2026 Requirements
NIST 800-171
Pentest
Data last verified: January 2026
Penetration Testing for NIST 800-171
Security assessment required; penetration testing addresses multiple requirements We align deliverables to NIST Special Publication 800-171 evidence needs and auditor expectations.
$5K-$150K
Typical investment for Pentest
1-4 weeksPenalties: Loss of federal contracts, False Claims Act liability
Pricing verified Q1 202645+ vendor interviews127+ data sourcesUpdated monthly
Evidence to Satisfy Auditors
Scope coverage matched to NIST 800-171 controls
Reporting mapped to NIST Special Publication 800-171 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 NIST 800-171?
Security assessment required; penetration testing addresses multiple requirements
How often should Pentest be done for NIST 800-171?
Continuous compliance, annual assessment
What happens if we skip Pentest for NIST 800-171?
Loss of federal contracts, False Claims Act liability
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