Think your perimeter is secure? Let’s prove it. A real-world black box penetration test that exposes vulnerabilities before attackers do—complete with clear, actionable fixes, and the business-focused insight you need to interpret and prioritize them effectively. Who This Is For: Organizations seeking an independent, professional black box penetration test to identify vulnerabilities in public-facing infrastructure or applications, with a detailed report of findings and recommendations. This service is ideal for companies subject to compliance frameworks (e.g., CMMC, NIST, ISO 27001, SOC 2) or those proactively validating their external security posture. What This Service Includes This is an hourly engagement, scoped to your needs and environment. The goal is to simulate an unauthenticated attacker attempting to gain access or exploit misconfigurations—without internal knowledge or access. Black Box Penetration Test External testing of publicly exposed infrastructure, including: - Web applications - VPN portals ​/​ Remote access tools - Email and DNS configurations - Cloud-exposed assets (e.g., S3 buckets, APIs) - Reconnaissance and enumeration - Exploitation attempts (non-destructive) - OWASP Top 10 and CVE-based checks - Tools and techniques aligned with modern adversary behavior Detailed Findings Report - Executive summary for leadership - Technical breakdown of vulnerabilities - Risk ratings, CVSS scoring, and remediation guidance - Screenshots and evidence where applicable - Optional follow-up session to walk through results Testing Scope & Terms - Testing is conducted remotely from a secure environment - Only authorized, defined targets are included (provided by the client) - Testing is designed to be safe and non-disruptive - All tests are performed under written Rules of Engagement (RoE) and a signed authorization form (Rules of Behavior) Billing & Scheduling Hourly rate applies to testing time, analysis, and reporting - Minimum engagement: 20 hours - Optional pre-defined blocks (e.g., 10, 20, 40 hours) available for phased projects or retesting - Client intake and kickoff are scheduled upon agreement Why Work With Me? As a Certified CMMC Assessor, longtime CISO, and security engineer, I bring: - Real-world experience in threat modeling, adversarial simulation, and compliance-sensitive testing - A measured, documentation-rich approach suitable for both internal teams and auditors - Direct insight into CMMC control requirements, including RM.3.144, SI.3.219, and CA.3.162 Secure Your Perimeter Before Someone Else Does This service is ideal for: - Annual testing requirements - Investor or client due diligence - Pre-certification or compliance validation - General cyber hygiene reviews Let’s validate your defenses—and give you a clear, prioritized roadmap to improve them.