A Trusted Partnership: GRC Concierge & Johanson Group
November 3, 2025
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Compliance is often seen as a burden, a necessary step to earn customer trust but one that takes teams away from innovation and growth. At GRC Concierge, we believe compliance can be a business enabler when it is approached with the right combination of expertise, tools, and collaboration. That’s why our partnership with Johanson Group, a leading independent audit firm, is such a natural fit for the clients we serve together.
A Seamless Client Experience
Together, GRC Concierge and Johanson Group help organizations achieve and maintain SOC 2, ISO 27001, and other frameworks with confidence. GRC Concierge works side by side with clients year-round to build security programs, implement controls, map risks, and ensure evidence is ready well before an auditor shows up.
When it is time for the audit, Johanson Group steps in seamlessly, ensuring independence while leveraging the organized foundation already built with our team. The result is a smoother, faster, and far less stressful compliance journey. Instead of scrambling for documentation or worrying about gaps, clients can focus on running their business knowing both partners are aligned in supporting their long-term success.
Independence with Integrity
One of the cornerstones of this partnership is maintaining the integrity of the audit process. GRC Concierge never performs the audit itself, that is Johanson Group’s role. Instead, we prepare clients thoroughly, guiding them through the process and ensuring they are ready. Johanson Group, in turn, provides the objective, independent review required for certification. This balance is critical: clients benefit from cohesive experience without ever compromising the independence that compliance demands.
“Since we have shared values when it comes to things like integrity and transparency, it makes for a strong foundation that our clients can depend on. Together, GRC Concierge and Johanson Group continue to deliver exceptional results and peace of mind.” – Ryan Johanson, Partner & Co-Founder of Johanson Group.
For more than a decade, Johanson Group has provided tailored audit services to public and private organizations globally across a variety of industries. Unlike other compliance firms, Johanson Group has dedicated staff to ensure every client has a clear line of communication throughout the audit process. Whether you’re seeking SOC 2, ISO 27001, PCI DSS, HIPAA, or GDPR, Johanson Group is with you every step of the way, ready to answer any questions you may have. With this commitment to transparency and our pursuit of providing the highest level of technical support, our goal is to help every customer achieve the security and compliance posture that best meets their unique needs.
“Our mission at GRC Concierge is to take the stress out of compliance and turn it into a foundation for growth,” said Tiffani Westerman, CEO of GRC Concierge. “Partnering with Johanson Group ensures our clients get the best of both worlds: hands-on support throughout the year and the assurance of a truly independent audit when it matters most.”
Building Trust Together
Ultimately, our shared mission is simple: help organizations build trust with their customers, partners, and stakeholders. By combining hands-on compliance support with independent assurance, GRC Concierge and Johanson Group show how partnerships can make compliance both seamless and credible.
About GRC Concierge
GRC Concierge is a security and compliance services company that helps organizations turn compliance into a growth enabler. Our team of GRC Engineers, vCISOs, and cloud security experts work hands-on with clients to design, implement, and maintain programs aligned with frameworks such as SOC 2, ISO 27001, HIPAA, and NIST. We provide white-glove support year-round through managed services, internal audits, risk management, and vendor due diligence, ensuring compliance is always in motion and not just a once-a-year project. Trusted by SaaS, healthcare, and enterprise organizations, GRC Concierge combines deep expertise with a concierge-style approach to make security and compliance seamless, scalable, and business-ready.
Learn more at grcconcierge.com.