Security Audits That Actually Drive Improvement
An audit isn't just a compliance checkbox. It's a structured look at your administrative, technical, and physical controls, and a clear map of what to fix, in what order.
150+ Controls Reviewed
Supports ISO 27001, SOC 2, and More
What's at Stake Without Regular Audits
Security gaps don't just expose you to hackers, they expose your entire business to regulatory fines, lost clients, and operational disruption.
$4.45M
Average Data Breach Cost
The global average cost of a data breach reached an all-time high, and keeps climbing year over year.
277 Days
Average Detection Time
Organizations without regular audits take nearly 9 months to identify and contain breaches.
60%
SMBs Close After Breach
Small businesses that suffer a significant breach often cannot recover from the financial and reputational damage.
83%
Face Repeat Attacks
Organizations breached once are highly likely to be targeted again, attackers share what works.
Every day without an audit is another day of unknown risk
Proactive audits cost a fraction of what a breach will cost you. Remediation is always cheaper than response.
The Difference an Audit Makes
See how organizations transform their security posture with structured, expert-led audits.
| Security Aspect | Without Audits | With iO Audits |
|---|---|---|
| Vulnerability Detection | Unknown blind spots | Complete visibility |
| Compliance Status | Hope-based assurance | Verified compliance |
| Security Posture | Reactive firefighting | Proactive defense |
| Board Reporting | Vague assurances | Evidence-based metrics |
| Incident Response | Chaos and confusion | Tested playbooks |
| Cyber Insurance | Higher premiums, denied claims | Stronger applications, lower rates |
| Audit Readiness | Last-minute scramble | Always prepared |
| Customer Trust | Reputation at risk | Competitive advantage |
Choose Your Assessment Type
From quick readiness checks to comprehensive security audits, we have the right assessment for your needs.
Full Security Audit
Most Comprehensive
4-6 weeks
Comprehensive evaluation of your entire security program across administrative, technical, and physical controls.
- All three control categories assessed
- Full findings report with severity ratings
- Remediation roadmap with timelines
- Executive summary for leadership
- Compliance framework mapping
- Post-audit debrief session
Compliance-Specific Audit
Most Popular
2–4 weeks
Assessment mapped directly to a specific framework — SOC 2, HIPAA, CMMC, or PCI DSS.
- Framework-specific control mapping
- Control-by-control gap analysis
- Evidence matrix included
- Remediation prioritized by compliance impact
- Auditor-ready documentation
Gap Assessment
1–2 weeks
Identify specific gaps between your current security posture and your target compliance framework. Get a prioritized roadmap with effort estimates.
- Framework mapping
- Gap identification and risk ranking
- Prioritized remediation plan
- Resource and effort estimates
- Quick wins identification
Pre-Audit Readiness Review
Quick Turnaround
1 week
Prepare for a formal third-party audit with confidence.
- Mock audit scenarios
- Documentation review
- Interview preparation
- Readiness scorecard
- Evidence collection guidance
Physical Security Audit
1–2 weeks
Focused assessment of facility access controls, surveillance systems, visitor management, environmental controls, and physical security procedures.
- Facility access control review
- Surveillance and monitoring assessment
- Visitor management evaluation
- Environmental controls check
- Physical security policy review
- Virtual site audits supported
Policy & Governance Review
1-4 weeks Focused review of your security policies, procedures, and governance structure.
- Current policy assessment
- Gap identification against frameworks
- Governance structure review
- Recommendations for updates
From Kickoff to Comprehensive Report
Our streamlined process delivers thorough results in just 20 business days — most audits complete in 2–4 weeks.
Discovery
Days 1–3
Doc Review
Days 4–7
Technical
Days 8–12
Interviews
Days 13–15
Reporting
Days 16–20
20 Business Days
150+ Controls Tested
10+ Frameworks Covered
1 Executive Briefing
Comprehensive Deliverables
Our reports are built to be acted on, not filed away.
Executive Summary
Board-ready overview with key findings, risk ratings, and strategic recommendations.
Detailed Findings Report
Comprehensive analysis of all controls tested with evidence, severity ratings, and specific remediation guidance for each finding.
Remediation Roadmap
Prioritized action items with effort estimates, timelines, and quick wins identified.
Controls Matrix
Spreadsheet mapping your controls to framework requirements.
Executive Briefing
Live presentation of findings to your leadership team with Q&A.
Technical Walkthrough
A live presentation with your organization's technical teams to review technical findings.
Audits for Every Framework
Our certified auditors have deep expertise across all major compliance frameworks and standards.
Framework Coverage
- HIPAA
- NIST CSF
- ISO 27001
- SOC 2
- PCI DSS
- FTC Safeguards
- CMMC
- GDPR
Trusted by Security Leaders
“Input Output helped us and our client to meet ISO 27001 certification standards to meet the requirements of a large client. Input Output first performed a full gap assessment to identify all of our security and compliance gaps."
- JB, Joseph Bacino, CEO, Progression in Technology
Audit FAQ
How long does a typical security audit take?
A comprehensive security audit typically takes 2–4 weeks depending on scope.
Will the audit disrupt our daily operations?
What frameworks and standards do you audit against?
What do we need to prepare before the audit?
How are findings prioritized in your reports?
Do you provide support after the audit is complete?
What's the difference between an audit, a pen test, and a vulnerability assessment?
Are your auditors certified?
Ready to Discover Your Security Gaps?
Schedule a free consultation to discuss your security audit needs.
What to Expect
- 30-minute discovery call
- Custom scope recommendation
- Transparent pricing proposal
- No obligation to proceed
- Flexible scheduling available
Free sample audit report available upon request.