External Penetration Testing

AWA’s External Penetration Testing Services

Shield your company’s network from external threats and put a comprehensive cybersecurity program in place with the help of our security assessment team. Our team includes experienced certified pen testers, certified network security professionals, and certified information system security professionals (CISSP).

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External Penetration Testing Services by AWA Typically Include

Planning and Preparation

Information Gathering and Analysis

Vulnerability Detection

Exploitation

Reporting

Remediation Verification

What Is a Certified Pen Tester?

A certified penetration tester is trained on various penetration testing frameworks and best practices through a globally recognized certifying organization. Certification verifies that each cybersecurity professional has working knowledge and skills in needed to plan and scope the assessment, understand the relevant legal and compliance requirements, execute vulnerability scanning and penetration testing, analyze data, and effectively report testing results. Re-certification is also required on a regular basis to ensure that pen testers stay up to date with the latest techniques and maintain their skills over time.

Why choose AWA for External Penetration Testing?

Years of experience

Employing the most up-to-date tools & techniques

Both external and internal penetration testing services

Shield Your Defenses Against External Threats

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FAQs about External Penetration Testing Services

What’s the difference between internal and external penetration testing?

External penetration testing is when a penetration tester attempts to break into your network from the internet and is used to simulate an attack by a hacker with general internet access.
Internal penetration testing is when a penetration tester already has access to your internal network and attempts to exploit systems on your network to gain access to company data or resources. This testing simulates a hacker who has successfully penetrated the external network infrastructure.

What are the objectives of external penetration testing?

Pen testers are always aiming to identify security vulnerabilities in systems and applications that are deployed to the public internet. Penetration Testers evaluate the risk of a successful cyberattack, estimate the impact of a successful attack, provide recommendations for improving security, and helping to meet compliance requirements.

Who can perform external penetration tests?

External penetration testing must be executed by security professionals who utilize a phased-based approach to perform the same tasks that a hacker might. To become a pen tester, a practitioner must have years of experience performing IT functions like system, security, or network administration and engineering. Additionally, they should be certified, such as a certified ethical hacker (CEH), Licensed Penetration Tester (LPT), Offensive Security Certified Penetration Tester (OSCP)Infosec Institute Certified Penetration Tester (CPT), Certified Expert Penetration Tester (CEPT), CompTIA, Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) and GIAC Penetration Tester (GPEN), and/or GIAC Exploit Researcher and Advanced Penetration Tester (GXPN).

AWA’s External Penetration Testing Services