External network penetration testing
See your network the way attackers do
Your public-facing assets are the gateway to your organization’s digital presence. Rhymetec’s External Network Penetration Testing provides a precise, controlled assessment of your external perimeter to identify misconfigurations, vulnerabilities, and potential exposure points. Our certified testers emulate realistic attack scenarios in a safe, managed way, delivering verified findings and clear recommendations to help you maintain a resilient, trusted network environment.
Contact us Contact us Contact usClarity across your external perimeter
We assess your internet-facing assets to ensure your business remains secure and connected with confidence.
External penetration testing focuses exclusively on systems, applications, and infrastructure exposed to the public internet. Rhymetec’s testers replicate real-world reconnaissance and exploitation techniques to identify risks such as outdated software, weak encryption, open ports, and exposed credentials. Rather than focusing on alarm, our approach provides clear visibility into your external environment.
A structured approach to external assurance
Our proven process ensures accuracy, transparency, and actionable outcomes.
Planning & Scoping
Define the testing scope (domains, IPs, and assets) aligned with your business and compliance priorities.
Reconnaissance & Discovery
Identify every publicly accessible service and dependency exposed to the internet.
Validation & Analysis
Safely validate potential vulnerabilities to measure true impact without disruption.
Reporting & Remediation Guidance
Deliver a clear, comprehensive report with prioritized recommendations and executive insights.
From discovery to direction
Every engagement concludes with transparent, validated results.
- Verified vulnerabilities with risk rankings and supporting evidence
- Executive summary for leadership visibility
- Technical findings with detailed remediation guidance
- Optional retesting to validate corrective actions
Certifications our testers hold
CHFI
OSWA
OSWE
OSCP
OSED
OSCE
OSEP
CISSP
COMPTIA
CPENT
BSCP
CHFI
OSWA
OSWE
OSCP
OSED
OSCE
OSEP
CISSP
COMPTIA
CPENT
BSCP
CHFI
OSWA
OSWE
OSCP
OSED
OSCE
OSEP
CISSP
COMPTIA
CPENT
BSCP
Have a question?
We can help.
What is External Network Penetration Testing?
External network penetration testing evaluates the security of your public-facing systems (such as web servers, email gateways, and cloud endpoints) by simulating real-world attacks to identify and validate vulnerabilities.
Who needs an External Network Penetration Test?
Any network connected to the internet should test its network security through vulnerability scanning and network penetration testing.
How often should external penetration testing be performed?
At least annually, or following significant infrastructure or application changes. Many organizations also test quarterly to meet compliance frameworks such as SOC 2, ISO 27001, or PCI DSS.
How long does an External Network Penetration Test take?
Almost all of our Penetration Tests take approximately one week for initial testing. Upon notification of critical findings coupled with an executive presentation of initial findings, plus details for remediation, our team will execute a retest at no additional cost to you.
What is External Network Penetration Testing?
External network penetration testing evaluates the security of your public-facing systems (such as web servers, email gateways, and cloud endpoints) by simulating real-world attacks to identify and validate vulnerabilities.
How often should external penetration testing be performed?
At least annually, or following significant infrastructure or application changes. Many organizations also test quarterly to meet compliance frameworks such as SOC 2, ISO 27001, or PCI DSS.
Who needs an External Network Penetration Test?
Any network connected to the internet should test its network security through vulnerability scanning and network penetration testing.
How long does an External Network Penetration Test take?
Almost all of our Penetration Tests take approximately one week for initial testing. Upon notification of critical findings coupled with an executive presentation of initial findings, plus details for remediation, our team will execute a retest at no additional cost to you.
Security with benefits
What our clients are saying about us
1,200+ companies trust us to keep their businesses thriving.
