Decrypt Compliance Founder Raymond Cheng Named to Forbes’ Best In-State CPAs List for 2026
August 24, 2026
SAN JOSE, Calif. - - Decrypt Compliance, an AICPA-accredited CPA and cybersecurity advisory firm, announced that its Founder and CEO, Raymond Cheng, has been recognized as one of Forbes' Best In-State CPAs for 2026. Headquartered in San Jose, California, the firm specializes in delivering SOC 1, SOC 2, ISO 27001, and HITRUST audit services designed to help technology companies achieve compliance up to 50% faster than traditional timelines.
Led by Big 4 alumni, Decrypt Compliance bridges the gap between modern tech architectures and rigid regulatory standards. The firm's modern methodology replaces manual evidence gathering with streamlined workflows, empowering B2B SaaS, healthcare-adjacent software, fintech, and AI platforms to secure enterprise-ready security attestations without disrupting product roadmaps.
"Enterprise prospects will not sign contracts until they see a verified SOC 2 report," said Raymond Cheng, Founder and CEO of Decrypt Compliance. "Our recognition by Forbes reinforces our commitment to providing fast, transparent, and rigorous audit services. We take pride in acting as a true partner to tech leaders, taking the friction out of compliance so they can win customer trust and close deals faster."
Key Highlights & Firm Capabilities:
Proven Execution Speed: Delivers signed SOC 2 Type I and Type II audit reports up to 50% faster than industry averages.
Comprehensive Certifications: Fully licensed by the California Board of Accountancy (#9491), AICPA-accredited for SOC examinations, MSCB-365 accredited for ISO 27001, and an Authorized HITRUST Assessment Provider.
Built for Modern Tech Stacks: Custom-tailored audit strategies engineered specifically for cloud-native infrastructure, serverless platforms, and AI data systems.
End-to-End Compliance Coverage: Provides full-spectrum compliance solutions including SOC 1, SOC 2, ISO 27001, HITRUST, HIPAA, and GDPR assessments.
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