Hire Penetration Testers | Nearshore Software Development

Penetration testing, or ethical hacking, is the practice of testing a computer system, network, or web application to find security vulnerabilities that an attacker could exploit. You need an expert who can think like an attacker and help you identify and fix your security weaknesses before they are exploited. Our vetting process, powered by Axiom Cortex™, finds ethical hackers who are masters of their craft. We test their ability to perform comprehensive penetration tests, to clearly document their findings, and to provide actionable remediation advice.

Are you unsure of your true security posture?

The Problem

You may have security tools and policies in place, but without a real-world test, you have no way of knowing if they are actually effective against a determined attacker.

The TeamStation AI Solution

We vet for ethical hackers who can provide you with a realistic assessment of your security posture. They must demonstrate the ability to simulate a real-world attack and to identify the vulnerabilities that could be exploited by an attacker.

Proof: Realistic and Comprehensive Security Assessment
Are your penetration test reports just a list of vulnerabilities with no context?

The Problem

A penetration test report that is just a list of CVEs is not very helpful. You need to understand the business impact of each vulnerability and how to prioritize your remediation efforts.

The TeamStation AI Solution

Our penetration testers are proficient in communicating risk. They are vetted on their ability to write clear, actionable reports that explain the business impact of each finding and provide concrete steps for remediation.

Proof: Actionable and Business-Focused Reporting
Is your testing limited to just web applications?

The Problem

A modern enterprise has a vast attack surface, including mobile apps, cloud infrastructure, and internal networks. Focusing only on web application testing leaves you blind to other critical vulnerabilities.

The TeamStation AI Solution

Our experts are full-stack penetration testers. We vet for experience across a wide range of domains, including mobile application security (iOS, Android), network penetration testing, and cloud security configuration reviews (AWS, GCP, Azure), providing a holistic view of your security posture.

Proof: Comprehensive testing across web, mobile, and cloud
Are you failing to validate your security fixes?

The Problem

Once a vulnerability is found and a fix is deployed, how do you know the fix is effective and didn't introduce a new vulnerability? Without a re-testing and validation process, you may still be at risk.

The TeamStation AI Solution

We hire testers who understand the full lifecycle. They are experts in performing re-testing and regression testing to validate that security fixes are effective and have not introduced new issues, ensuring a continuous improvement in your security posture.

Proof: A continuous cycle of testing, fixing, and validation

How We Measure Seniority: From L1 to L4 Certified Expert

We don't just match keywords; we measure cognitive ability. Our Axiom Cortex™ engine evaluates every candidate against a 44-point psychometric and technical framework to precisely map their seniority and predict their success on your team. This data-driven approach allows for transparent, value-based pricing.

L1 Proficient

Guided Contributor

Contributes on component-level tasks within the Penetration Testing domain. Foundational knowledge and learning agility are validated.

Evaluation Focus

Axiom Cortex™ validates core competencies via correctness, method clarity, and fluency scoring. We ensure they can reliably execute assigned tasks.

$20 /hour

$3,460/mo · $41,520/yr

± $5 USD

L2 Mid-Level

Independent Feature Owner

Independently ships features and services in the Penetration Testing space, handling ambiguity with minimal supervision.

Evaluation Focus

We assess their mental model accuracy and problem-solving via composite scores and role-level normalization. They can own features end-to-end.

$30 / hour

$5,190/mo · $62,280/yr

± $5 USD

L3 Senior

Leads Complex Projects

Leads cross-component projects, raises standards, and provides mentorship within the Penetration Testing discipline.

Evaluation Focus

Axiom Cortex™ measures their system design skills and architectural instinct specific to the Penetration Testing domain via trait synthesis and semantic alignment scoring. They are force-multipliers.

$40 / hour

$6,920/mo · $83,040/yr

± $5 USD

L4 Expert

Org-Level Architect

Sets architecture and technical strategy for Penetration Testing across teams, solving your most complex business problems.

Evaluation Focus

We validate their ability to make critical trade-offs related to the Penetration Testing domain via utility-optimized decision gates and multi-objective analysis. They drive innovation at an organizational level.

$50 / hour

$8,650/mo · $103,800/yr

± $10 USD

Pricing estimates are calculated using the U.S. standard of 173 workable hours per month, which represents the realistic full-time workload after adjusting for federal holidays, paid time off (PTO), and sick leave.

Core Competencies We Validate for Penetration Testing

Penetration testing methodology (e.g., PTES, OSSTMM)
Web application security (OWASP Top 10)
Network and infrastructure security
Manual and automated testing tools (e.g., Burp Suite, Nmap)
Reporting and remediation

Our Technical Analysis for Penetration Testing

The Penetration Tester evaluation is a hands-on assessment of their ethical hacking skills. Candidates are given a target application and are required to find and exploit a set of vulnerabilities. A critical assessment is their ability to think like an attacker and to find creative ways to bypass security controls. We also test their ability to clearly document their findings and to provide actionable remediation advice. Finally, we assess their understanding of the legal and ethical considerations of penetration testing.

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