TechMagic Earns CREST Accreditation for Penetration Testing

But can you trust just any vendor to find all the weaknesses in your system? How do you know their findings are accurate and reliable?

That's where industry-recognized accreditations matter. In the world of pentests, a CREST-accredited provider = a provider that meets the strict standards required to assess and help secure your systems properly.

At TechMagic, we understand how important this is. That's why we proudly announce that TechMagic has achieved CREST accreditation for penetration testing, one of the most demanding accreditations available in the cybersecurity industry. This proves that our penetration testing services meet globally recognized technical and procedural requirements.

The CREST accreditation was awarded following a comprehensive audit of our capabilities, processes, methodologies, and internal quality assurance. It affirms that TechMagic operates with the integrity and rigor expected by critical infrastructure providers, financial institutions, and government agencies.

Let’s Clarify: What Is CREST

CREST (Council of Registered Ethical Security Testers) is an international, not-for-profit accreditation body established in 2006 to raise the standards of companies and professionals delivering penetration testing, incident response, threat intelligence, and related cybersecurity services.

CREST accreditation for penetration testing is a globally recognized credential that validates a company's technical expertise and ability to deliver high-quality, ethical, and reliable security assessments. Achieving this accreditation involves a multi-stage evaluation process that assesses the provider’s methodologies, technical capabilities, and quality assurance in conducting complex penetration tests.

While individuals can earn CREST certifications (CRT, CCT, etc.) by passing extensive practical exams, companies can earn CREST accreditation (sometimes called “be CREST-approved”) after a multi-stage audit.

This multi-stage assessment process includes:

• A detailed review of internal documentation and security practices
• An evaluation of project delivery processes
• Interviews with staff and management
• Assessment of client deliverables and quality control procedures
• Independent verification through feedback from former clients to confirm the quality and consistency of services delivered

What It Takes to Become a CREST-Accredited Company

CREST-accredited companies must demonstrate:

Proven technical competence

Teams must be capable of delivering advanced penetration testing, aligned with current threat landscapes and industry frameworks.

Structured testing methodologies

Assessments must follow rigorous, documented approaches that ensure coverage, repeatability, and effectiveness.

Strong quality assurance and risk management

Organizations must have internal mechanisms to validate findings, prevent false positives, and manage risk during engagements.

Ongoing professional development

Technical staff are expected to maintain current knowledge through certifications, training, and involvement in the cybersecurity community.

Ethical and legal compliance

Every engagement must follow strict ethical guidelines, data handling protocols, and legal requirements.

Unlike exam-only schemes, CREST accreditation for companies involves a thorough evaluation of the company’s internal systems and the expertise of its staff. This level of scrutiny ensures that accredited companies can be trusted to carry out penetration testing in high-stakes environments where failure is not acceptable.

What This Means for Our Clients

Organizations working with TechMagic can expect services that conform to internationally recognized standards for technical quality, process integrity, and ethical conduct. The CREST accreditation benefits customers in several ways:

Confidence from independent validation

The accreditation confirms that TechMagic’s penetration testing team is not only skilled but that our methodologies, tooling, and procedures were externally reviewed and approved. This eliminates uncertainty about service quality and reduces the risk of relying on unverified providers.

Trust in security outcomes

Penetration testing involves access to sensitive systems and data. Customers need to trust that tests are performed securely and that results are accurate and complete. CREST sets strict requirements for how testing is scoped, executed, and reported, which helps ensure clear, actionable outcomes without unnecessary risk.

Strengthened risk management

CREST-approved providers follow structured, risk-aware engagement models. This reduces the likelihood of disruptions to production systems or mishandling of sensitive data. It also improves the traceability and reproducibility of findings, which is essential for incident response and remediation planning.

Alignment with compliance requirements

Many industries, including finance, healthcare, and government, now recognize or require CREST accreditation when engaging penetration testing providers. For organizations subject to compliance frameworks like GDPR, ISO 27001, PCI DSS, or NIS2, working with an accredited provider like TechMagic helps demonstrate due diligence and satisfy audit requirements.

Access to current threat intelligence and best practices

CREST membership requires that organizations stay informed about the evolving threat landscape. This ensures that TechMagic uses up-to-date techniques and tools, and adapts testing approaches to reflect real-world attacker behavior, not outdated checklists.

"At TechMagic, we understand that cybersecurity is crucial to the success and trust of our clients. That's why we apply the highest security best practices in every project we undertake, ensuring the products we create are secure from the ground up. Our commitment to maintaining ISO 27001 certification annually speaks to our dedication to meeting global security standards. Achieving CREST accreditation is another significant milestone for us, reinforcing that our penetration testing services go beyond routine checks. Our reports offer real, actionable insights that help our clients strengthen their security, build customer trust, and meet compliance requirements effectively."
– Andrii Kuzmych, Co-founder and CTO, TechMagic

Why Working With a CREST-Accredited Provider Matters

Selecting a penetration testing vendor without recognized credentials introduces significant risk. Penetration testing involves more than just identifying vulnerabilities. It demands technical depth, structured processes, and a clear ethical framework.

Working with TechMagic ensures that penetration testing is:

• Technically robust and aligned with current attacker methodologies
• Conducted under controlled, repeatable, and safe conditions
• Delivered with documented findings that are actionable and prioritized
• Performed by skilled professionals operating under a strict code of conduct

For companies requiring pentesting, choosing CREST-approved TechMagic means gaining confidence in the security posture of your organization, supported by clear evidence.

Talk to TechMagic: Accredited, Capable, Credible

TechMagic invested in the infrastructure, training, and process maturity required to earn CREST accreditation. This demonstrates our continuous focus on providing high-quality, reliable, and secure penetration testing services.

Security threats continue to grow, and so must defenses. CREST-accredited vendors adhere to the highest standards for testing a wide range of modern systems and environments.

At TechMagic, our penetration testing services include:

• Web application penetration testing
• Mobile application penetration testing
• Social engineering penetration testing
• Network penetration testing
• External penetration testing
• Cloud penetration testing
• API penetration testing
• AWS penetration testing
• AI penetration testing

For organizations aiming to validate their security posture, meet compliance requirements, or improve their resilience against cyber threats, TechMagic is formally recognized as a trusted, capable, and internationally accredited partner.

Contact us to schedule a CREST-accredited penetration test. We’ll work with you to understand your environment, identify risks, and help you build stronger defenses.

FAQs

1. How do I know if a penetration testing provider is genuinely CREST-accredited?

   You can verify a provider’s CREST accreditation by checking the official CREST website. For TechMagic, you can confirm our status here: https://www.crest-approved.org/member_companies/techmagic/.

2. Why is CREST accreditation important for pen testing?

   CREST accreditation confirms that a penetration testing provider meets industry standards for technical expertise, ethical practices, and quality assurance. It offers clients confidence that assessments are conducted by qualified professionals following best practices.

3. What is the process for engaging TechMagic for a CREST-approved pen test?

   The pentest process begins with a 1-week preparation phase, where we gather system details and obtain authorization. This is followed by a 1-3 week penetration test simulating real-world attacks to identify vulnerabilities. After testing, we deliver a detailed report within 2-3 days, and then present a 1-2 day results overview to translate technical findings into business insights and next steps.