Penetration Testing Providers in Germany
Europe
German penetration testing providers with expertise in TISAX for the automotive industry, BSI standards, and German-specific compliance requirements.
Germany has a strong pen testing market serving its manufacturing, automotive, and financial sectors.
Germany's market is shaped by TISAX for the automotive supply chain, BSI IT-Grundschutz across public sector and critical infrastructure, and NIS 2 for regulated operators. Providers serve a dense base of manufacturing, automotive, and mittelstand clients with expertise in OT/ICS testing and German-language reporting alongside standard web, network, and cloud engagements.
Most relevant: Cyber Resilience Act compliance.
Featured Local Specialists
Providers headquartered in Germany, ranked by overall score. These local firms often bring deeper market context and language coverage than global competitors.
Top Accreditations in Germany
Compliance Expertise in Germany
Editor’s Pick
Top-ranked in Germany
NCC Group
Global cybersecurity consultancy with CREST, CHECK, and CBEST accreditation, renowned for deep technical research and comprehensive penetration testing services.
NCC Group
Global cybersecurity consultancy with CREST, CHECK, and CBEST accreditation, renowned for deep technical research and comprehensive penetration testing services.
SECFORCE
Canary Wharf-based adversary simulation and CBEST-aligned penetration testing consultancy, delivering CREST-accredited offensive security to UK financial services and other organisations with the most demanding requirements.
Mandiant
World-renowned cybersecurity firm now part of Google Cloud, delivering threat intelligence-led penetration testing and red teaming informed by front-line incident response experience.
LRQA
The only organisation worldwide with a full suite of CREST accreditations. 250+ cybersecurity specialists operating in 55+ countries across pen testing, red teaming, and incident response.
Claranet
CREST and CHECK-accredited European managed services provider delivering penetration testing with deep infrastructure and cloud hosting expertise.
Kroll
Global risk advisory firm with a 400+ person cyber practice. IR-led penetration testing that feeds active breach intelligence straight into test scoping.
usd AG
Frankfurt-based European payment security specialist holding the full set of PCI credentials (QSA, PFI, ASV, P2PE). Manual-first penetration testing for fintechs, acquirers, and regulated enterprises.
Schellman
The largest CPA-firm-based cybersecurity assessor in the US. Unique in holding FedRAMP 3PAO, PCI QSA, HITRUST, ISO 27001, and SOC attestation authority simultaneously.
SEC Consult
Vienna-headquartered Austrian cybersecurity consultancy with a prolific Vulnerability Lab research program and deep expertise in IoT and embedded systems security across the DACH region.
HiSolutions
Berlin-headquartered German cybersecurity consultancy with 30+ years of BSI IT-Grundschutz experience. Trusted by federal agencies, DAX corporations, and critical infrastructure operators.
Airbus Protect
Airbus group cybersecurity consultancy with ANSSI PASSI qualification. Aerospace, defence, and critical infrastructure penetration testing across Europe.
Penetration Testing in Germany, FAQs
How do I find a penetration testing provider in Germany?+
We currently list 16 penetration testing providers serving Germany. 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 Germany?+
Of the 16 providers listed for Germany, 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 Germany?+
Penetration testing costs in Germany 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.