Vendor Guide
Fintech
Data last verified: January 2026
Penetration Testing Vendors for Fintech
Shortlist providers with real Fintech references, compliance mapping, and the right scope to avoid rework and failed audits.
Compliance: PCI DSS, SOC 2, SOX, GDPRBudget: $150,000-$500,000
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
Pricing verified Q1 202645+ vendor interviews127+ data sourcesUpdated monthly
Selection checklist
Industry references and sample reports
Compliance mapping to PCI DSS, SOC 2, SOX, GDPR
Clear SLAs and retest/remediation approach
Red flags
Automated-only testing marketed as 'penetration test'
No OSCP/CREST certified testers
Unwillingness to scope before quoting
No sample report provided
FAQs
Do we need a Pentest vendor with Fintech experience?
Yes—look for past work in Fintech and evidence mapped to PCI DSS, SOC 2, SOX, GDPR.
How do we compare quotes for Fintech?
Normalize scope (assets, users, environments) and verify evidence requirements and retest policy.
What disqualifies vendors?
Lack of Fintech references, no compliance mapping, or unclear SLAs.
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