Penetration Testing Services Australia
Penetration testing also known as pen testing is how organisations find exploitable vulnerabilities before attackers do. Intrix delivers assessments across Australia covering network, web application, cloud, mobile, API, IoT, social engineering, and red team engagements.
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What is Penetration Testing and Why is it Essential
Penetration Testing, or “ethical hacking,” simulates real cyberattacks to expose vulnerabilities before attackers do. In today’s evolving threat landscape, we go beyond automated scans with in-depth analysis and actionable insights to strengthen your security.
Proactive Vulnerability Discovery
Uncover hidden flaws before attackers do, preventing potential breaches and disruption
Prioritise Security Investments
Get clear, risk-based insights to make smarter decisions about your security budget
Protect Brand Reputation
Demonstrate commitment to security, safeguarding data and maintaining confidence
Meet Compliance Requirements
Satisfy regulatory mandates (PCI DSS, HIPAA, ISO 27001) requiring regular penetration testing
Reduce Remediation Costs
Proactive vulnerability identification is significantly less costly than breach aftermath
Validate Security Controls
Test the effectiveness of existing security measures against realistic attack scenarios
CREST-Certified Penetration Testing Services Across Australia
From offensive security testing to managed services, we provide enterprise-grade cybersecurity solutions tailored to your organisation’s unique requirements.
Assess the security of your internal and external network infrastructure including servers, workstations, firewalls, and network devices. We conduct both external network penetration testing from an outside-attacker perspective and internal network penetration testing simulating a threat already inside your environment
Test your web applications for OWASP Top 10 vulnerabilities, business logic flaws, authentication issues, and injection vulnerabilities
Assess the security of connected devices, their communication protocols, and backend systems
Rigorously test your REST, SOAP, GraphQL, and other APIs for insecure authentication, data exposure, and injection flaws
In-depth security assessments of iOS and Android applications, examining client-side code, server-side APIs, and data storage
Evaluate the security of your cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP), focusing on misconfigurations and access control issues
Integrate security into your SDLC by performing our security assesment methodology at various stages of development and deployment
Identify vulnerabilities in wireless network infrastructure, including weak encryption and rogue access points
Comprehensive Operational Resilience Intelligence Evaluation to assess your organisation’s ability to maintain critical operations during cyber incidents
Continuous, subscription-based penetration testing with regular automated and manual testing
Systematic reviews to identify, quantify, and prioritise security vulnerabilities across your systems
Simulate realistic phishing, vishing, smishing, and physical pretexting attacks to evaluate employee awareness
The Intrix Cyber Security Difference
Intrix Cyber Security testers conduct manual analysis beyond automated scans, identifying complex attack chains and chained vulnerabilities that scanner-only approaches miss. Based on direct client feedback, our methodology consistently uncovers what automated tools do not.
Our testers hold industry certifications including
OSCP, OSEP, GIAC, CCPT, CEH, and CREST CRT.
Our assessments follow internationally recognised penetration testing standards including OWASP, NIST, PTES, OSSTMM, and CREST penetration testing Australia. All engagements align with the Australian Government Information Security Manual.
Expert-Driven, Manual Analysis
Expert ethical hackers deliver deep, attacker-driven testing
Focus on Exploitability & Business Impact
We focus on real-world exploitability and potential business impact, helping you prioritize what truly matters
Truly Actionable Reporting
Clear, prioritized remediation guidance explaining the “what,” “so what,” and “now what.”
Uncovering Complex & Chained Vulnerabilities
Manual approach identifies complex attack chains that automated scanners often miss
Our Assessment Process
Scoping & Planning
Information Reconnaissance
Vulnerability Identification
Exploitation & Post-Exploitation
Analysis & Reporting
Remediation Support & Retesting
Frequently Asked Questions About Penetration Testing in Australia
Have a question about penetration testing not covered here?
What is penetration testing?
A penetration test is an authorised attack on your own systems conducted by a certified security professional. An Intrix tester uses the same techniques a real attacker would, probing your network, web applications, cloud environments, and infrastructure for weaknesses that can genuinely be exploited. At the end you get a clear risk-rated report showing exactly what was found and how to fix it. For any organisation operating in Australia, penetration testing is one of the most direct ways to understand your actual exposure before someone takes advantage of it.
When is penetration testing required in Australia?
Penetration testing is required or strongly recommended under several Australian regulatory frameworks. APRA CPS 234 requires financial institutions to test their information security controls regularly. PCI DSS mandates penetration testing at least annually and after any significant infrastructure change. ISO 27001 certification requires organisations to assess the effectiveness of their security controls through testing. The Australian Government Information Security Manual and the ASD Essential Eight also reference penetration testing as part of a mature security programme. Beyond compliance, most cyber insurers now ask whether regular penetration testing is in place before issuing or renewing policies.
How is penetration testing different from a vulnerability assessment?
A vulnerability assessment scans your environment and produces a list of known weaknesses. Penetration testing goes further by actively exploiting those weaknesses to confirm whether they are genuinely dangerous and what an attacker could actually do with access. The result is proof, not just a list. Australian organisations that need to satisfy compliance requirements or board-level scrutiny will generally need a full penetration test rather than a scan alone to demonstrate due diligence.
How long does penetration testing take?
A focused web application penetration test typically runs 3 to 5 days. A full network penetration test is usually 1 to 2 weeks. Red team engagements can run 3 to 4 weeks depending on scope and objectives. Every Intrix engagement is scoped before work begins so you get an accurate timeline based on your specific environment, not a generic estimate.
What is included in a penetration testing report?
Every Intrix penetration testing report includes an executive summary written for non-technical stakeholders, full technical findings for your security team, a risk rating on every vulnerability from Critical down to Informational, proof of concept evidence confirming each finding is real, and step by step remediation guidance your team can act on straight away. You are not receiving a raw automated scan output with a cover page attached.
Do I need CREST certified penetration testers in Australia?
If your organisation operates in financial services, government, healthcare, or any regulated sector in Australia, the answer is yes. APRA, PCI DSS, and ISO 27001 all require or strongly favour CREST certified penetration testing providers. Intrix holds CREST accreditation, meaning our testers have passed independent technical assessments and operate within a professional code of conduct. Without that accreditation there is no independent verification that the person conducting your test is qualified to do so. The Australian Cyber Security Centre outlines what CREST certification means for organisations procuring penetration testing services in Australia.
How much does penetration testing cost in Australia?
Most penetration testing engagements in Australia start from $5,000 AUD. The final cost depends on the scope, the type of assessment, and whether you go black box, grey box, or white box. A scoping call with Intrix is free and will give you an accurate quote based on your actual environment with no obligation to proceed. Most organisations find the cost of a penetration test is a fraction of what a breach costs to remediate.
Can Intrix retest after we fix the vulnerabilities?
Yes. Once your team has remediated the findings, Intrix conducts a targeted retest of every previously identified vulnerability to confirm the fixes hold under real test conditions. You receive documented evidence of remediation which satisfies the requirements of PCI DSS, ISO 27001, and most other Australian compliance frameworks. Retesting is available as a standard option on every engagement.
What is the difference between black box, grey box, and white box penetration testing?
Black box penetration testing gives the tester no prior information about your environment, simulating an external attacker starting from scratch. Grey box testing provides partial context such as user credentials or network documentation, which reflects what an attacker looks like after gaining initial access. White box testing provides full access to source code, architecture documentation, and credentials for a thorough internal audit. Most Australian organisations get the most value from grey box testing because it is realistic without spending time on surface level reconnaissance that adds little to the final findings.
What is the difference between authenticated and unauthenticated penetration testing?
Unauthenticated penetration testing examines what an attacker can reach with no credentials at all, focusing entirely on external exposure. Authenticated testing examines what an attacker can do once they have a foothold inside your environment, which is typically where the most serious damage occurs. Running only unauthenticated tests means missing the bulk of what a real attack looks like after the initial breach. Intrix recommends providing credentials wherever your scope allows so no significant risk goes unexamined.
Is DDOS testing included in a penetration test?
DDOS testing is not included in a standard penetration testing engagement. Most Australian cloud providers either prohibit it outright or require advance notification under their terms of service, and running it without the right controls in place can cause real disruption to your environment. Where DDOS resilience testing is a specific requirement, Intrix can scope it as a separate engagement with appropriate safeguards in place. Contact the team to discuss whether this applies to your situation.
Ready to Uncover Your Hidden Risks?
Intrix Cyber Security delivers penetration testing services to organisations across New South Wales (Sydney), Victoria (Melbourne), Queensland (Brisbane), Western Australia (Perth), South Australia (Adelaide), and the ACT (Canberra)
Don’t wait for an attacker to discover your organisation’s weaknesses. Our comprehensive penetration testing services provide the clarity, depth, and actionable insights you need to proactively fortify your defences.