Understanding Intigriti's Penetration Testing as a Service (PTaaS)

Intigriti's PTaaS is a modern security testing solution that streamlines scheduling, enhances communication, and focuses on delivering real impact, addressing the inefficiencies often found in traditional pentesting engagements. It combines the proven methodology of traditional pentesting with the flexibility and outcome-driven approach of bug bounty programs. PTaaS provides structured, transparent engagements that reward meaningful results.

Intigriti’s previously known Hybrid Pentest offering is now rebranded as Penetration Testing as a Service (PTaaS).

Intigriti’s PTaaS portfolio includes three types: Focused (formerly Hybrid Pentest), Comprehensive, and Certified.

Feature	Focused	Comprehensive	Certified
Impact-based rewards - hybrid payment model to incentivise testing effort and reporting valuable findings	✅	✅	✅
Dedicated researcher - guaranteed engagement window	✅	✅	✅
Letter of attestation - formal confirmation of scope, testing approach and timing including a register of all found vulnerabilities	✅	✅	✅
Pentest report - structured summary of all findings, including severity, proof-of-concept, impact, and remediation advice	❌	✅	✅
Methodology-driven assurance - testing aligned to trusted frameworks (such as CREST, PTES, NIST) to ensure consistency and trusted outcomes	❌	✅	✅
Live progress update - insights into the current tests performed by the researcher (following industry-standard testing guides by OWASP)	❌	✅	✅
Certified researchers (CREST, OSCP etc.) - vetted professionals with industry-recognized certifications for high-assurance testing	❌	❌	✅

What is Penetration Testing as a Service (PTaaS) at Intigriti?

PTaaS at Intigriti redefines the pentesting experience by combining the structured approach of traditional pentesting with the motivating factors of bug bounty programs. Our goal is to offer a service that not only identifies vulnerabilities but also delivers actionable insights quickly and efficiently. We prioritize rewarding real impact while maintaining structure and trust.

This service allows you to:

Scale assessments rapidly.
Attract specialized expertise through adjustable bounties.
Benefit from faster lead times and instant visibility into findings.
Access a wide pool of vetted, proven talent.

Understanding the PTaaS Types

Intigriti PTaaS offers three distinct pentest types, allowing you to choose the level of assurance and reporting that best fits your needs:

Focused Pentest

Purpose: For targeted testing of specific assets or to check for worst case scenarios, providing quick validation and a Letter of Attestation (LOA).

Best for: Targeted testing of new or high-priority assets where creative coverage and valuable vulnerability insights are key. Ideal when you need flexible and in-depth results.

Includes:
- Hybrid payouts
- Committed researcher
- Real-time reporting and communication channel
- Letter of Attestation (LoA)

Comprehensive Pentest

Purpose: Full-coverage security assessment with formal deliverables and structured insights.

Best for: Teams requiring validated findings and detailed reports based on industry-recognized penetration test methodologies.

Includes:
- Everything in Focused Pentest
- Live progress view on performed test following well-known testing checklists for Web / API, iOS, Android, and GenAI assets.
- Formal deliverables with a full penetration test report
- Assurance testing (validation of remediated findings)
- Adherence to industry-recognized methodologies (e.g., OWASP, PTES, NIST, CREST).

Certified Pentest

Purpose: Compliance-grade testing performed by certified experts, ideal for meeting stringent regulatory and enterprise security mandates.

Best for: Regulated industries or organizations with specific compliance obligations (e.g., DORA, ISO 27001, SOC-2, etc.)

Includes:
- Everything in Comprehensive Pentest
- Testing conducted by a certified testing team (e.g., individuals holding CREST CCT-APP, OSWE, SANS GPEN, or further equivalent certifications).
- Pentest delivery officially accredited by CREST (https://www.crest-approved.org/member_companies/intigriti-nv/)

Best Practices for Leveraging PTaaS

To maximize the value of Intigriti's PTaaS:

Clearly define your scope: Collaborate with our team to ensure the scope of your PTaaS engagement aligns perfectly with your objectives testing goals for your assets.

Choose the right type: Select the appropriate type (Focused, Comprehensive, or Certified) that best matches your organization's specific assurance, compliance, and reporting requirements.

Utilize the reports: Make the most of the provided standardized reports for internal discussions, remediation tracking, and audit evidence.

Engage continuously: Treat PTaaS as part of an ongoing security assurance program, not just a one-off exercise, to maintain a robust security posture.