2026 Pricing Guide
Private Equity & VC
Government Contractor
Data last verified: January 2026
Penetration Testing for Government Contractor Private Equity & VC Companies
Government Contractor private equity & vc companies typically invest $9K-$263K in penetration testing. Get quotes from vetted providers in 24 hours.
$9K-$263K
Adjusted for Private Equity & VC • Government Contractor
1-4 weeksAnnual minimum, after major changes
Pricing verified Q1 202645+ vendor interviews127+ data sourcesUpdated monthly
Private Equity & VC Snapshot
Private equity firms and venture capital
Portfolio company security
Deal data confidentiality
LP reporting requirements
Government Contractor Buying Behavior
Federal and state government contractors
Priorities: CMMC certification, FedRAMP authorization, NIST 800-171
Typical budget: $50,000-$500,000
Buying behavior: Contract-driven, compliance mandatory, long procurement cycles
Why Private Equity & VC (Government Contractor) 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 private equity & vc companies, expect to pay $6K-$188K due to SEC 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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