Penetration Testing Providers in France

Europe

French penetration testing providers with expertise in ANSSI requirements and French national cybersecurity standards.

France has a well-developed cybersecurity market with providers serving government, defence, and critical infrastructure.

Most relevant: DORA financial services testing.

7
Providers
4
CREST Accredited
2-4 weeks
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Regions and cities in France

Browse penetration testing providers by area within France.

Top Accreditations in France

ISO 270016CREST4Cyber Essentials2ISO 90012ANSSI PASSI1
7 providers
Paris, France · Checked May 2026

Airbus group cybersecurity consultancy with ANSSI PASSI qualification. Aerospace, defence, and critical infrastructure penetration testing across Europe.

Accreditations: ANSSI PASSI, ISO 27001, Cyber Essentials
Services: Web Application, Network, Cloud, IoT +8
Pessac (Bordeaux), France · Checked Oct 2026

French security evaluation lab (ITSEF/CESTI) recognised by the PCI SSC for PTS device evaluation, plus EMVCo and Common Criteria.

Accreditations: PCI Recognized Laboratory
Services: Hardware
Paris, France · Checked Sept 2026

Cybersecurity division of the Thales Group, with ANSSI, CREST, FedRAMP 3PAO, and NATO-cleared personnel. Defence, government, and critical infrastructure penetration testing worldwide.

Accreditations: CREST, FedRAMP 3PAO, ISO 27001, ISO 9001
Services: Web Application, Network, Cloud, IoT +9
London, United Kingdom · Checked Sept 2026

CREST and CHECK-accredited European managed services provider delivering penetration testing with deep infrastructure and cloud hosting expertise.

Accreditations: CREST, CHECK, ISO 27001, Cyber Essentials Plus
Services: Web Application, Network, Mobile App, API +4
New York, United States · Checked Sept 2026

Global risk advisory firm with a 400+ person cyber practice. IR-led penetration testing that feeds active breach intelligence straight into test scoping.

Accreditations: PCI QSA, ISO 27001, SOC 2
Services: Web Application, Network, Cloud, API +8
Pretoria, South Africa · Checked Sept 2026

Ethical hacking team within Orange Cyberdefense with a 20+ year track record. Known for building industry-standard security tools and groundbreaking research.

Accreditations: CREST, ISO 27001
Services: Web Application, Network, Red Teaming, Social Engineering +2

Penetration Testing in France, FAQs

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

We currently list 7 penetration testing providers serving France. 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 France?+

Of the 7 providers listed for France, 4 hold CREST accreditation, the most widely recognised standard for penetration testing quality in the Europe region. For European organisations, look for providers with ISO 27001 certification and expertise in GDPR, NIS 2, and DORA compliance.

How much does penetration testing cost in France?+

Penetration testing costs in France 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.