Penetration Testing
Gauge performance and improve your team’s readiness through comprehensive penetration testing
Testing to point you in the right direction
We simulate real-world attacks to identify flaws in your environment
Verify defenses
Evaluate the effectiveness of your existing security defenses and controls against attack
Learn about vulnerabilities
Gain insight into the full extent of potential flaws in your environment
Assess staff security awareness
Ensure personnel are well-versed on social engineering tactics
Targeting critical assets
Our integrated approach combines strategies into an engagement that zeroes in on vulnerabilities
Penetration Testing Services | TrustedSec
What is Penetration Testing?
Penetration testing services (also known as pen testing services) are simulated cyberattacks designed to identify and exploit vulnerabilities in your organization’s digital infrastructure. These tests uncover weak points in your security before malicious actors can take advantage, ensuring your systems are fortified against real-world threats.
At TrustedSec, we combine industry-leading tools, methodologies, and expertise to provide a thorough, real-world assessment of your security posture.
Why Choose TrustedSec for Penetration Testing?
- Expertise You Can Count On: Our team consists of seasoned ethical hackers with years of experience performing security penetration testing for businesses of all sizes and industries. From healthcare to finance, retail to manufacturing, we’ve seen it all—and we know how to secure it all.
- Real-World Threat Simulations: We don’t just scan for vulnerabilities; we think like attackers. Our penetration testing services mimic the tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) used by cybercriminals to identify gaps in your defenses.
- Actionable Insights: We go beyond identifying vulnerabilities. TrustedSec provides detailed reports with prioritized recommendations to strengthen your security posture. Every penetration test service comes with clear, actionable guidance to help your team remediate risks effectively.
- Compliance-Focused: Whether you’re meeting PCI DSS, HIPAA, or SOC 2 requirements, our pen testing services help you achieve compliance while enhancing your overall security.
With TrustedSec, you can:
- Improve your team’s organizational readiness
- Gauge current performance levels
- Improve training for defenders
- Increase end-user Information Security awareness
- Evaluate the effectiveness of your IT security defenses and controls
- Gain objective insight into vulnerabilities that may exist within your environment
What Does a Penetration Test Involve?
Our pen testing services involve a systematic, real-world evaluation of your organization's security by simulating cyberattacks to uncover and address vulnerabilities before attackers exploit them. Your test will include:
- Discovery & Scoping: We work with your team to understand your environment, business goals, and compliance needs. This ensures the penetration test is tailored to your unique requirements.
- Reconnaissance: We gather information about your systems, networks, and applications to uncover potential attack vectors.
- Vulnerability Identification: Using advanced tools and manual techniques, our experts identify vulnerabilities in your environment.
- Exploitation: We simulate real-world attacks to test whether vulnerabilities can be exploited. This includes attempts to access sensitive data, escalate privileges, or disrupt operations.
- Reporting & Recommendations: Receive a comprehensive report detailing findings, risk levels, and actionable recommendations. Our team will walk you through the results, ensuring you understand the path to improved security.
- Validation Testing: After you’ve addressed identified vulnerabilities, we retest to confirm they’ve been successfully mitigated.
Who Needs Penetration Testing?
Penetration testing services are essential for:
- Businesses handling sensitive customer data
- Organizations subject to regulatory compliance requirements
- Companies implementing new systems, applications, or infrastructure
- IT teams wanting to stay ahead of evolving cyber threats
Benefits of Penetration Testing with TrustedSec
Engaging in a penetration test with TrustedSec empowers your organization to:
- Proactively Identify Weaknesses: Address vulnerabilities before attackers can exploit them.
- Improve Incident Response: Prepare your team with real-world attack scenarios.
- Achieve Compliance: Meet and exceed industry regulations and standards.
- Build Customer Trust: Demonstrate your commitment to securing sensitive data.
Security expertise meets security passion
Meet the talented, security-obsessed team invested in achieving your goals.
Larry Spohn
Practice Lead, ForceLarry Spohn is a highly experienced security consultant with over 20 years of experience in the industry and a proven track record of success in assessing and improving the security posture of organizations of all sizes. Larry is not only a skilled technical analyst with a deep understanding of security threats and vulnerabilities, but he is also an excellent communicator and trainer who is adept at conveying complex security concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Costa Petros
Senior Security ConsultantCosta Petros performs a wide array of Penetration Testing but specializes in Social Engineering and Physical Penetration Testing from a Penetration Test and Red Team perspective. In addition, he has spoken as a subject matter expert at conferences, client focused training sessions, plus client vendor and customer webinars and meetings.
Mike Owens
Senior Security ConsultantMike helps clients implement practical, systematic improvements in their security programs to solve problems before they result in security incidents. Recent focus areas include hardening public cloud environments, securing backups against ransomware, guiding adoption of core security controls frameworks, and custom, hands-on services to support unique client needs.
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Talk to an Expert About Penetration Testing
At TrustedSec, we don’t just deliver penetration test services—we build lasting partnerships. Our goal is to empower your organization to stay one step ahead of cyber threats while maintaining a robust, resilient security posture. Ready to take the next step?
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