Process & preparation
Get ready for a pentest before you pay for one
Thinking about getting a pentest done but not sure where to start? I can walk you through what the process actually looks like, help you prepare your scope, understand what to expect from a report, and ask the right questions when talking to a testing provider.
What you walk away with
A clear understanding of the process, a scope you feel confident about, and the right questions to ask, so you get real value from the test you pay for.
Preparation
Thinking about getting a pentest done but not sure where to start? I can walk you through what the process looks like, help you prepare your scope, understand what to expect from a report, and ask the right questions when talking to a testing provider.
What this covers
- What a penetration test actually involves, from start to finish
- Help defining and scoping what should be tested
- What to expect from a report and how to read one
- The right questions to ask a testing provider
- How to make sure you get real value from the engagement
Best for
- Teams considering their first penetration test
- Founders who need to meet a customer or compliance requirement
- Developers who want to scope a test properly before paying for it
- Anyone unsure what to expect from a testing provider
How it works
Understand the process
I walk you through what a pentest involves, so there are no surprises and no jargon you have to decode later.
Prepare your scope
We figure out what's worth testing and define a scope that fits your product and your budget.
Go in informed
You head into the engagement knowing what to expect, what to ask, and how to judge the results.
What you get
- A plain-language walkthrough of the pentest process
- Help defining and documenting your scope
- Guidance on reading and acting on a report
- A list of the right questions to ask a provider
Pentest preparation
Thinking about a pentest?
If you want to go in prepared and get real value from it, let's talk through the process first.
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I look at your web application from an attacker's perspective, focusing on the flows, inputs, and trust boundaries that carry real risk. You get clear findings, explained in plain language, with concrete steps to fix what matters.
Guidance
Security Guidance & Consultation
Not every team needs a full pentest. Sometimes you need someone to look at your setup, answer your questions honestly, and help you prioritize. I offer focused conversations and practical advice on web security, secure development, and what to watch out for as you build.