2026 Requirements
NERC CIP
Pentest
Data last verified: January 2026
Penetration Testing for NERC CIP
Required vulnerability assessments and security testing We align deliverables to North American Electric Reliability Corporation Critical Infrastructure Protection evidence needs and auditor expectations.
$5K-$150K
Typical investment for Pentest
1-4 weeksPenalties: Up to $1M per day per violation
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Evidence to Satisfy Auditors
Scope coverage matched to NERC CIP controls
Reporting mapped to North American Electric Reliability Corporation Critical Infrastructure Protection evidence checklist
Retest to validate remediation before audit deadlines
Decision factors
Scope: External, internal, web app, API, cloud
Testing approach: Black box vs gray box vs white box
Compliance mapping: Reports formatted for specific frameworks
Retest inclusion: Verification of remediation
Timeline: Typical 1-4 weeks for completion
FAQs
Is Penetration Testing required for NERC CIP?
Required vulnerability assessments and security testing
How often should Pentest be done for NERC CIP?
Annual vulnerability assessments, continuous compliance
What happens if we skip Pentest for NERC CIP?
Up to $1M per day per violation
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