2026 Pricing Guide
Fintech
Series A
Data last verified: January 2026

Penetration Testing for Series A Fintech Companies

Series A fintech companies typically invest $5K-$156K in penetration testing. Get quotes from vetted providers in 24 hours.

$5K-$156K
Adjusted for FintechSeries A
1-4 weeksAnnual minimum, after major changes
Pricing verified Q1 202645+ vendor interviews127+ data sourcesUpdated monthly
Fintech Snapshot

Financial technology companies

PCI DSS compliance mandatory for card processing
Multiple regulatory frameworks overlapping
High-value target for sophisticated attackers
Series A Buying Behavior

Post-seed funded startups scaling

Priorities: SOC 2 Type II certification, Enterprise sales enablement
Typical budget: $15,000-$50,000
Buying behavior: Compliance-driven, need vendor credibility, CTO decision

Why Fintech (Series A) buys Pentest

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

How much does penetration testing cost?
Penetration Testing typically costs $5K-$150K depending on scope and complexity. For fintech companies, expect to pay $7K-$195K due to PCI DSS and SOC 2 requirements.
How long does penetration testing take?
A typical penetration testing engagement takes 1-4 weeks. Timeline depends on scope, organization size, and complexity of the environment.
How often should you do penetration testing?
Annual minimum, after major changes. Compliance frameworks like SOC 2 and PCI DSS often require regular testing.
What certifications should penetration testing providers have?
Look for providers with OSCP, CREST, GPEN, CEH, OSCE, OSWE certifications. These demonstrate expertise and adherence to industry standards.
What should I look for when buying penetration testing?
Key factors include: Scope: External, internal, web app, API, cloud; Testing approach: Black box vs gray box vs white box; Compliance mapping: Reports formatted for specific frameworks. Avoid vendors who automated-only testing marketed as 'penetration test'.

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