Penetration Testing Providers in California

North America

California-based penetration testing providers serving Silicon Valley's technology companies and the state's diverse business landscape.

Providers have expertise in CCPA compliance and SaaS security testing.

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Providers
1
CREST Accredited
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Top Accreditations in California

SOC 24ISO 270013FedRAMP 3PAO2CREST1PCI QSA1
5 providers
San Francisco, California, United States · Checked Sept 2026

Crowdsourced bug bounty pioneer founded in 2012 by Casey Ellis, offering managed programs and crowd-powered penetration testing from hundreds of thousands of ethical hackers.

Accreditations: SOC 2, ISO 27001
Services: Web Application, API, Mobile App, Network +2
San Francisco, California, United States · Checked Sept 2026

Pioneer of Pentest as a Service, delivering fast, platform-based penetration testing with a vetted global community of security researchers.

Accreditations: SOC 2
Services: Web Application, Network, API, Mobile App +1
San Francisco, California, United States · Checked Sept 2026

World's largest ethical hacker platform with over one million researchers, offering bug bounties and structured penetration testing to the US DoD and Fortune 500.

Accreditations: SOC 2, ISO 27001, FedRAMP 3PAO
Services: Web Application, API, Mobile App, Network +2
Redwood City, California, United States · Checked Sept 2026

FedRAMP-authorized crowdsourced penetration testing platform combining the vetted SRT researcher community with AI-powered Hydra technology for continuous security testing.

Accreditations: FedRAMP 3PAO, SOC 2
Services: Web Application, Network, API, Mobile App +3
Irvine, California, United States · Checked Sept 2026

CREST-accredited California consultancy blending compliance expertise with penetration testing. First to earn ISO 17020 for MITRE ATT&CK and PTES frameworks.

Accreditations: CREST, ISO 27001, PCI QSA
Services: Web Application, Network, Cloud, API +5

Penetration Testing in California, FAQs

How do I find a penetration testing provider in California?+

We currently list 5 penetration testing providers serving California. You can filter by service type, accreditation, compliance expertise, and pricing to find the best fit for your requirements. Each provider profile includes verified accreditations, service details, and independent scores based on our transparent methodology.

What accreditations should I look for in California?+

Of the 5 providers listed for California, 1 hold CREST accreditation, the most widely recognised standard for penetration testing quality in the North America region. For US-based organisations, FedRAMP 3PAO and CMMC assessment capabilities are important for government contracts, while SOC 2 and PCI DSS expertise matters for commercial engagements.

How much does penetration testing cost in California?+

Penetration testing costs in California vary significantly based on scope and complexity. A standard web application test typically ranges from $5,000 to $25,000, network penetration tests from $10,000 to $30,000, and comprehensive red team engagements from $30,000 to over $100,000. Key cost factors include the number of targets, required accreditations, testing methodology, and whether on-site presence is needed. See our general pricing guide for more detail.