TraceSecurity
TraceSecurity combines a PCI QSA practice with its TraceCSO compliance platform, aimed at community banks, credit unions, and mid-market merchants. The bundled platform-plus-assessor model appeals to organizations that want year-round compliance management, not just an annual assessment.
At a glance
| Headquarters | Baton Rouge, Louisiana |
|---|---|
| Founded | 2004 |
| Firm type | Compliance and security firm (QSA company) with compliance platform |
| ROC planning range | $15K–$75K (published planning range (Sept 2026)) |
| Typical fieldwork window | 4–8 wk |
| Frameworks (per firm) | PCI DSS, SOC 2, HIPAA, GLBA |
| Official website | tracesecurity.com |
Best fit
Financial institutions and mid-market merchants that want a platform plus their assessor.
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Questions about TraceSecurity
Is TraceSecurity a QSA company that can sign a ROC?
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What frameworks does TraceSecurity support?
Per the firm's public materials: PCI DSS, SOC 2, HIPAA, GLBA.
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