Penetration Testing Providers in South Africa

Africa

South African penetration testing providers serving the continent's most mature cybersecurity market.

Johannesburg and Cape Town host established firms with 20+ years of experience, serving financial services, mining, telecoms, and government sectors with expertise in POPIA compliance.

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Providers
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CREST Accredited
1-3 days
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Featured Local Specialists

Providers headquartered in South Africa, ranked by overall score. These local firms often bring deeper market context and language coverage than global competitors.

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Top Accreditations in South Africa

CREST3ISO 270013Cyber Essentials1SOC 21OSCP Employer1
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Editor’s Pick

Top-ranked in South Africa

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.

CRESTISO 27001Cyber Essentials
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CREST CertifiedAdversary Simulation
SECFORCE logo

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.

London, United KingdomContact for pricing
Web ApplicationNetworkMobile App+10
CRESTISO 27001Cyber Essentials
Verified Feb 2026
SensePost (Orange Cyberdefense) logo

SensePost (Orange Cyberdefense)

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

Pretoria, South AfricaContact for pricing
Web ApplicationNetworkRed Teaming+3
CRESTISO 27001
Verified Mar 2026
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Integrity360

CREST-accredited pan-European cybersecurity services provider delivering penetration testing and managed security from Dublin with a strong UK and Ireland presence.

Dublin, IrelandContact for pricing
Web ApplicationNetworkMobile App+6
CRESTISO 27001SOC 2
Verified Feb 2026
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Telspace Africa

Johannesburg-based infosec consultancy operating since 2002. One of Africa's oldest pen testing firms with deep technical expertise.

Johannesburg, South AfricaContact for pricing
Web ApplicationNetworkRed Teaming+3
OSCP Employer
Verified Mar 2026

Penetration Testing in South Africa, FAQs

How do I find a penetration testing provider in South Africa?+

We currently list 4 penetration testing providers serving South Africa. 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 South Africa?+

Of the 4 providers listed for South Africa, 3 hold CREST accreditation, the most widely recognised standard for penetration testing quality in the Africa region. Other valuable accreditations include CHECK (for UK government work), ISO 27001, and SOC 2. The right accreditations depend on your industry and regulatory requirements.

How much does penetration testing cost in South Africa?+

Penetration testing costs in South Africa 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.