Linford & Company LLP

Linford & Company LLP is a Denver-based Certified Public Accounting firm founded in 2008 that specializes in information technology audits and compliance assessments. The firm is comprised of former Big Four auditors and information security experts who perform SOC 1, SOC 2, HIPAA, HITRUST, FedRAMP, CMMC, and ISO/IEC 27001:2022 audits for organizations worldwide.

The firm's methodology emphasizes minimal business interruption through a four-phase audit process that includes proactive communication throughout. Their team combines deep knowledge of AICPA audit guidance and NIST standards with technical expertise across information and software technologies. Linford & Company holds numerous accreditations including AICPA SOC certification, FedRAMP authorization, HITRUST authorized external assessor status, and CMMC certified assessor credentials.

Since 2008, the firm has expanded its service offerings to include penetration testing, PCI DSS compliance audits, and CSA-STAR certification. Their client base ranges from small and medium-sized businesses to Fortune 500 companies, issuing SOC reports relied upon by major banks and top health insurance companies.

Choose Linford & Company when you need independent IT audit services from experienced professionals with multiple authorizations across compliance frameworks. Their background from Big Four firms combined with information security specialization provides both audit rigor and technical depth.

Expect a structured, minimally invasive audit process with regular communication. The firm's methodology includes readiness assessments for first-year engagements and backwards timeline planning from your target report delivery date. Their multi-disciplinary expertise makes them particularly valuable for organizations requiring multiple compliance certifications or operating in highly regulated environments.

Linford & Company serves healthcare organizations through HIPAA compliance audits using AICPA attestation standards, providing reliable compliance opinions for both covered entities and business associates. The firm holds HITRUST Authorized External Assessor status and performs HITRUST assessments for healthcare clients.

Their SOC reports are utilized by top five health insurance companies, demonstrating acceptance in the healthcare payer market. The firm's experience with HIPAA BAAs and healthcare compliance frameworks positions them to serve health systems, payers, digital health companies, and healthcare technology vendors requiring third-party assurance.

Service organizations requiring SOC reports for their clients, healthcare entities needing HIPAA compliance attestation, cloud service providers seeking FedRAMP authorization, or defense contractors requiring CMMC assessments. Organizations that value predictable audit processes, technical expertise, and reports that will satisfy demanding user organizations including major financial institutions and healthcare payers.