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Cybersecurity Testing

Military-Grade

Security Assessment

Ridge IT's Elite Security Team Performing Advanced Penetration Testing

Mission success requires mission security.

We analyze security architecture across all endpoints delivering actionable insights into weaknesses in infrastructure and networks.

Rapid testing in days. Not weeks. Not months.
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Active Adversaries

Custom security assessment methodology uses commercial tools that miss sophisticated vulnerabilities.

Active Adversaries

We reverse engineer real world attacks in your environment, exposing weaknesses across all endpoints.
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Actionable Intelligence

Most penetration testing reports dump hundreds of findings with no prioritization or remediation guidance.

Actionable Intelligence

We deliver clear, prioritized vulnerabilities with remediation steps your team can implement immediately.
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Architecture Review

Zero Trust architecture assessment evaluates attack surface, analyzing defense in layers to reduce breeches.

Architecture Review

Our verification process ensures every reported vulnerability is legitimate and exploitable in your environment.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Ridge IT’s security assessment different from other providers?

Unlike conventional providers that rely primarily on basic vulnerability scanning or limited penetration testing, military-grade security assessment combines elite human expertise with advanced automation to evaluate your entire security posture. Both architecture and active threats undergo thorough examination, delivering comprehensive findings significantly faster than industry standard, verifying every vulnerability to eliminate false positives, and providing specific remediation guidance prioritized by business risk. As Tampa's #1 ranked MSSP, the same protection trusted by defense contractors extends to businesses of all sizes. Experience the decisive advantage of a comprehensive security assessment.

How does your security assessment help defend against advanced persistent threats (APTs)?

Military-grade security assessment methodology specifically identifies the sophisticated tactics used by Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs). Both security architecture analysis and simulation of multi-stage attack patterns these threat actors use, including establishing covert command channels, lateral movement techniques, and data exfiltration methods, create a complete defense strategy. By evaluating both defensive architecture and exposure to active threats, defenses that disrupt APT campaigns activate before objectives are achieved. This dual-perspective approach provides protection that traditional penetration testing alone simply cannot deliver. Secure against sophisticated APT campaigns with a comprehensive security assessment.

What is a security assessment and why is it more valuable than traditional penetration testing?

A security assessment is a comprehensive evaluation that combines active adversary testing, architecture review, and actionable intelligence to provide a complete picture of your security posture. Unlike traditional penetration testing that simply identifies vulnerabilities without context, security assessment examines both attack vectors and defensive architecture to provide a holistic view of your risk. Reverse-engineered real-world attacks in your environment alongside analysis of your entire security stack delivers prioritized recommendations that go beyond a simple vulnerability checklist. Transform your security posture with an assessment that delivers actual business value.

How long does a security assessment take and what’s included in the report?

Comprehensive security assessment report delivers complete findings with actionable intelligence. Each report includes an executive summary with risk ratings, detailed vulnerability descriptions, exploitation proof, business impact analysis, and specific remediation steps prioritized by actual risk to your organization—all verified to eliminate false positives. While traditional penetration testing might provide a checklist of vulnerabilities, security assessment delivers a complete roadmap for strengthening your security posture aligned with your business objectives. Obtain your actionable security roadmap through a military-grade assessment.

What types of security assessment services do you offer?

Comprehensive security assessment includes active adversary testing, architecture review, and actionable intelligence. This includes external and internal network evaluation, web and mobile application testing, cloud infrastructure analysis (AWS, Azure, GCP), wireless network testing, Zero Trust architecture assessment, and social engineering simulations. Unlike traditional penetration tests that only identify vulnerabilities, assessment delivers a complete security picture with remediation priorities aligned to specific business risks. Request your comprehensive security assessment today.

How does your security assessment approach evaluate architecture vs. just testing for vulnerabilities?

Traditional penetration testing only identifies exploitable vulnerabilities without considering your overall security architecture. Military-grade security architecture assessment evaluates your entire defensive strategy, including Zero Trust implementation, defense-in-depth layers, and security tool effectiveness. Analysis extends to whether your architecture allows threats to bypass security controls even when individual components function properly - similar to identifying whether you have a well-built car (architecture) versus just evaluating the quality of individual components like tires (vulnerabilities). Strengthen your defensive architecture with a comprehensive assessment.

How does your security assessment approach evaluate architecture vs. just testing for vulnerabilities?

Vulnerability scanning uses automated tools to identify known security weaknesses but provides no verification or context. Penetration testing actively exploits vulnerabilities but typically focuses on a narrow scope and rarely provides actionable remediation guidance. Military-grade security assessment combines multiple approaches: reverse-engineering real-world attacks in your environment, analyzing your security architecture, and delivering prioritized, actionable intelligence with specific remediation steps—creating a complete security evaluation that addresses both technical vulnerabilities and strategic security gaps. Elevate beyond basic testing with a comprehensive assessment approach.

How does your security assessment approach evaluate architecture vs. just testing for vulnerabilities?

Military-grade security assessment satisfies compliance requirements that typically mandate penetration testing while delivering significantly more value. For frameworks like PCI DSS (Requirement 11.3), HIPAA Security Rule, SOC 2 (Common Criteria 4.1), and CMMC 2.0 (Level 2), assessment not only fulfills the technical testing requirements but also provides the architectural evaluation and remediation guidance needed to maintain continuous compliance. This approach ensures you don't just check compliance boxes but actually implement sustainable security practices that protect sensitive data. Achieve meaningful compliance through comprehensive security assessment.

How can we begin preparing for a security assessment?

Preparing for a security assessment is straightforward and minimally disruptive to your operations. The process begins with a kickoff meeting to understand your environment, followed by a security questionnaire to gather information about your current architecture. Active adversary testing and architectural analysis follows, requiring minimal involvement from your team. Unlike traditional penetration testing that may demand extensive preparation, military-grade security assessment is designed to work with your existing environment and identify real-world risks without requiring significant resource commitment from your team. Start your low-impact assessment process today.

How frequently should organizations conduct security assessments?

Most compliance frameworks and security best practices recommend conducting security assessments at least annually and after significant infrastructure changes, application updates, or security policy modifications. However, organizations handling sensitive data or facing heightened threats should consider more frequent assessments. Military-grade security assessment provides a thorough baseline evaluation, which can be followed by more targeted assessments focused on specific areas as your security program matures. Develop your assessment schedule based on your specific risk profile.

Can a security assessment be performed on cloud environments like AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud?

Yes, military-grade security assessment methodology extends fully to cloud environments, including AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud. Evaluation covers cloud-specific security concerns including identity and access management, network security controls, data protection configurations, and misconfigurations that create attack vectors. Unlike traditional penetration testing that might miss cloud architecture vulnerabilities, comprehensive security assessment analyzes both the cloud provider's shared responsibility model and your specific implementation to identify security gaps across your entire cloud footprint. Secure your cloud environment with a specialized assessment.

How does a security assessment address advanced social engineering and messaging threats beyond email?

Modern attackers have expanded beyond traditional email phishing to exploit messaging platforms like Teams, Slack, and SMS. Military-grade security assessment includes evaluation of behavioral AI attacks that analyze communication patterns to craft convincing messages across multiple channels. Sophisticated social engineering scenarios where attackers use LinkedIn, WhatsApp, and other platforms to establish trust before exploiting access undergo thorough testing. Protect your entire communication landscape with a comprehensive assessment approach.

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