A-LIGN Compliance and Security, Inc.

A-LIGN is a leading provider of cybersecurity compliance, audit, and risk management solutions, headquartered in Tampa, Florida, United States. The company's core mission is to help organizations navigate complex regulatory environments, build trust through independent assessments, and mitigate cybersecurity risks. [6, 9, 17, 20, 38]

A-LIGN offers a comprehensive suite of services, including assessments for SOC 1, SOC 2, ISO 27001, HITRUST, FedRAMP, CMMC, and PCI DSS, alongside penetration testing, vulnerability assessments, and advisory services. The company leverages its proprietary audit management platform, A-SCEND, to streamline compliance automation and enhance the audit experience. A-LIGN serves over 5,700 global organizations, including technology companies, SaaS providers, healthcare organizations, and enterprises operating in highly regulated industries. [5, 6, 8, 9, 17, 20, 21, 26, 30, 31, 34, 38, 39, 40, 51]

In July 2025, Hg, a leading software and services investor, acquired a majority stake in A-LIGN, valuing the company at $1 billion. [20, 22, 28] Led by CEO Scott Price and President Steve Simmons, A-LIGN continues to expand its global footprint, including a new London hub opened in February 2026. [4, 6, 14, 16, 35] The company also unveiled new AI-powered capabilities in its A-SCEND platform in March 2026 and released its 2026 Compliance Benchmark Report in January 2026. [14, 19, 30] A-LIGN is recognized as the number one issuer of SOC 2 reports globally and a top three FedRAMP assessor, solidifying its market positioning as a high-quality and efficient cybersecurity compliance partner. [8, 9, 20, 26, 30, 37, 38, 40, 51]