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Cybersecurity Audit & Compliance

Cybersecurity Audit & Compliance

Authorized CMMC C3PAO, FedRAMP 3PAO, SOC 2 & PCI DSS QSA assessments. Independent cybersecurity assessments designed for efficiency, clarity, and defensible compliance outcomes.

Independent Cybersecurity Assessments

Independent Cybersecurity Assessments

Lazarus Alliance provides independent cybersecurity assessments, audits, examinations, and certification services that help organizations demonstrate security and compliance. Our accredited and authorized professionals assess organizations against leading frameworks and standards, including CMMC, FedRAMP, SOC 1/2/3, PCI DSS, ISO, NIST, and other regulatory and industry requirements.

Original Cybersecurity Research

Original Cybersecurity Research

Lazarus Alliance Research publishes original, aggregate, and anonymized cybersecurity assessment and audit data derived from completed client engagements. Our benchmark research provides empirical insights into assessment duration, evidence requirements, common findings and exceptions, scope complexity, and other factors that influence cybersecurity compliance outcomes across CMMC, FedRAMP, SOC 2, and additional frameworks.

Government & Defense Cybersecurity

Government & Defense Cybersecurity

Lazarus Alliance helps federal agencies, defense contractors, cloud service providers, and organizations in the Defense Industrial Base navigate complex cybersecurity assessment and compliance requirements. Our expertise spans CMMC, FedRAMP, NIST SP 800-171, NIST SP 800-53, DFARS, FISMA, and other federal security requirements, combining independent assessment expertise with practical knowledge gained from real-world cybersecurity engagements.

Lazarus Alliance Research

Original cybersecurity audit, assessment, and compliance intelligence derived from aggregate, anonymized engagement data.

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2026 FedRAMP Assessment Benchmark Report
75Completed SOC 2 Assessments Analyzed
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28Completed CJIS Assessments Analyzed
2026 CJIS Assessment Benchmark Report
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Frequently Asked Questions

Lazarus Alliance is a veteran-owned global provider of Proactive Cybersecurity® services. For over 26 years, we have delivered audit, compliance, risk management, privacy, penetration testing, and governance solutions to organizations of all sizes across every industry and jurisdiction.

Proactive Cybersecurity® is our core philosophy of stopping threats before they become problems. We focus on continuous monitoring, real-time risk management, and building sustainable programs instead of reactive “check-the-box” audits.

Lazarus Alliance provides CMMC C3PAO assessments, FedRAMP 3PAO assessments, SOC 2 examinations, PCI DSS QSA audits, risk assessments, privacy impact assessments, vulnerability and penetration testing, policy and governance development, and Cybervisor® advisory services.

Call +1-888-896-7580 or complete the form on this page for a free, no-obligation consultation with one of our expert Cybervisors®.

We deliver a collaborative, concierge-level experience rather than an adversarial audit. Our Continuum GRC IT Audit Machine® and Cybervisor® advisors typically reduce assessment timelines by 40–50% while improving evidence quality and first-submission success rates.

A Cybervisor® is our senior-level, AI-enhanced cybersecurity advisor who works as an extension of your team. They provide strategic guidance, hands-on implementation, and continuous support to accelerate compliance and strengthen your overall security posture.

Yes. We partner with organizations of all sizes, from startups to global enterprises like Cisco and Vanguard, across every major industry. Our efficient methodology makes compliance achievable without unnecessary complexity or cost.

Absolutely. We support clients worldwide with deep expertise in both U.S. and international regulations, including CCPA, PIPEDA, DPDP, and other global privacy and cybersecurity requirements.

Phone consultations: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM MST. Form and email inquiries receive a next-business-day response.

Expert Publications

Expert Publications deliver timely cybersecurity insights, regulatory analysis, and practical guidance from Lazarus Alliance experts on emerging threats, compliance requirements, industry developments, and evolving security standards.

Lazarus Alliance FedRAMP 20x Phase 4 graphic announcing the Class D pilot and RFC-0033 and RFC-0034 comment window closing October 9, 2026.
FedRAMP 20x Phase 4 Is Open: Class D Pilot and RFC Window | Lazarus Alliance

On September 9, 2026, FedRAMP opened two Requests for Comment that start Phase 4:

  • RFC-0033 — 20x Phase 4 Development Tracks for 20x Class D
  • RFC-0034 — Technical Advisory Group Changes

Both close October 9, 2026.

This is not a Marketplace listing day. It is the planning window for High. Class B and Class C pipelines opened August 31. Phase 4 is how FedRAMP takes 20x to Class D — the former High baseline — and how it starts writing rules for self-hosted and hybrid-hosted services that Phase 1–3 left behind.

Providers who want a seat in the Class D pilot have one hard gate: a CR26-compliant FedRAMP 20x Class C Certification before December 1, 2026.

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M&A Cybersecurity: 7 Lazarus Alliance Risk Assessments
M&A Cybersecurity: 7 Lazarus Alliance Risk Assessments

In 2026, organizations pursuing mergers and acquisitions face an increasingly complex threat landscape where cybersecurity gaps can derail deals worth billions. Lazarus Alliance approaches M&A cybersecurity due diligence through seven proprietary risk assessments that integrate technical controls, governance frameworks, and regulatory mapping to deliver actionable intelligence before integration begins.

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SOC 2 + AI Controls: Lazarus Alliance Governance Audits
SOC 2 + AI Controls: Lazarus Alliance Governance Audits

In 2026, organizations integrating AI and machine learning into core operations face a critical gap: standard SOC 2 reports no longer suffice for demonstrating control effectiveness over autonomous systems. Lazarus Alliance governance audits address this by extending SOC 2 Trust Services Criteria with AI-specific control layers that map directly to NIST 800-53, ISO 27001, and emerging AI risk frameworks, delivering measurable assurance for CISOs and compliance officers.

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FedRAMP Surge: 5 Key Compliance Assessments by Lazarus Alliance
FedRAMP Surge: 5 Key Compliance Assessments by Lazarus

The 2026 FedRAMP and GovRAMP authorization surge reflects a decisive shift toward mandatory cloud-first architectures across federal and state agencies. Lazarus Alliance has observed a 47% increase in assessment requests compared to prior periods, driven by updated White House cloud mandates and expanded state-level procurement rules. This surge demands rigorous, multi-framework compliance strategies rather than checkbox exercises.

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