Penetration Testing for Government Networks

Why Government Networks Require Specialized Testing

Generic penetration testing assesses commercial security products against known vulnerabilities. Government and military networks demand testing that simulates actual adversary tradecraft—spearphishing campaigns mimicking foreign intelligence operations, supply chain compromises targeting defense contractors, and multi-stage attacks combining cyber and physical intrusion. Our penetration testing services are designed specifically for classified networks, with personnel holding appropriate security clearances and testing methodologies reflecting real-world threats documented in classified threat intelligence. We don't just find vulnerabilities; we demonstrate how adversaries would weaponize them against your specific operational environment.

Red Team Operator Pedigree

Our penetration testers are not commercial security consultants; they are veterans of military cyber operations and intelligence agency offensive cyber programs. Team members have conducted real-world cyber operations for NATO defense forces and allied intelligence services. They understand classified networks because they have attacked them professionally. This experience translates to penetration testing that accurately simulates nation-state adversaries—using the same tools, techniques, and procedures employed in actual cyber espionage and sabotage operations. When we report vulnerabilities, you know they represent genuine strategic risk, not theoretical possibilities.

Penetration Testing Methodologies

We offer multiple testing approaches tailored to your security objectives. External penetration testing simulates internet-based attacks against your network perimeter, assessing firewall configurations, VPN security, and web applications. Internal testing assumes adversaries have breached your perimeter, evaluating lateral movement, privilege escalation, and data exfiltration opportunities. Physical penetration testing combines cyber and physical security, attempting to gain network access through badge cloning, social engineering, or exploiting facility security. Each engagement concludes with detailed reporting documenting vulnerabilities, exploitation techniques, and prioritized remediation recommendations.

Purple Team Exercises for Capability Building

Traditional penetration testing is adversarial—red team attacks, blue team defends, and a report documents who won. Purple team exercises are collaborative, with offensive and defensive teams working together to improve organizational security. Our operators execute attacks while simultaneously explaining techniques to your security operations center (SOC) personnel. Defenders learn to detect attack indicators in real-time, configure SIEM rules for adversary TTPs, and develop incident response playbooks. Purple team engagements build lasting defensive capability rather than just identifying current vulnerabilities.

Penetration Testing Services

• Cleared personnel with TS/SCI security clearances
• Operators with military/intelligence cyber backgrounds
• External, internal, and physical penetration testing
• Adversary emulation for specific APT groups
• Purple team exercises for SOC training
• Classified reporting with strategic recommendations
• Compliance testing for NIST, ISO 27001, CMMC
• Continuous testing programs for evolving threats