Investing in an internal penetration testing team is a strategic decision. But success depends on more than just hiring skilled people.
I work with CISOs and security leaders to design, align and embed internal testing teams that deliver consistent value, integrate with risk and compliance frameworks, and scale with the business. This is about more than delivery. It is about building a trusted, embedded function that supports long-term security objectives.
Build a Strategic, Scalable Pentesting Capability
Consistency and Assurance
I help standardise methodologies, tooling and reporting to meet internal governance, regulatory and audit expectations. This ensures testing outcomes are reliable, consistent and repeatable.
Integrated Operations
I improve collaboration between testing, compliance, risk and technology teams. Testing becomes aligned to business priorities and risk, enabling faster decisions and more actionable outcomes.
Talent Retention and Capability Growth
High-quality testers are difficult to retain. I create a structure for onboarding, mentoring and development that reduces attrition and builds long-term capability in your internal team.
Scalable, Business-Aligned Delivery
Internal testing should be more than a tactical resource. I help position the team as a strategic asset that supports regulatory readiness, protects reputation and delivers measurable value.
Delivery Approach
Phase 1: Discovery and Assessment
Understand current team dynamics, challenges and blockers
- Review tools, processes and alignment to business and risk priorities
- Identify gaps in consistency, utilisation and reporting
- Deliver a practical roadmap tailored to business objectives
Phase 2: Standardisation and Alignment
Define and implement consistent testing frameworks and governance
- Integrate with internal risk, compliance and audit processes
- Align delivery across technical and business stakeholders
- Introduce knowledge sharing and maturity-building initiatives
Phase 3: Integration and Optimisation
Establish leadership structure, accountability and reporting lines
- Improve resource allocation and operational efficiency
- Define a long-term operating model for growth and performance
- Position the team as a valued partner to the business
Why Choose Conversec
| What You Need | Conversec | Traditional Consulting Firms |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive Security Expertise | Yes, focused and specialist | Generalist cybersecurity support |
| Strategic Business Alignment | Embedded, tailored approach | One-size-fits-all frameworks |
| Agile, Cost-Effective Delivery | Direct access to senior expertise | Expensive, slow-moving teams |
| Talent and Culture Focus | Builds long-term capability | Often overlooked or deprioritised |
Whether you are building an internal team for the first time or scaling an existing function, I provide the structure, expertise and leadership support to ensure your investment delivers.
