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Security Testing and Assurance

Identify vulnerabilities before attackers do. Validate your security controls against real-world threats. We think like adversaries so you can defend like champions—with the evidence you need for compliance and board-level confidence.

The Assurance Arsenal

Six specialist testing disciplines. Each conducted by certified offensive security professionals using industry-recognized methodologies.

Network Penetration Testing

External and internal network testing that identifies misconfigurations, weak protocols, and exploitable services across your infrastructure.

  • External perimeter testing
  • Internal network assessment
  • Wireless security testing
  • Segmentation validation
  • Firewall rule review
PTESOSSTMMNIST SP 800-115

Application Security Testing

Web, mobile, and API security testing following OWASP methodologies to identify logic flaws, injection vectors, and authentication bypasses.

  • OWASP Top 10 coverage
  • Business logic testing
  • API security assessment
  • Mobile app (iOS/Android)
  • Authentication & session management
OWASP ASVSOWASP MASTGWSTG

Red Team Operations

Full-scope adversarial simulation that tests your detection and response capabilities against realistic attack scenarios targeting your crown jewels.

  • Assumed breach scenarios
  • Physical intrusion testing
  • Objective-based testing
  • Detection gap analysis
  • Lateral movement assessment
TIBER-EUCBESTMITRE ATT&CK

Social Engineering

Assess the human element of your defenses through phishing campaigns, vishing, pretexting, and physical security assessments.

  • Spear phishing campaigns
  • Vishing (voice phishing)
  • USB drop testing
  • Tailgating assessments
  • Pretexting scenarios
NIST SP 800-115SE Framework

Cloud Security Assessment

Configuration review and penetration testing across AWS, Azure, and GCP environments to identify misconfigurations and privilege escalation paths.

  • IAM policy review
  • Storage exposure analysis
  • Serverless security testing
  • Container security assessment
  • Cross-account access review
CIS BenchmarksCSA CCMNIST 800-53

Configuration & Build Review

Hardening assessment of servers, databases, network devices, and endpoints against CIS benchmarks and vendor best practices.

  • Server hardening review
  • Database security assessment
  • Network device audit
  • Endpoint configuration
  • Patch management validation
CIS BenchmarksDISA STIGsVendor Guides

How We Test

A structured, five-phase approach grounded in PTES, OWASP, and NIST frameworks. Every engagement follows this methodology to ensure comprehensive coverage and repeatable results.

PHASE 1

Reconnaissance & Scoping

Define targets, rules of engagement, success criteria, and gather open-source intelligence on the target environment.

  • Scope definition
  • OSINT gathering
  • Attack surface mapping
  • Rules of engagement
PHASE 2

Threat Modeling

Identify likely attack vectors, prioritize testing areas based on business risk, and develop the attack plan.

  • Attack vector identification
  • Risk prioritization
  • Attack plan development
  • Tool selection
PHASE 3

Exploitation

Execute testing methodology, attempt exploitation of identified vulnerabilities, and document all findings with evidence.

  • Vulnerability exploitation
  • Proof-of-concept development
  • Evidence collection
  • Chain exploitation
PHASE 4

Post-Exploitation

Assess the real business impact of successful exploits through lateral movement, privilege escalation, and data access attempts.

  • Lateral movement
  • Privilege escalation
  • Data access assessment
  • Persistence testing
PHASE 5

Reporting & Remediation

Deliver comprehensive findings with executive summary, technical details, risk ratings, and actionable remediation guidance.

  • Executive summary
  • Technical findings
  • Risk-rated recommendations
  • Remediation retest

What You Receive

Every engagement produces a comprehensive report with executive summary, technical findings, and actionable remediation guidance. Here's a sample.

Sample Engagement Report

TruePillar-RPT-2024-Q4-0147 — Web Application Penetration Test

10 findings70% remediated

Severity Distribution

Critical3
High3
Medium2
Low2
Remediated7
Open2
Accepted Risk1

Top Findings

ID FINDING SEVERITY CVSS STATUS
TRUEPILLAR-2024-001 SQL Injection in Authentication Endpoint Critical 9.8 Remediated
TRUEPILLAR-2024-002 Default Credentials on Admin Panel Critical 9.8 Remediated
TRUEPILLAR-2024-003 Privilege Escalation via IDOR Critical 9.1 Open
TRUEPILLAR-2024-004 Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) High 8.1 Remediated
TRUEPILLAR-2024-005 Weak TLS Configuration (CBC Ciphers) High 7.4 Remediated
TRUEPILLAR-2024-006 Insecure Direct Object Reference High 7.5 Open
TRUEPILLAR-2024-007 Missing Security Headers (CSP, HSTS) Medium 5.3 Remediated

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Testing That Satisfies Your Auditors

Our testing engagements are designed to produce the evidence required for major compliance frameworks. Every report includes a compliance mapping appendix tied to specific controls.

ISO

ISO 27001

KEY CONTROLS

  • A.12.6 Technical Vulnerability Management
  • A.18.2 Information Security Reviews
  • A.14.2 Security in Development

SATISFIED BY

  • Penetration Testing
  • Vulnerability Assessment
  • Configuration Review
SOC2

SOC 2 Type II

KEY CONTROLS

  • CC7.1 Detect Vulnerabilities
  • CC4.1 Monitoring Activities
  • CC6.1 Logical Access Security

SATISFIED BY

  • Penetration Testing
  • Vulnerability Assessment
  • Social Engineering
PCI

PCI DSS v4.0

KEY CONTROLS

  • Req 6: Secure Systems & Software
  • Req 11: Test Security Systems
  • Req 5: Protect from Malware

SATISFIED BY

  • Penetration Testing
  • Application Security
  • Network Testing
  • Configuration Review
HIPAA

HIPAA

KEY CONTROLS

  • §164.308(a)(8) Evaluation
  • §164.312(a)(1) Access Control
  • §164.312(e)(1) Transmission Security

SATISFIED BY

  • Penetration Testing
  • Vulnerability Assessment
  • Configuration Review
NIST

NIST CSF

KEY CONTROLS

  • ID.RA Risk Assessment
  • PR.IP Information Protection
  • DE.CM Security Monitoring

SATISFIED BY

  • Red Team Operations
  • Penetration Testing
  • Vulnerability Assessment
  • Social Engineering

From Scoping to Remediation

A transparent, six-step process designed for minimal disruption and maximum value. You'll know exactly what's happening at every stage.

01

Scoping & Planning

Define objectives, targets, methodology, rules of engagement, and timeline. Identify business-critical assets and compliance requirements.

DELIVERABLES

Statement of WorkRules of EngagementTest Plan
02

Intelligence Gathering

Gather open-source intelligence, map the attack surface, identify potential entry points and high-value targets.

DELIVERABLES

Attack Surface MapOSINT ReportTarget Inventory
03

Testing & Exploitation

Execute the agreed testing methodology. Every vulnerability is manually validated with proof-of-concept evidence.

DELIVERABLES

Daily Status UpdatesCritical Finding Alerts
04

Analysis & Validation

Validate findings, assess true business impact, eliminate false positives, and risk-rate each vulnerability.

DELIVERABLES

Validated Finding RegisterRisk Assessment
05

Reporting & Debrief

Deliver comprehensive report with executive summary, technical details, and remediation guidance. Present findings to stakeholders.

DELIVERABLES

Full ReportExecutive SummaryRemediation Plan
06

Remediation Retest

Verify that fixes are effective within 30 days at no additional cost. Update report with final remediation status.

DELIVERABLES

Retest ReportCompliance Evidence Pack

Not All Penetration Tests Are Equal

The difference between an automated vulnerability scan and a genuine penetration test is the difference between a checkbox and real security. Here's what sets TruePillar apart.

Manual Testing, Not Automated Scans

Every finding is manually validated by certified offensive security professionals. We identify business logic flaws that scanners miss.

Zero False Positives

Every reported vulnerability includes proof-of-concept evidence. We don't waste your time with theoretical risks.

Business-Impact Reporting

Findings are prioritized by actual business risk, not just CVSS scores. Reports speak to both technical teams and the board.

Certified Professionals

OSCP, CREST CRT, GPEN, and GXPN certified testers with an average of 8+ years offensive security experience.

Remediation Guidance Included

Detailed fix recommendations with code examples, configuration snippets, and architecture suggestions for every finding.

Free Remediation Retest

Verify fixes are effective within 30 days at no additional cost. Receive updated compliance evidence upon completion.

Our Experts

Do you have a tech question or would like to schedule an interview?

TruePillar's people will gladly share their knowledge.

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Compliance

Framework Coverage

Security testing mapped directly to the compliance frameworks your auditors and regulators require. Every finding includes framework control references for audit-ready evidence.

ISO 27001

ISO/IEC 27001:2022

Satisfy Annex A control testing requirements with evidence of vulnerability management and penetration testing programs.

Penetration TestingVulnerability AssessmentSocial Engineering

SOC 2

SOC 2 Type II

Demonstrate effectiveness of security controls for Trust Services Criteria with independent penetration test evidence.

External Pen TestInternal Pen TestWeb App Testing

PCI DSS

PCI DSS v4.0

Meet Requirements 6.5 and 11.3 with quarterly ASV scans and annual penetration testing of cardholder data environments.

Network Pen TestWeb App TestingSegmentation Testing

HIPAA

HIPAA Security Rule

Address Technical Safeguards with risk analysis, vulnerability scanning, and penetration testing of systems handling ePHI.

Risk AssessmentVulnerability AssessmentAccess Control Testing

NIST CSF

NIST Cybersecurity Framework 2.0

Support Identify, Protect, and Detect functions with comprehensive security assessments mapped to framework subcategories.

Red TeamPen TestingCloud Assessment

GDPR

General Data Protection Regulation

Demonstrate Article 32 compliance with regular testing and assessment of technical measures protecting personal data.

Web App TestingAPI TestingData Flow Assessment
Differentiators

Why TruePillar

The difference between a vulnerability scan and a penetration test is expertise. Here’s what sets TruePillar apart from automated tools and checkbox-compliance firms.

Manual Expert Testing

Every engagement is led by senior testers who manually identify vulnerabilities that automated scanners miss. We exploit business logic flaws, chain low-severity issues into critical paths, and think like real adversaries—not scripts.

85%of critical findings are manual-only discoveries

Business-Context Risk Prioritization

Findings are rated by actual business impact, not just CVSS scores. We map vulnerabilities to your specific data assets, revenue streams, and operational processes so remediation efforts deliver maximum risk reduction.

3.2×faster remediation with prioritized findings

CREST & CHECK Certified Testers

Our team holds CREST CRT/CCT, OSCP, OSCE, GPEN, and CHECK certifications. Every tester has a minimum of 5 years offensive security experience across diverse industries and technology stacks.

40+certified offensive security professionals

Remediation-First Reporting

Reports include specific, implementable remediation guidance—not generic recommendations. Code-level fixes, configuration changes, and architectural improvements your team can action immediately.

98%remediation guidance adoption rate

Ready to Test Your Defenses?

Schedule a scoping call with our offensive security team. We’ll define objectives, establish rules of engagement, and deliver a proposal within 48 hours.