Yes, penetration testing and vulnerability scanning are different. A vulnerability scan is an automated process that identifies potential security weaknesses in your systems. Penetration testing goes much deeper—it's a manual, comprehensive assessment where our security experts actively attempt to exploit vulnerabilities, just like a real attacker would.

While vulnerability scans provide a list of potential issues, penetration testing validates which vulnerabilities are actually exploitable and demonstrates the real-world impact of a successful attack on your organization.

Our penetration tests cover a comprehensive range of security assessment areas, including:

• Network infrastructure testing (external and internal)

• Web application security assessment

• Wireless network security evaluation

• Social engineering assessments

• Mobile application security

• Physical security testing (when applicable)

• Configuration and policy reviews

The specific scope is customized based on your organization's needs, infrastructure, and security priorities.

The type of penetration testing your company needs depends on several factors:

External Penetration Testing is ideal if you want to assess how secure your organization is from outside attackers trying to breach your perimeter defenses.

Internal Penetration Testing evaluates your security from the perspective of an insider threat or an attacker who has already gained initial access to your network.

Web Application Testing focuses specifically on your web-based applications and APIs to identify vulnerabilities like SQL injection, XSS, and authentication flaws.

We recommend starting with a consultation where we assess your specific security needs, compliance requirements, and business priorities to determine the most appropriate testing approach.

The duration of a penetration test varies based on the scope and complexity of your environment:

• Small network or single web application: 3-5 business days
• Medium-sized network with multiple applications: 1-2 weeks
• Enterprise network with complex infrastructure: 2-4 weeks
• Comprehensive red team assessment: 4-6 weeks or longer

We'll provide you with a detailed timeline during the planning phase so you know exactly what to expect.

No, your company does not need to close during a penetration test. Our assessments are designed to be non-disruptive to your normal business operations. We work closely with your team to schedule testing during optimal times and can adjust our approach to minimize any potential impact.

For particularly sensitive systems, we can conduct testing during off-peak hours or maintenance windows. We maintain constant communication throughout the engagement to ensure business continuity.

Upon completion of the penetration test, you'll receive:

• A comprehensive written report detailing all findings

• Executive summary for leadership and stakeholders

• Technical details of discovered vulnerabilities

• Risk ratings and prioritization recommendations

• Step-by-step remediation guidance

• Evidence and screenshots of exploited vulnerabilities

We also schedule a debrief meeting to walk through the findings, answer questions, and provide guidance on remediation priorities. We're available for follow-up consultations as you implement security improvements.

We recommend conducting penetration testing at least annually as a baseline security practice. However, you should consider more frequent testing when:

• Making significant infrastructure changes

• Deploying new applications or services

• Meeting compliance requirements (PCI-DSS, HIPAA, etc.)

• After security incidents or breaches

• During mergers or acquisitions

• When expanding to new markets or regions

Many organizations benefit from quarterly testing of critical systems and annual comprehensive assessments of their entire environment.

Security and confidentiality are our top priorities. All information discovered during penetration testing is:

• Strictly confidential: Covered under our non-disclosure agreement
• Securely stored: Using encrypted systems with limited access
• Never shared: With any third parties without your explicit consent
• Properly destroyed: After the engagement according to our data retention policy

The information is used solely for creating your security assessment report and helping you improve your security posture.

JagwireLabs brings extensive experience and qualifications to every engagement:

• Industry-recognized certifications (OSCP, CEH, GPEN, and more)

• 30+ years of combined team experience in cybersecurity

• Proven methodology based on industry standards (OWASP, PTES, NIST)

• Successful track record across various industries

• Continuous training and professional development

• Comprehensive insurance and professional liability coverage

Our team stays current with the latest attack techniques, vulnerabilities, and security trends to provide you with cutting-edge security assessment services.

JagwireLabs stands out through our unique approach:

Real-World Focus: We don't just run automated tools and call it done. Our experts manually verify findings and think like actual attackers to uncover vulnerabilities that automated scans miss.

Clear Communication: We believe in transparency without the jargon. Our reports are detailed yet understandable, with actionable recommendations you can implement immediately.

Fixed, No-Risk Pricing: You know exactly what you'll pay before we begin—no surprises, no hidden fees.

Ongoing Partnership: We're here to help beyond the test. We provide remediation guidance, answer questions, and support your security improvement journey.

Accessible Expertise: We make enterprise-grade security accessible to organizations of all sizes, not just large corporations with unlimited budgets.