus Alliance brings more than 26 years of cybersecurity experience to engagements involving cloud services, enterprise information systems, payment environments, regulated industries, and federal cybersecurity programs.

Our experience supports technically complex engagements requiring detailed security control evaluation and objective evidence examination.

4. A Collaborative, Client-Focused Audit Experience

We don't build adversarial relationships.

Our methodology emphasizes clear expectations, transparent communication, defined responsibilities, and professional collaboration.

An effective cybersecurity audit should provide independent findings without introducing unnecessary administrative burdens or confusion.

5. Federal and Commercial Compliance Expertise

Lazarus Alliance supports organizations navigating multiple compliance frameworks, including:

SOC 1, SOC 2, and SOC 3
ISO/IEC 27001 and related ISO standards
PCI DSS
FedRAMP and applicable FedRAMP 20X pathways
CMMC Level 2
NIST SP 800-53 and 800-171
DFARS
FISMA
GovRAMP
HIPAA
SOX 404 IT controls
FFIEC cybersecurity requirements

This broad assessment portfolio supports organizations with overlapping federal, commercial, and industry-specific obligations.

6. Proactive Cybersecurity®

Cybersecurity assessments should help organizations understand whether security controls are appropriately designed, implemented, and operating effectively.

Lazarus Alliance applies a risk-focused approach to control evaluation and technical testing.

Our Proactive Cybersecurity® philosophy emphasizes meaningful security outcomes alongside compliance requirements.

7. Service, Integrity, and Reliability

Lazarus Alliance has served thousands of clients across multiple industries and regulatory environments.

Our approach combines technical experience, professional independence, and dependable client service throughout the assessment lifecycle.

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Lazarus Alliance Cybersecurity Audit and Compliance Services

Whether you're comparing Lazarus Alliance with Baker Tilly or evaluating another independent cybersecurity assessment firm, our services support federal, commercial, and industry-specific compliance requirements.

SOC 1, SOC 2, and SOC 3 Examinations

Lazarus Alliance provides SOC examination and attestation services through Lazarus Alliance Compliance, a licensed CPA firm.

Our SOC services include:

SOC 1 examinations
SOC 2 Type 1 examinations
SOC 2 Type 2 examinations
SOC 3 examinations
Applicable Trust Services Criteria evaluation
Security control evidence examination
Control design and operating effectiveness testing, as applicable
Independent attestation reporting

SOC 2 engagements may address security, availability, processing integrity, confidentiality, and privacy, depending on the defined examination scope.

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ISO/IEC 27001 and Information Security Assessments

Lazarus Alliance provides assessment services involving ISO/IEC 27001 information security management requirements and related standards.

Our broader ISO portfolio includes:

ISO/IEC 27001 — Information Security Management
ISO/IEC 27017 — Cloud Security Controls
ISO/IEC 27018 — Protection of Personal Information in Public Clouds
ISO/IEC 27701 — Privacy Information Management
ISO/IEC 42001 — Artificial Intelligence Management Systems
ISO 22301 — Business Continuity Management

Accredited certification, where required, must be issued under the applicable certification scheme and accreditation scope.

PCI DSS Assessments

Lazarus Alliance provides PCI DSS compliance assessment and related security testing services for merchants, service providers, and organizations handling payment card information.

Services may include:

PCI DSS assessment scoping
Cardholder data environment evaluation
Security control examination
Applicable Report on Compliance assessment activities
Penetration testing
Network segmentation testing
Vulnerability assessments
Remediation verification

Assessment requirements depend on the organization's payment environment, classification, and applicable payment brand obligations.

SOX 404 IT Controls Assessments

Lazarus Alliance provides information technology control assessments relevant to Sarbanes-Oxley Section 404 compliance.

Services may address:

IT general controls
Logical access management
Change management
IT operations
Relevant system configurations
Supporting evidence and control documentation
IT control design and operating effectiveness

These services focus on cybersecurity and information technology controls. They should not be confused with a financial statement audit or an audit opinion on internal control over financial reporting.

FedRAMP Security Assessments

Lazarus Alliance provides independent FedRAMP third-party assessment services for cloud service providers pursuing applicable federal authorization requirements.

Services include security control testing, technical evidence examination, assessment reporting, vulnerability testing, and applicable continuous monitoring activities.

FedRAMP 20X assessment activities are determined by the applicable pathway and current program requirements.

CMMC Level 2 Assessments

Lazarus Alliance provides CMMC Level 2 assessment services for defense contractors and subcontractors subject to applicable Department of Defense cybersecurity requirements.

Assessments address defined assessment boundaries, NIST SP 800-171 security requirements, objective evidence, interviews, technical demonstrations, and applicable reporting procedures.

HIPAA Security and Privacy Assessments

Lazarus Alliance provides independent HIPAA security and privacy assessments for covered entities, business associates, and organizations handling protected health information.

Engagements may address administrative, physical, and technical safeguards, security risk analysis, and applicable privacy requirements.

Additional Cybersecurity Assessment Services

Our broader portfolio includes:

NIST Cybersecurity Framework 2.0
NIST SP 800-37 Risk Management Framework
NIST SP 800-53
NIST SP 800-171 and 800-172
DFARS cybersecurity requirements
FISMA
GovRAMP
CJIS
IRS Publication 1075 and Publication 4812
FFIEC cybersecurity assessments
NERC-CIP
CNSSI 1253
Security Control Assessment – Validation (SCA-V)
ITAR cybersecurity considerations
FTC Safeguards Rule

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Baker Tilly vs. Lazarus Alliance: Compare Cybersecurity Assessment Providers

Evaluating Baker Tilly or Lazarus Alliance for your next cybersecurity audit? Compare SOC 1, SOC 2, SOC 3, ISO 27001, PCI DSS, SOX IT controls, FedRAMP, CMMC, and other cybersecurity assessment services, professional qualifications, and engagement considerations before selecting your provider.

Evaluation Criteria	Lazarus Alliance	Baker Tilly
Primary Business Focus	Independent cybersecurity audits, compliance assessments, and security control testing	Accounting, assurance, tax, consulting, and advisory services, including cybersecurity
Cybersecurity Experience	26+ years of cybersecurity experience	Established professional services organization with cybersecurity and technology risk expertise
Independent Cybersecurity Assessments	✓ Core service offering	Cybersecurity assurance, assessment, and advisory services
Licensed CPA Firm	✓ Lazarus Alliance Compliance is a licensed CPA firm	CPA assurance services through applicable Baker Tilly entities
SOC 1 Examinations	✓ SOC 1 examination and attestation services through Lazarus Alliance Compliance	SOC 1 assurance services
SOC 2 Type 1 & Type 2	✓ SOC 2 examinations through Lazarus Alliance Compliance, a licensed CPA firm	SOC 2 examination and assurance services
SOC 3 Examinations	✓ SOC 3 examination and attestation services	SOC 3 assurance services
ISO/IEC 27001	✓ ISO information security assessment services	ISO-related cybersecurity assessment and advisory services
PCI DSS Assessments	✓ PCI DSS assessment and testing services	PCI DSS compliance and assessment services; confirm applicable QSA scope
SOX 404 IT Controls	✓ IT general controls and cybersecurity control assessments	SOX compliance, IT controls, and assurance-related services
FedRAMP Assessments	✓ FedRAMP 3PAO assessment services	FedRAMP cybersecurity services; verify current 3PAO qualifications
FedRAMP 20X	Applicable FedRAMP 20X assessment services	Confirm current FedRAMP 20X pathway and service scope
CMMC Level 2	✓ CMMC assessment services	CMMC cybersecurity services; verify current C3PAO authorization and scope
NIST SP 800-53 & 800-171	✓ Independent security control assessments	NIST security and compliance services
HIPAA Security & Privacy	✓ HIPAA security and privacy assessment services	Healthcare cybersecurity, risk, and compliance services
Penetration Testing	✓ Vulnerability assessments and penetration testing services	Cybersecurity testing and advisory capabilities
Multi-Framework Coverage	Broad federal, commercial, and industry-specific cybersecurity assessment portfolio	Broad professional services, cybersecurity, and risk advisory portfolio
Engagement Methodology	Client-focused, risk-based cybersecurity assessment approach	Request engagement-specific methodology and project plan
Client Communication	Emphasis on collaboration, transparent communication, and defined responsibilities	Confirm assigned team, communication cadence, and escalation procedures
Assessment Deliverables	Defined in engagement scope and applicable assessment or attestation requirements	Confirm reporting deliverables, scope, and exclusions
Assessment Pricing	Custom, scope-based cybersecurity assessment proposals	Request a comparable written proposal
Assessment Scheduling	Based on project scope, resources, and availability	Confirm assessment availability and proposed timeline
Service Philosophy	Proactive Cybersecurity® — It's an audit, not an expedition.	Broad accounting, assurance, advisory, and risk services

Important: This comparison is provided for informational purposes only. SOC examinations and attestations are provided through Lazarus Alliance Compliance, a licensed CPA firm, subject to applicable professional standards and independence requirements. ISO certification, PCI DSS QSA services, FedRAMP assessments, and CMMC certification assessments are subject to applicable program qualifications and authorization requirements. Current services, professional licensing, accreditation, pricing, and scheduling should be confirmed directly with each provider. Lazarus Alliance is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Baker Tilly.

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Already Working With Baker Tilly? Explore Your Cybersecurity Assessment Options.

Organizations may reevaluate cybersecurity assessment providers because of changing compliance requirements, upcoming SOC reporting periods, new federal obligations, assessment independence considerations, or the need for additional technical testing.

If you're considering another provider for SOC examinations, PCI DSS, ISO 27001, FedRAMP, CMMC, or cybersecurity assessments, Lazarus Alliance welcomes the opportunity to compete for your business.

When Should You Consider Another Assessment Provider?

Obtaining a second proposal may be valuable when:

Your SOC 2 Type 2 reporting period is approaching renewal.
Your organization needs a SOC 1 or SOC 3 examination.
You want to compare SOC examination pricing and deliverables.
You require an ISO 27001 assessment.
You need PCI DSS assessment or penetration testing services.
Your compliance obligations have expanded into FedRAMP or CMMC.
You require independent SOX IT control testing.
You need to coordinate several cybersecurity compliance frameworks.
You want to compare project scheduling and assessment team experience.

Changing providers may involve professional independence requirements, reporting-period considerations, contractual commitments, and applicable regulatory obligations.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lazarus Alliance an alternative to Baker Tilly?

Yes, for independent cybersecurity audits, SOC examinations, security control assessments, and regulatory compliance engagements.

Lazarus Alliance focuses on cybersecurity assessment services, while Baker Tilly provides a broader range of accounting, assurance, tax, consulting, and advisory services.

How does Lazarus Alliance compare with Baker Tilly?

Both organizations offer services relevant to cybersecurity assurance and technology risk.

Lazarus Alliance emphasizes independent cybersecurity assessments, federal and commercial compliance expertise, and a client-focused methodology. Organizations should compare the specific qualifications, scope, deliverables, and pricing applicable to their requirements.

Is Lazarus Alliance a licensed CPA firm?

Lazarus Alliance Compliance is a licensed CPA firm providing applicable SOC examination and attestation services.

The specific engagement is performed subject to applicable professional standards, licensing, and independence requirements.

Can Lazarus Alliance perform SOC 2 Type 1 and Type 2 examinations?

Yes. SOC 2 Type 1 and Type 2 examination services are available through Lazarus Alliance Compliance, a licensed CPA firm.

The appropriate report depends on the organization's objectives, control environment, reporting period, and applicable professional standards.

Does Lazarus Alliance provide SOC 1 examinations?

Yes. Lazarus Alliance Compliance provides SOC 1 examination services involving controls relevant to user entities' internal control over financial reporting.

Does Lazarus Alliance provide ISO 27001 assessments?

Yes. Lazarus Alliance provides ISO/IEC 27001 information security assessment services.

Where accredited certification is required, organizations should confirm the applicable certification body and accreditation scope.

Can Lazarus Alliance perform PCI DSS assessments?

Yes. Lazarus Alliance provides PCI DSS assessment and related technical security testing services, subject to applicable program qualifications and assessment requirements.

Does Lazarus Alliance provide SOX 404 assessments?

Yes. Lazarus Alliance provides IT controls assessments relevant to SOX 404 compliance.

These services are distinct from issuing a financial statement audit opinion.

Can Lazarus Alliance provide FedRAMP assessments?

Yes. Lazarus Alliance provides independent FedRAMP third-party assessment services for cloud service providers pursuing applicable federal security requirements.

Does Lazarus Alliance provide CMMC Level 2 assessments?

Yes. Lazarus Alliance offers CMMC Level 2 assessment services, subject to applicable program authorization, independence, and assessment eligibility requirements.

Can an organization change SOC 2 auditors?

Yes, subject to applicable professional standards, independence considerations, contractual obligations, and reporting-period requirements.

Organizations should coordinate the transition carefully to avoid unnecessary disruption to their examination schedule.

How much does a Lazarus Alliance cybersecurity assessment cost?

Assessment pricing depends on the framework, technical environment, organizational scope, testing requirements, number of locations, reporting period, and anticipated effort.

Lazarus Alliance provides customized proposals based on the engagement requirements.

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Lazarus Alliance is Proactive Cybersecurity®.

Your organization deserves experienced cybersecurity professionals, independent assessments, technically rigorous testing, and dependable client service.

If you're evaluating Baker Tilly or comparing cybersecurity assessment firms, discover what Lazarus Alliance can offer.

26+ Years of Experience | Independent Assessments | International Service

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Lazarus Alliance and Lazarus Alliance Compliance are independent of and are not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Baker Tilly. References to Baker Tilly are provided for comparative informational purposes only.

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