Network Penetration Testing (PenTesting)
If your business was attacked tomorrow, would you know where attackers got in? Most organizations don't find out until it's too late. Network Penetration Testing lets you find the answer first — by simulating a real-world attack against your environment before a malicious actor does it for you.
Cyber insurers, compliance frameworks, and industry regulations increasingly require documented penetration testing as a condition of coverage and certification. Don't wait for an audit — or a breach — to find out where your gaps are.
Penetration testing goes beyond automated scanning — it involves certified security professionals actively attempting to exploit vulnerabilities in your environment using the same tools, techniques, and tactics that real-world attackers use.
What PenTesting Is
A controlled, authorized simulation of a cyberattack conducted by certified security experts. Testers actively attempt to exploit discovered vulnerabilities to determine what an attacker could actually access — providing real-world evidence of your security gaps and their potential business impact.
What PenTesting Is NOT
A vulnerability scan or automated tool report. Vulnerability scans identify known weaknesses — penetration testing goes further by actively attempting to exploit them, chain vulnerabilities together, and demonstrate exactly how an attacker would move through your environment if they gained access.
We offer a range of penetration testing services designed to assess different layers of your attack surface — from your internal network to your web-facing applications and your employees.
Internal Network Penetration Test
Simulates an attacker who has gained initial access inside your network — testing what they could access, escalate, or exfiltrate from within. Reveals lateral movement risks, privilege escalation paths, and critical asset exposure.
External Network Penetration Test
Tests your perimeter from the outside — attempting to breach your organization through internet-facing systems, open ports, misconfigured services, and exposed vulnerabilities that an attacker would target from the public internet.
Every penetration test follows a structured methodology — ensuring thorough coverage, clear communication, and actionable results your team can act on immediately.
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Scoping & Rules of EngagementWe work with your team to define the scope of the test — what systems, networks, and applications are in-scope — and establish clear rules of engagement so testing is controlled, authorized, and does not disrupt operations.
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Reconnaissance & Intelligence GatheringOur testers gather information about your environment the same way an attacker would — through open-source intelligence (OSINT), DNS enumeration, and passive discovery — building a picture of your external attack surface before active testing begins.
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Vulnerability Discovery & AnalysisActive scanning, manual testing, and expert analysis identify vulnerabilities across the defined scope — including misconfigurations, unpatched systems, weak credentials, and logic flaws that automated tools miss.
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Exploitation & Attack SimulationCertified testers actively attempt to exploit discovered vulnerabilities — demonstrating real-world impact through controlled exploitation, privilege escalation, and lateral movement within the approved scope.
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Reporting & Risk PrioritizationA detailed report is delivered within days of testing — including an executive summary for leadership, technical findings with proof-of-concept evidence, risk-rated vulnerability inventory, and prioritized remediation recommendations.
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Remediation Support & Re-TestingWe don't just hand over a report and walk away. Our team is available to support your remediation efforts — and we offer re-testing to confirm that identified vulnerabilities have been successfully addressed.
Every engagement produces clear, actionable documentation that your technical team, leadership, and compliance stakeholders can all use.
Executive Summary Report
Full Technical Findings Report
Risk-Rated Vulnerability Inventory
Prioritized Remediation Roadmap
Proof-of-Concept Evidence
Compliance Documentation Letter
Remediation Re-Test Option
Post-Test Debrief & Consultation
Many organizations mistakenly believe a vulnerability scan is the same as a penetration test. They are not — and the difference matters significantly for your security posture and compliance standing.
| Consideration | Vulnerability Scan | Penetration Test |
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| Who performs it | Automated tool | ✓ Certified human security expert |
| What it finds | Known, catalogued vulnerabilities | ✓ Known + unknown + chained vulnerabilities |
| Exploitation | ✗ Does not attempt to exploit | ✓ Actively exploits to prove real risk |
| Business impact | ✗ Does not demonstrate impact | ✓ Shows what an attacker could actually access |
| False positives | High — many findings require manual validation | ✓ Validated findings only — no noise |
| Compliance value | Meets basic scanning requirements only | ✓ Satisfies PCI DSS, HIPAA, CMMC, cyber insurance |
| Frequency | Can run continuously or frequently | ✓ Run as frequently as needed — no extra cost with Avert |
| Cost | Low | Moderate — but significantly less than a breach |
Penetration testing is no longer optional for many organizations. These industries and situations commonly require or strongly benefit from regular penetration testing.
Healthcare organizations subject to HIPAA security requirements
Businesses that process credit cards under PCI DSS
Government contractors with CMMC or NIST requirements
Organizations applying for or renewing cyber insurance
Companies pursuing SOC 2 Type II certification
Professional services firms handling sensitive client data
Growing businesses that have not tested their environment
Any organization that has recently experienced a security incident
We combine certified expertise, real-world testing methodology, and a commitment to making penetration testing accessible and actionable for businesses of all sizes.
Certified Testers
Our penetration tests are conducted by certified security professionals using industry-standard methodologies — not automated scanners with a report attached.
Affordable Pricing
Our solution is typically about 50% the cost of other providers — making quality penetration testing accessible without sacrificing depth or rigor.
Fast Turnaround
Real-time results during testing with full reports delivered within days — not weeks. You won't be waiting a month to understand your risk.
Compliance Ready
Our reports are structured to satisfy cyber insurance, PCI DSS, HIPAA, CMMC, and SOC 2 requirements — with documentation your auditors will accept.
Remediation Support
We don't just find problems and leave. We support your team through remediation and offer re-testing to confirm findings have been resolved.
Ongoing Testing Options
Monthly penetration testing available at no additional cost — keeping your security posture validated continuously as your environment evolves.
Find Your Vulnerabilities Before Attackers Do
Schedule a penetration test today and get the evidence you need to strengthen your defenses, satisfy compliance requirements, and protect your business.
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