HALOCK
HALOCK is a long-running risk and security consultancy whose PCI practice serves merchants and service providers in the Midwest and nationally. It is known for its risk-analysis methodology work, which maps well to PCI DSS v4.x targeted risk analyses.
At a glance
| Headquarters | Schaumburg, Illinois |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1996 |
| Firm type | Risk management and security assessment firm (QSA company) |
| ROC planning range | $15K–$75K (published planning range (Sept 2026)) |
| Typical fieldwork window | 4–8 wk |
| Frameworks (per firm) | PCI DSS, SOC 2, ISO 27001, HIPAA, NIST |
| Official website | halock.com |
Best fit
Mid-market merchants that want risk-led PCI assessments rather than checkbox audits.
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What frameworks does HALOCK support?
Per the firm's public materials: PCI DSS, SOC 2, ISO 27001, HIPAA, NIST.
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