The 3PAO (Third-Party Assessment Organization) audit is a critical step in the FedRAMP authorization process. AuditVisor helps Cloud Service Providers (CSPs) manage every aspect of the 3PAO assessment, ensuring a smooth, efficient, and successful audit.
Our team provides end-to-end support, from selecting the right 3PAO to pre-audit preparation, evidence validation, technical walkthroughs, and post-audit remediation tracking.
Effective 3PAO coordination is essential because it:
OPTION 1: On-Site Fieldwork
We will provide you with an itinerary of our on-site visit in advance and work closely with you to make sure the fieldwork runs smoothly. During this time, we'll conduct thorough walkthroughs, assess control effectiveness through testing procedures, gather necessary documentation for review, and more - all while keeping timeliness top of mind. Once completed, we’ll present the initial results during a final exit interview session so that there is clarity around the next steps needed to generate your SOC report. Our aim is 90-95% completion at the end of site visits; ensuring accuracy as well as timely delivery!
OPTION 2:Auditing just got easier - AuditSimple streamlines the process, leveraging technology to provide a virtual audit engagement solution that saves time and effort. Using minimal hardware requirements paired with collaborative software and cameras, we can confidently complete audits in real-time. Additionally, our secure server network provides us with access to required databases used during an audit process; this eliminates manual procedures or lengthy processing times associated with manual processes saving us a considerable amount of time during auditing engagements as well as unnecessary travel time.
We assist in selecting the right FedRAMP-approved 3PAO and define the audit scope, timelines, and expectations.
We validate documentation, evidence, and control implementations and conduct mock audits and walkthroughs to simulate the 3PAO process.
AuditVisor manages scheduling, interviews, evidence reviews, and technical demonstrations to ensure a smooth 3PAO engagement.
We support remediation of audit findings, update POA&M, and assist with final report submission to the FedRAMP PMO or sponsoring agency.
Guidance to identify and engage the right 3PAO based on scope and timelines.
Helps streamline coordination and set clear audit expectations.
A structured checklist validating readiness before the formal assessment.
Includes mock audit outcomes to identify and address issues early.
Verification that all required evidence aligns with FedRAMP controls.
Ensures completeness, accuracy, and audit defensibility.
Supporting materials to assist engineering and security teams during audits.
Helps explain control implementation clearly to auditors.
A structured plan to track findings and remediation activities post-audit.
Ensures timely closure of issues in alignment with FedRAMP expectations.
Deep expertise in FedRAMP Rev 5 and 3PAO expectations
Proven methodology to minimize findings and accelerate audits
Hands-on support for both technical and documentation requirements
Strong coordination with internal teams and 3PAO assessors
End-to-end audit management from preparation to post-assessment remediation
A 3PAO independently assesses your cloud service for FedRAMP compliance, validating technical and procedural controls.
Typically 4–8 weeks depending on the system’s complexity and readiness.
Yes. Our pre-audit validation and mock assessments identify gaps early, reducing the risk of findings.
Absolutely. We provide end-to-end remediation guidance and POA&M management.
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Florida, USA
AUDITVISOR LLC
1007 N FEDERAL HWY F2
Fort Lauderdale FL, 33304 United States
info@auditvisor.com
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"Auditvisor" is the brand name for AUDITVISOR CPA AND ADVISORS LLC, Auditvisor LLC, and Audivisor Solutions LLC. The first two are independently owned and operated licensed CPA firms providing attest services in compliance with relevant regulations and professional standards, while Audivisor Solutions LLC, also independently owned and operated, offers non-attest cybersecurity and compliance consulting and is not a licensed CPA firm. These entities operate under an alternative practice structure to ensure service independence and integrity, with no cross-liability, and references like "our firm" or "we" denote this collaborative structure.
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