Many companies start penetration testing to address compliance requirements. However, it can also provide valuable insights beyond just meeting standards.

In this episode, host Jara Rowe sits down with Anh Pham and Christina Annechino from Trava to talk about how pen tests uncover hidden risks and strengthen your cybersecurity. They explain compliance frameworks, typical pen test schedules, and common mistakes to avoid.

Key takeaways:

• Compliance frameworks and their pen test requirements
• The different types of penetration testing
• How to prepare your environment for a successful pen test

Episode highlights:

(00:00) Today’s topic: Penetration Testing and Compliance

(03:42) Pen testing compliance frameworks

(05:46) The difference between vulnerability scans and pen tests

(09:11) How often to conduct pen tests

(11:04) Qualities of a good penetration testing vendor 

(14:34) Making pen testing work on a budget

(16:49) Scoping mistakes that limit test outcomes

(18:53) Using pen tests to improve overall cybersecurity

Connect with the host:

Jara Rowe’s LinkedIn - @jararowe

Connect with the guest:

Anh Pham’s LinkedIn - @anhpham11

Christina Annechino’s LinkedIn - @christinaannechino

Connect with Trava:

Website - www.travasecurity.com

Blog - www.travasecurity.com/learn-with-trava/blog

LinkedIn - @travasecurity

YouTube - @travasecurity

Listen to a related episode:

Unveiling Vulnerabilities: The Power of Pen Testing - https://travasecurity.com/learn-with-trava/podcasts/unveiling-vulnerabilities-the-power-of-pen-testing-in-cybersecurity/