Proving Compliance and Security Effectiveness Through Pen Testing

This is a podcast episode titled, Proving Compliance and Security Effectiveness Through Pen Testing. The summary for this episode is: <p>Many companies start penetration testing to address compliance requirements. However, it can also provide valuable insights beyond just meeting standards.</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode, host <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jararowe/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Jara Rowe</a> sits down with <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/anhpham11/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Anh Pham</a> and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/christina-annechino/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Christina Annechino</a> 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.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key takeaways:</strong></p><ul><li>Compliance frameworks and their pen test requirements</li><li>The different types of penetration testing</li><li>How to prepare your environment for a successful pen test</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Episode highlights:</strong></p><p>(00:00) Today’s topic: Penetration Testing and Compliance</p><p>(03:42) Pen testing compliance frameworks</p><p>(05:46) The difference between vulnerability scans and pen tests</p><p>(09:11) How often to conduct pen tests</p><p>(11:04) Qualities of a good penetration testing vendor&nbsp;</p><p>(14:34) Making pen testing work on a budget</p><p>(16:49) Scoping mistakes that limit test outcomes</p><p>(18:53) Using pen tests to improve overall cybersecurity</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Connect with the host:</strong></p><p>Jara Rowe’s LinkedIn - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jararowe/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@jararowe</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Connect with the guest:</strong></p><p>Anh Pham’s LinkedIn - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/anhpham11/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@anhpham11</a></p><p>Christina Annechino’s LinkedIn - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/christina-annechino/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@christinaannechino</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Connect with Trava:</strong></p><p>Website - <a href="http://www.travasecurity.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.travasecurity.com</a></p><p>Blog -<a href="http://www.travasecurity.com/learn-with-trava/blog" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> www.travasecurity.com/learn-with-trava/blog</a></p><p>LinkedIn - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/travasecurity/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@travasecurity</a></p><p>YouTube - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@travasecurity" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@travasecurity</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Listen to a related episode:</strong></p><p>Unveiling Vulnerabilities: The Power of Pen Testing - <a href="https://travasecurity.com/learn-with-trava/podcasts/unveiling-vulnerabilities-the-power-of-pen-testing-in-cybersecurity/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://travasecurity.com/learn-with-trava/podcasts/unveiling-vulnerabilities-the-power-of-pen-testing-in-cybersecurity/</a></p>