Cybersecurity Audit and Penetration Testing

World Class Cybersecurity Audit, External Network Security Audit, and Penetration Test
Emulating the approach used by hackers, Altius IT performs a controlled real-life cybersecurity audit and penetration testing evaluation of your firewalls, network entry points, and public IP addresses for security issues that allow hackers access to your systems and data. Our experts analyze your systems for potential vulnerabilities that result from poor or improper system configuration, known and/or unknown hardware or software flaws, or operational weakness.  Our cybersecurity audit identifies specific vulnerabilities and provides detailed instructions to mitigate or eliminate each risk.

In addition to our cybersecurity audit and external network security audit, Altius IT also offers on-site network security audits, web application security audit penetration test, and social engineering security audits.

What the Audit Reviews
Every engagement covers the controls an attacker meets first and the ones that decide whether you detect them:

• Email security controls, including anti-phishing defenses, DMARC, DKIM, SPF, and attachment sandboxing
• Endpoint detection and response (EDR): deployment, coverage, and response capability
• Security operations, including SIEM (security information and event management) configuration, log correlation, alert tuning, and escalation workflows
• Identity and access management (IAM), including multi-factor authentication (MFA) coverage, least privilege, and progress toward a zero trust architecture
• Cloud security configuration across your hosted infrastructure and services
• Vulnerability management, including scanning cadence, prioritization, and remediation timelines
• Ransomware readiness: backup isolation, recovery procedures, and containment playbooks are covered in depth by our Ransomware Recovery Readiness Audit

Audit Report
Altius IT's reports provide specific recommendations and detailed steps you can take to address any identified security vulnerabilities. After delivery of our reports, Altius IT provides three months of free support to answer any questions you may have. This ensures your security vulnerabilities are properly mitigated or eliminated.

Certified Auditor Letter
Let your clients and prospects know that you are secure.  As an IT security audit company with Certified Information Systems Auditors, we can provide you with our Auditor Opinion Letter stating your systems meet security and compliance requirements.

Audit Team
Altius IT provides a certified auditor with each engagement:

• Certified Information Systems Auditor
• Experienced Project Manager
• Senior Security Engineer

Proposal
Our proposal provides you with detailed information so you know exactly how we will help you:

• Project scope and tasks
• Pricing options
• CV's of our audit and security team members
• Sample reports you will receive
• Why Altius IT

Client Experience
Altius IT works with a diverse number of clients across a wide range of industries.  We help organizations of all sizes, from the smallest mom and pop start-up to the world's largest and most recognized names.  Our case studies show how we have helped organizations identify, manage, and reduce their risks.

Certified Information Systems Auditors
Unlike a security consultant, Altius IT is certified as a Certified Information Systems Auditor to perform a security audit of your environment and issue reports and recommendations to secure your systems. After your audit, Altius IT's Auditor Opinion Letter and Secure Seal let your clients and prospects know you meet security best practice/compliance requirements.

See our Media page for video clips of our experts as well as over 40 publications featuring Altius IT. In addition to our auditor certifications, we hold many security, technical, and project management credentials.  More information is available on our About Us page.

Our comprehensive audit service uncovers gaps in your existing defenses so that you can better:

• Fortify your information systems, applications, and network infrastructure
• Comply with regulatory requirements
• Protect your valuable assets

Proven solutions that deliver value

Trusted
Trusted for over 25 years to provide faster and more accurate diagnosis of security issues. We understand that it’s not what we say, it’s what we find that matters. 

Clear Independence
Altius IT has no constricting ties and no conflicts of interest. We are dedicated and responsive to our clients, allowing Altius IT to make recommendations that are aligned with your risk tolerance.

Cost Effective Recommendations
Altius IT’s proprietary services provide a thorough 360 degree review of your risks. Our recommendations provide a clear description of risks found and as well as cost effective steps to secure your systems.

Experienced
We know your industry.  Altius IT has over 25 years of security audit experience in every type of industry from small public firms to large government agencies.

Peer Awards and Recognition
Altius IT’s experts are recognized by our peers as leaders in our field. Our staff has been elected by our peers into industry leadership roles and on the Board of Directors of international and national associations.

Best of Breed
Altius IT’s security audit services have been featured in over 40 industry publications. See our Media page.

Highest Caliber Audit Team
Altius IT answers to global certifying bodies so you can be assured that all audits and recommendations are made under the highest level of quality, reliability, and thoroughness.