Penetration Testing
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Our Penetration Testing Services
We provide a complete range of penetration testing services. Each service is delivered by a specialist team using recognised testing standards and tailored to your environment.
Network Infrastructure
Network infrastructure penetration testing encompasses all layers of your internal or external networks
Web Application Testing
Testing your web apps for flaws like broken access controls and injection risks
API Testing
Checking your APIs for vulnerabilities like data exposure and weak authentication
IoT Penetration Testing
Assessing the security of IoT devices, communication protocols, and supporting infrastructure
PCI DSS Penetration Testing
Validating cardholder data security to meet PCI DSS compliance requirements
IT Health Check (ITHC)
A full-spectrum review to meet NCSC and PSN security standards
Cloud Security Testing
Reviewing cloud services for misconfigurations, access issues, and data risks
Code Auditing
Reviewing source code to find security flaws in your applications and unsafe coding practices
What makes us different?
Through our reporting platform, you get ongoing access to findings and remediation updates.
Our Agile approach means:
- Real-time updates throughout the penetration testing process, ensuring you are always informed about vulnerabilities and mitigation efforts
- Immediate adaptation and prompt alerts when an unexpected threat emerges, enabling swift action and timely adjustments to the security strategy
- Your involvement is encouraged, allowing the assessment to adapt in real-time based on immediate feedback and addressing unique challenges in your environment
- Uncertainty about findings or their mitigations is minimised, fostering clarity as well as trust through transparency
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You’ll work with our consultants throughout the process, not just at the start and end.
All testing is carried out by qualified and experienced professionals.
Our reports are easy to understand, with prioritised recommendations and technical detail where needed.
Penetration Testing FAQs
Penetration testing helps you find and fix security issues before they can be exploited. Testing can also be required for compliance with standards like ISO 27001 and PCI DSS.
Depending on the testing service you’re looking for, it’s generally advised to perform penetration testing at least once a year, or whenever there are major changes to your systems or applications.
Prices vary depending on the type and scale of the test. We offer fixed-price options once the scope is agreed.
Yes. We’ll review your systems and provide a clear cost with no surprises.
We liken vulnerability scanning to jiggling the doors and windows of a house and penetration testing to trying to pick the locks. We wrote an article on the topic which you can read here.
Penetration Testing FAQs
What is penetration testing?
Penetration testing is a controlled, simulated cyber attack on your systems carried out by qualified security professionals to find and safely exploit vulnerabilities before real attackers can. It covers assets such as networks, web applications, APIs, cloud environments and IoT devices, and produces a report detailing findings, risk ratings and practical remediation advice tailored to your environment.
What is the difference between penetration testing and vulnerability scanning?
Vulnerability scanning is automated and identifies known weaknesses, whereas penetration testing is a manual, human-led process that actively exploits those weaknesses to understand real-world impact. We liken scanning to jiggling the doors and windows of a house, and penetration testing to trying to pick the locks. Read our full comparison in our vulnerability scanning vs penetration testing article.
How much does a penetration test cost?
Penetration test costs vary depending on the type of test, the size of the scope and the complexity of your environment. Evolve North offers fixed-price quotes once the scope has been agreed, so there are no surprises during delivery. To get an accurate figure for your systems, contact our team or call 01748 905 002 for a free scoping consultation.
How often should I get a penetration test?
Most organisations should carry out penetration testing at least once a year, and additionally whenever significant changes are made to systems, applications or infrastructure. Certain standards such as PCI DSS mandate annual testing as a minimum. For organisations releasing code frequently, our Penetration Testing as a Service (PTaaS) offering provides continuous testing aligned to your development workflow.
What types of penetration testing do you offer?
Evolve North delivers a full range of penetration testing services covering network infrastructure, web applications, APIs, cloud environments, IoT devices, source code auditing, PCI DSS testing and IT Health Checks (ITHC). Each engagement is scoped to your specific environment and compliance requirements.
Who carries out the penetration testing?
All testing at Evolve North is delivered by qualified, experienced in-house consultants, not subcontractors or automated tools alone. Our team holds recognised industry certifications and follows established testing methodologies. You will work directly with the consultants throughout the engagement, not just at kick-off and handover, giving you clear communication and the opportunity to ask questions as findings emerge.
How does the penetration testing process work?
The process begins with a free scoping consultation to understand your environment and objectives, followed by a fixed-price quote. Testing is delivered using an Agile approach, with real-time updates through our live reporting platform so you see findings as they emerge. You receive a clear, prioritised final report covering vulnerabilities, risk ratings and practical remediation advice, plus a debrief with the consultant.
Do I need a penetration test for compliance?
Yes, penetration testing is a requirement or strong recommendation for several compliance frameworks, including ISO 27001, PCI DSS, the NHS Data Security and Protection Toolkit, and NCSC-aligned IT Health Checks for public sector bodies. Even where not strictly mandated, testing provides documented evidence of due diligence for regulators, insurers, auditors and customers assessing your security posture.
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Evolve North delivers expert-led penetration testing services designed to meet the needs of organisations of all sizes and sectors. In a free consultation, we’ll help you explore the different types of testing available and guide you in defining a scope that aligns with your security objectives. Our consultative approach ensures you receive clear, tailored advice every step of the way.