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Most startups and growing companies face the same uncomfortable reality: they need enterprise-grade security and compliance to win enterprise customers, but they cannot afford to hire a full security team to build and maintain it. Agency was built specifically to close that gap. It is a forward-deployed AI cybersecurity and compliance platform (backed by Y Combinator) that replaces the traditional model of building an in-house security function by deploying a suite of proprietary AI agents, operated by forward-deployed engineers, to run your entire security and compliance program on your behalf.

The operational heart of the platform is Agency Comply, which manages end-to-end compliance execution across the major regulatory frameworks that buyers and regulators demand: SOC 2, ISO 27001, HIPAA, GDPR, CMMC 2.0, FedRAMP, HITRUST, ISO 42001, and more. Rather than simply helping teams prepare for audits, Agency operates the program continuously, implementing controls, collecting evidence, monitoring posture, and coordinating with auditors. For companies pursuing their first SOC 2 or managing multi-framework compliance simultaneously, this removes the need to hire a dedicated compliance lead or engage expensive consultants for recurring work.

Underpinning Agency Comply is Armada PSCO, the platform's proprietary control ontology. It maps every control across all supported frameworks into a unified structure, meaning that controls implemented for SOC 2 automatically satisfy corresponding requirements in ISO 27001, HIPAA, and other mapped frameworks. This cross-framework efficiency is what allows organizations to scale compliance coverage without scaling headcount linearly as they add new certifications.

The AI layer consists of 13 purpose-built products covering the full security and compliance lifecycle. Key components include Verse C2 (the command-and-control orchestration layer), Umberto for vendor risk management, Rumi AI for natural-language access to compliance intelligence, Ringwraith for policy and access governance, and Agency MDR for managed detection and response. These are not generic AI features added on top of an existing GRC tool; they are built specifically to execute security operations in complex environments including BYOD fleets, contractor networks, and multi-party systems where standard GRC automation platforms typically fall short.

Beyond compliance, Agency handles penetration testing, vendor risk assessments, questionnaire response automation, and trust and transparency reporting through its Auditnex and CustodyID products. The platform integrates with leading GRC tools like Vanta and Drata, as well as security tools including CrowdStrike, so it works alongside existing infrastructure rather than requiring a full stack replacement. Over 600 companies trust Agency, and through its dedicated Agency for Startups program it provides early-stage ventures with access to enterprise-grade security benefits that would normally be inaccessible at their stage.

• A full security program without hiring a security team: The core value proposition is the one that resonates most consistently in the market: Agency gives companies the equivalent of a virtual CISO, a compliance team, and a monitoring function, all running on their behalf through AI agents operated by forward-deployed engineers. For a startup that cannot justify the cost of a full-time CISO ($250,000+ annually in most markets), this represents a genuinely different cost structure for achieving enterprise-grade security posture.

• Cross-framework compliance with no redundant effort: Armada PSCO's unified control ontology is a meaningful differentiator. When a company earns its SOC 2, the work done to implement and evidence those controls is automatically mapped to ISO 27001, HIPAA, and other applicable frameworks. Teams expanding into regulated markets, responding to enterprise security reviews, or pursuing new certifications do not have to restart compliance work from scratch. The compounding effect of this architecture becomes more valuable as the number of required frameworks grows.

• Solves compliance problems that standard GRC automation cannot: Tools like Vanta and Drata automate evidence collection and monitoring for environments where infrastructure is managed and homogeneous. Agency is specifically designed for the harder problems: BYOD environments, contractor fleets, remote workers on personal devices, multi-party systems, and insider risk scenarios. These are the security challenges that cause the most compliance friction in real-world startup and mid-market environments and where point-solution GRC automation consistently underdelivers.

• Startup program provides meaningful access at early stages: The Agency for Startups program, which has supported over 200 Y Combinator, TechStars, and VC-backed ventures, gives early-stage companies access to cybersecurity resources, CrowdStrike tooling, and compliance infrastructure at terms suited to their stage. For founders who know they will need to pass security reviews to close enterprise deals, having a credible security posture from the early days removes a frequently cited blocker in sales cycles.

• Rated 4.9/5 on G2 with multiple category badges: Agency holds multiple G2 recognition badges including Easiest to Use and Best ROI, which is an unusual combination for a security product. The consistent theme in reviews is that the service genuinely reduces the compliance burden rather than simply repackaging existing automation tools into a dashboard.

• Pricing is not publicly disclosed: Agency does not publish pricing on its website. Engagements require a direct conversation with the team to scope and price. For organizations comparing vendors across a defined budget, the absence of transparent pricing adds evaluation time and makes it harder to assess cost relative to alternatives like Vanta, Drata, or Thoropass without committing to a sales process.

• A managed service model that requires ongoing trust in a third party: Because Agency operates your security and compliance program on your behalf rather than simply providing software for your team to use, the relationship is closer to a managed security service provider than a SaaS subscription. This is a strength for organizations without internal security resources, but a potential concern for companies that want hands-on control of their compliance program or have internal policies around data access and third-party governance. The level of access Agency's forward-deployed engineers require to your environment is meaningful and warrants careful evaluation.

• More complex than point solutions for narrow compliance needs: A startup that only needs a SOC 2 Type I report and has a relatively simple technical environment might find that a lighter tool like Vanta handles the job adequately at lower cost. Agency's depth and breadth are most justified when compliance requirements are complex, multi-framework, or involve non-standard environments. For simpler use cases, the investment may exceed the need.

• Still a young company in a rapidly evolving category: Founded relatively recently and still in an active growth phase, Agency is building out a category that is itself evolving quickly. The platform's product surface is expanding fast, which brings innovation but also some of the operational variability inherent in scaling an AI-powered managed service. Organizations with zero tolerance for inconsistency in their compliance programs should factor this into their assessment.

Agency does not publish public pricing. Engagements are scoped and priced based on company size, the number of compliance frameworks required, the complexity of the technical environment (including BYOD, contractor fleets, or multi-party systems), and the level of support needed. The platform is available across three company stage tiers: Startups, Mid-Market, and Enterprise, each reflecting a different scope of service and level of forward-deployed engineering involvement.

A dedicated Agency for Startups program exists for early-stage, VC-backed companies, offering access to cybersecurity benefits, CrowdStrike tooling, and compliance infrastructure at startup-appropriate terms. This program has served over 200 YC, TechStars, and VC-backed ventures. All engagements require a direct conversation with the Agency team to determine the right scope.