Penetration Testing as a Service
Year-round testing that keeps pace with change
Our PTaaS model replaces the once-a-year snapshot with continuous, expert-validated testing, so weaknesses are found and fixed before an attacker gets there.
Discuss a PTaaS package How it works
- CREST & CHECK accredited testers
- UK-based account team
- Live results platform
- No-obligation scoping call
Overview
Why a single annual test is no longer enough
Traditional penetration testing captures your security at one moment in time. The day after the report lands, new systems go live, code is released and configurations drift, leaving gaps that nobody is looking at until the next engagement.
Penetration Testing as a Service changes that. Rather than a one-off project, you get an ongoing programme that follows your attack surface as it evolves. Automated assessment runs alongside skilled human testers, and every finding is managed in a single online platform instead of scattered across PDFs and spreadsheets.
Our PTaaS offering is delivered in partnership with Rootshell Security, a CREST and CHECK accredited provider. It brings together penetration testing, managed vulnerability scanning, attack surface management and red teaming under one 12-month agreement, shaped around your objectives, risk appetite and budget.
What's included
What our PTaaS programme includes
A blend of automation and consultant expertise, delivered and tracked through one platform.
Continuous reassessment
Your environment is retested as it changes, not just on an anniversary date. New exposures are surfaced while they are still fresh.
Exploitability-led prioritisation
We focus your attention on issues that can genuinely be exploited, rather than ranking everything by raw severity score.
Expert validation
Experienced consultants verify automated output, cutting out noise and false positives before they reach your team.
Managed vulnerability scanning
Scheduled scanning of external infrastructure and web applications keeps a constant eye on known weaknesses.
Attack surface management
Ongoing discovery of your internet-facing assets means forgotten or newly exposed systems do not slip through the net.
Live exploit intelligence
Findings are enriched with threat intelligence, and you are alerted when a vulnerability in your estate becomes actively exploited in the wild.
How it works
How a PTaaS engagement runs
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Scope and plan
We agree targets, access, timelines, communication routes and which service tier best fits your organisation.
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Reconnaissance and assessment
Passive and active information gathering maps your entry points, followed by automated scanning and manual testing for logic flaws and misconfigurations.
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Controlled exploitation
Testers carefully attempt to exploit what they find, including privilege escalation, while monitoring activity to avoid disrupting live services.
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Report through the platform
Each issue is rated for severity and business risk, with exploitation detail and clear remediation guidance available on your dashboard.
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Retest and keep watching
Fixes are retested to confirm they work, and continuous monitoring flags newly exploitable vulnerabilities for the rest of the contract.
Benefits
The business case for PTaaS
Shorter exposure windows
Vulnerabilities are detected sooner, reducing the time an attacker has to take advantage of them.
Specialist skills without the headcount
Access an experienced testing team without the cost of building and retaining one in-house.
Faster, clearer remediation
Tailored fix guidance and platform workflows help your engineers resolve issues efficiently and track progress.
Stronger compliance evidence
Ongoing, documented testing helps you demonstrate alignment with key industry standards and regulatory expectations.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What does a PTaaS package include?
Packages can combine penetration testing, managed vulnerability scanning, attack surface management and red team assessments into a single continuous programme. We help you choose a tier, or build a custom mix, to suit your objectives and budget.
How is PTaaS contracted and billed?
PTaaS runs on a 12-month agreement. Payment can be made monthly or annually, depending on what works best for your organisation.
What can be tested?
Scope can cover web and mobile applications, external and internal infrastructure, wireless networks, operating systems, hardware and firewalls, among other targets. We will work with you to define what matters most.
Can testing be carried out remotely?
Yes. A secure testing device installed on your network allows consultants to work from a Security Operations Centre as though they were on site, so your teams can carry on as normal.
How does penetration testing differ from vulnerability scanning?
Vulnerability scanning is automated and identifies known software weaknesses. Penetration testing is carried out by skilled consultants who simulate real attacks, chaining issues together and confirming genuine impact.
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