Our penetration testing team holds industry-recognized certifications
Beyond Penetration Testing
Standard penetration tests are essential, but they are limited by scope and time. They ask, "Can this specific door be unlocked?" Red Teaming asks a different question: "Can a motivated adversary compromise our Critical Business Functions by any means necessary?" It is not a test of your technology; it is a test of your entire organization—People, Processes, and Technology.
Simulating Real-World Threats
Our Red Teaming operations move beyond theoretical risks to simulate the reality of Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs) and Organized Crime Groups (OCGs). We adopt a goal-oriented, stealthy approach. We do not just scan for vulnerabilities; we use social engineering, physical intrusion, custom malware, and lateral movement to bypass your defenses silently.
TIBER-EU & DORA TLPT Compliance
For financial entities, resilience is now a regulatory mandate. We specialize in delivering Threat-Led Penetration Testing (TLPT) in accordance with the TIBER-EU framework and the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA). These are not quick scans; they are multi-month, intelligence-led operations designed to stress-test your detection and response capabilities against the specific Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs) of threat actors targeting your sector.
Core Capabilities
Adversary Emulation (TTPs)
We don't just "hack." We emulate the specific behaviors of known threat groups (e.g., Lazarus, FIN7) relevant to your industry, ensuring the test reflects your actual threat landscape.
Full-Spectrum Attack Vectors
We target the weakest link, whether that is an unpatched server, a gullible employee (Social Engineering), or an unlocked side door at your data center (Physical Intrusion).
Stealth & Evasion
Unlike pen testers who are "noisy," our Red Team operates in the shadows. We develop custom payloads and modify off-the-shelf tools to evade your EDR and SIEM, testing your team’s ability to detect subtle anomalies.
Critical Function Targeting
The goal is not Domain Admin; the goal is business impact. We attempt to compromise specific critical functions—such as SWIFT payment gateways or customer databases—to demonstrate real-world financial risk.
Purple Teaming De-Briefs
We don't just walk away. We conduct collaborative workshops with your Blue Team (Defenders) to replay the attack, revealing exactly how we got in and tuning your tools to detect us next time.
What is TIBER-EU & DORA TLPT?
For financial entities, high-end red teaming is no longer optional. It is a regulatory standard. We specialize in delivering intelligence-led operations that satisfy these specific European frameworks.
TIBER-EU (Threat Intelligence-based Ethical Red Teaming) Developed by the European Central Bank (ECB), TIBER-EU is the gold standard framework for testing the resilience of financial market infrastructures. Tests must be intelligence-led, meaning the attack scenarios are based on real threat intelligence relevant to your specific sector, not generic attacks.
Read the Official TIBER-EU Framework (ECB)
DORA TLPT (Threat-Led Penetration Testing) The Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) is the EU regulation that makes digital resilience mandatory. Significant financial entities are required to perform Threat-Led Penetration Testing at least every three years. These tests must follow the TIBER-EU methodology to be accepted by regulators.
Key Benefits
Measure True Response Time Stop guessing. Find out exactly how many days (or weeks) an attacker can operate inside your network before your SOC detects them.
Regulatory Compliance (DORA) Satisfy the rigorous TLPT requirements of the DORA regulation and TIBER-EU framework with a fully documented, intelligence-led exercise that satisfies European regulators.
Expose Logic Gaps Technology often works, but processes fail. We expose the gaps between teams that allow attackers to survive, like a phish reported to IT that was never escalated to Security.
Board-Level Assurance Provide your executive leadership with the ultimate validation. A passed red team exercise is the strongest evidence possible that your organisation is resilient against sophisticated cyber threats.
What Does a SecureIT Penetration Test Report Include?
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We share a redacted sample report and our full testing methodology so you know exactly what to expect — the format, depth, and actionability of every deliverable.
- Redacted sample penetration test report with real findings
- Step-by-step methodology document for your service type
- Example severity ratings, CVSS scores, and remediation steps
- Executive summary format used by our clients for board reporting
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between TIBER-EU and DORA TLPT?
TIBER-EU is the framework. It is a methodology developed by the European Central Bank that defines how intelligence-led red team tests should be conducted for financial institutions. DORA TLPT is the regulatory obligation. It is the requirement under the Digital Operational Resilience Act that significant financial entities must undergo threat-led penetration testing at least every three years. DORA requires that these tests follow the TIBER-EU methodology. Short version: TIBER-EU is the how, DORA TLPT is the must.
Who is required to undergo DORA TLPT?
DORA TLPT applies to financial entities designated as significant by their national competent authority. This typically includes banks, insurance companies, investment firms, payment institutions, and critical third-party ICT service providers operating within the EU. The designation is based on factors such as size, systemic importance, and the nature of digital operations. If you are unsure whether your organisation falls under scope, SecureIT can help you assess your DORA obligations.
What does a TIBER-EU / DORA TLPT engagement look like end-to-end?
A TIBER-EU/DORA TLPT engagement runs in three formal phases.
- Preparation phase. Scope definition, assembly of the test team, and engagement of a certified Threat Intelligence provider who produces a Targeted Threat Intelligence report specific to your organisation and sector.
- Test phase. SecureIT's red team executes a realistic, intelligence-led attack campaign against your live production environment. The campaign is based entirely on the threat intelligence report, simulating the actual adversaries who target your sector.
- Closure phase. A joint debrief with your blue team (purple team exercise), full remediation report, and the formal test report submitted to your regulator.
Throughout the engagement, a White Team coordinator within your organisation manages communication between the regulator, the TI provider, and the red team.
How long does a TIBER-EU or DORA TLPT test typically take?
A full TIBER-EU / DORA TLPT engagement typically runs between three and six months from kick-off to final report submission. The preparation phase usually takes six to eight weeks. The active red team test phase runs for a minimum of twelve weeks. The closure phase, including the purple team exercise and final reporting, adds another two to four weeks. Timeline varies depending on scope complexity and the availability of your internal White Team coordinator.
What deliverables does SecureIT provide after the test?
At the end of a TIBER-EU / DORA TLPT engagement, SecureIT delivers:
- Red Team Test Report. A full technical account of all attack paths executed, systems compromised, and evidence collected during the test phase.
- Purple Team Report. A collaborative document produced during the closure debrief, mapping each attack technique to your detection and response capabilities.
- Remediation Roadmap. A prioritised list of security improvements, mapped to the specific weaknesses identified during the test.
- Regulator-Ready Summary. An executive-level document formatted for submission to your national competent authority under DORA/TIBER-EU requirements.
All reports follow the official TIBER-EU report templates where applicable.
Does SecureIT coordinate directly with our regulator?
SecureIT acts as the Test Team Provider. We execute the red team operation and produce the required technical reports. Direct regulator communication is handled through your internal White Team coordinator, who acts as the official liaison with your national competent authority. That said, we support your White Team throughout the process, including preparing test plan documentation, participating in pre-engagement regulator meetings if required, and making sure all deliverables meet the formal TIBER-EU / DORA submission standards.
Is SecureIT an accredited TIBER-EU Test Team Provider?
SecureIT operates as a Test Team Provider for TIBER-EU and DORA TLPT engagements, delivering the red team execution component in line with ECB framework requirements. Accreditation requirements and processes vary by national jurisdiction. We recommend discussing your specific regulatory requirements during an initial consultation so we can confirm fit and cover any jurisdiction-specific considerations for your engagement.
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All engagements are carried out manually by our certified team. No automated scanning, no offshore delivery.
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SecureIT delivers manual penetration testing across networks, web applications, mobile apps, APIs, and Active Directory. Our team is based in Reykjavík, Iceland and works with clients globally.