Whether you're looking to complete your first pentest, or just looking for a fresh set of eyes, Halo Security's friendly & experienced team of US-based penetration testers are here to help. Our team identifies vulnerabilities and recommends fixes in an easy to follow format, so that you can protect your business.
From compliance testing to comprehensive security assessments, our manual testing approach uncovers the issues that matter most to your business.
The team holds industry-leading credentials, including OSCP, OSWA, PWPP, and CAPenX.
Penetration Testing Offerings
Web Application - Business logic flaws, coding vulnerabilities, and security weaknesses in custom applications
External Network - Internet-facing infrastructure vulnerabilities that attackers could exploit remotely
Compliance - Testing designed to comply with PCI DSS Requirement 11.3
API - REST, GraphQL, and SOAP API testing for authentication flaws and data exposure risks
Internal Network - Lateral movement risks and privilege escalation opportunities
Mobile App - iOS and Android application security testing for platform-specific vulnerabilities
Wireless - Wi-Fi infrastructure, configuration weaknesses, and rogue access points
Red Teaming - Multi-vector adversarial simulation testing detection capabilities and incident response
Social Engineering - Human security controls through phishing campaigns and social manipulation
Beyond penetration testing, Halo Security offers external attack surface management, vulnerability scanning and PCI compliance. Founded in 2013, Halo Security is a PCI DSS Approved Scanning Vendor that has helped thousands of organizations improve their security posture and avoid the costly fallout of a data breach.
Min project size
$5,000+
Hourly rate
$200 - $300 / hr
Employees
10 - 49
Locations
Miami Beach, FL
Year founded
Founded 2013
1 Locations
Miami Beach , FL
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Pricing Snapshot
Min. project size
$5,000+
Avg. hourly rate
$200 - $300
/hr
Rating for cost
5
/5
What Clients Have Said
Halo Security is praised for fitting client budgets and providing good value for cost. Clients report efficient project management and clear communication. Specific project costs are not mentioned, but the overall consensus highlights their affordability and alignment with client values.
Clients choose Halo Security for their alignment with company values and budget-friendly pricing. This combination of shared values and cost-effectiveness makes them an attractive partner for businesses seeking security solutions.
Strong Project Management Skills
Clients consistently praise Halo Security for their excellent project management. They deliver projects on time and maintain clear, proactive communication through virtual meetings and emails. This efficiency is reflected in their ability to meet or exceed timelines, enhancing client satisfaction.
Effective Communication and Responsiveness
Halo Security is noted for its clear, knowledgeable communication and responsiveness. Clients appreciate their ability to address queries promptly and provide real-time assistance, fostering a collaborative environment and building strong client relationships.
Flexibility and Adaptability
Clients appreciate Halo Security's flexibility in scheduling and adapting to their needs. The company's ability to start projects ahead of schedule and adjust to client demands showcases their commitment to accommodating client requirements.
High-Quality Penetration Testing
The company's expertise in penetration testing is widely recognized. Clients report successful identification of vulnerabilities and appreciate the detailed reports and remediation recommendations provided, which help improve their security posture.
"They went far beyond the basic interactions and deliverables, making sure every question and need I had was answered and taken care of."
Aug 21, 2025
Executive Director of IT, Furniture Retailer
Anonymous
Retail
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
201-500 Employees
Online Review
Halo Security conducted internal and external network and application penetration tests for a furniture retailer. They also provided a detailed analysis of their findings.
Halo Security delivered a detailed network analysis and scanning results, showcasing their thoroughness. The team went above and beyond to ensure all the client's questions and needs were addressed. Moreover, they made themselves available at all times and were a pleasure to work with.
The client submitted this review online.
BACKGROUND
Please describe your company and position.
I am the Executive Director of IT of a retail company
Describe what your company does in a single sentence.
We provide high value home furnishings to customers in Oklahoma, Texas, and Kansas.
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What specific goals or objectives did you hire Halo Security to accomplish?
Perform internal and external network penetration test
SOLUTION
How did you find Halo Security?
Online Search
Why did you select Halo Security over others?
Pricing fit our budget
Great culture fit
Company values aligned
How many teammates from Halo Security were assigned to this project?
2-5 Employees
Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.
Perform an internal and external network and application penetreation test, delivering detailed analysis on findings.
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?
Detailed network analysis and scaning results were delivered showing not only did the team do a comprehensive job, but the complexity of the findings and the conversations with the engineers demonstrated their thoroughness.
Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?
Damon has been a pleasure to work with, supporting us through the project and making himself available any time we have any questions.
What was your primary form of communication with Halo Security?
Virtual Meeting
What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?
They went far beyond the basic interactions and deliverables, making sure every question and need I had was answered and taken care of.
Are there any areas for improvement or something Halo Security could have done differently?
Nothing to add here.
RATINGS
5.0
Quality
5.0
Service & Deliverables
Schedule
5.0
On time / deadlines
Cost
5.0
Value / within estimates
Willing to Refer
5.0
NPS
Cybersecurity & Application Testing for Healthcare Company
Application TestingCybersecurity
Confidential
Mar. - May 2025
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0
"They were very communicative throughout the whole experience."
May 27, 2025
Staff, Enrollify
Taggart Price
Verified
Other industries
Los Angeles, California
11-50 Employees
Online Review
Verified
Halo Security performed penetration testing for a healthcare company's web app. They provided recommendations for remediation and a retest report.
Halo Security successfully delivered reports on time, showcasing their flexibility and efficient work. Their immediate response to queries and issues, as well as their proactive communication, were key elements of their work. The client praised their real-time assistance and collaboration.
The client submitted this review online.
BACKGROUND
Please describe your company and position.
I am the Staff of Enrollify
Describe what your company does in a single sentence.
The platform and people needed to improve benefits engagement and outcomes.
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What specific goals or objectives did you hire Halo Security to accomplish?
Penetration Test
Remediation Support
SOLUTION
How did you find Halo Security?
Online Search
Referral
Why did you select Halo Security over others?
Pricing fit our budget
Good value for cost
How many teammates from Halo Security were assigned to this project?
2-5 Employees
Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.
Halo Security provided penetration testing services for our web application, recommendations for remediation, and retests.
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?
There was an intial penetration test report with recommendations for remediation of vulnerabilities, a retest report, and a final report.
Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?
Halo Security's penetration testers had an opening in their schedule and immediately notified us. Due to their flexibility, we were able to start the test 2 weeks ahead of schedule. They responded same day to all of our emails, and were able to retest within a day both times. At one point we needed more clarification on a few points in the report, and they promptly set up a video call to answer all of our questions.
What was your primary form of communication with Halo Security?
Virtual Meeting
Email or Messaging App
What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?
They were very communicative throughout the whole experience. At one point, they started an email chain with one of our engineers and walked through remediation recommendations in real time. We were able to finish the second round of remediation in a day due to their responsiveness.
Are there any areas for improvement or something Halo Security could have done differently?
At one point a vulnerability exploit resulted in an error on our production environment. However, this is always a risk with production penetration testing, and they responded within the hour to help us respond to the incident.
RATINGS
5.0
Quality
5.0
Service & Deliverables
Schedule
5.0
On time / deadlines
Cost
5.0
Value / within estimates
Willing to Refer
5.0
NPS
Cybersecurity for Independent School
Cybersecurity
Confidential
March 2026
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0
"The assigned crew didn't overcomplicate anything and spoke clearly."
Mar 12, 2026
Director of Information Technology, Cooke School & Institute
Paul Fisher
Verified
Education
New York, United States
201-500 Employees
Online Review
Verified
Halo Security tested an independent school's Cisco Meraki MX450 security appliances for potential breaches. They also provided a full report and remediation if they found anything.
Halo Security's testing identified open active ports that pointed traffic to dedicated internal software and servers. They provided a full report, but no remediation was necessary. The team was extremely communicative, friendly, and highly professional. They also spoke clearly.
BACKGROUND
Introduce your business and what you do there.
I’m the director of IT for Cooke School and Institute. We’re an independent school that educates neurodivergent students and those with mild to moderate disabilities, ages 5–21, using innovative, experiential programs to foster independence and life skills.
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What challenge were you trying to address with Halo Security?
We needed help testing our security appliances for any potential breaches.
SOLUTION
What was the scope of their involvement?
Halo Security tested our Cisco Meraki MX450 security appliances for any potential breaches. They also provided a full report and remediation if they found anything.
What is the team composition?
We worked with an assigned crew.
How did you come to work with Halo Security?
We found them through an online search and a referral. We chose them because their pricing fit our budget, they offered good value for the cost, and their company values aligned with ours.
What is the status of this engagement?
We worked together in March 2026.
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?
The testing showed open active ports pointing traffic to dedicated internal software and servers, which, while valid, wouldn’t have been identified if the testing hadn’t been conducted. Halo Security provided a full report, but no remediation was necessary.
How did Halo Security perform from a project management standpoint?
They were extremely communicative, friendly, and highly professional. It was a complete pleasure working with the full team, and we look forward to doing so again. We communicated through email and virtual meetings.
What did you find most impressive about them?
The assigned crew didn’t overcomplicate anything and spoke clearly. Oftentimes, vendors try to create mountains out of molehills to exaggerate the work and perceived impact. Everything about them was clear yet confident.
Are there any areas they could improve?
No, there weren’t any from my perspective.
RATINGS
5.0
Quality
5.0
Service & Deliverables
Schedule
5.0
On time / deadlines
Cost
5.0
Value / within estimates
Willing to Refer
5.0
NPS
Cybersecurity & Penetration Testing for Healthcare Company
Application TestingCybersecurity
Less than $10,000
August 2025
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0
"We were very happy with the relationship and look forward to working with them."
Aug 14, 2025
Manager of Security & Compliance, AKASA
Sean Noriega
Verified
Other industries
South San Francisco, California
51-200 Employees
Online Review
Verified
Halo Security conducted a penetration test for a healthcare AI company. The project was a retest of a previous penetration test to resolve the finding of a critical vulnerability.
The client was very happy with the engagement and looked forward to working with Halo Security again. The team completed the retest quickly and was very responsive. The team communicated well through virtual meetings and emails.
The client submitted this review online.
BACKGROUND
Please describe your company and position.
I am the Manager of Security and Compliance of AKASA
Describe what your company does in a single sentence.
Reducing denials. Improving margins. Increasing revenue. Advanced generative AI (GenAI) trained on clinical and financial data can help make it a reality. To give health system revenue cycle staff the superpowers they desperately need.
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What specific goals or objectives did you hire Halo Security to accomplish?
Penetration test
SOLUTION
How did you find Halo Security?
Online Search
Why did you select Halo Security over others?
High ratings
Pricing fit our budget
Good value for cost
Company values aligned
How many teammates from Halo Security were assigned to this project?
1 Employee
Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.
This was a retest of a previous pentest to resolve the finding of a critical vulnerability.
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?
Damon worked very quickly to get this retest done. We required a quick turnaround, and he delivered.
Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?
Damon was very responsive and worked quickly to deliver on time.
What was your primary form of communication with Halo Security?
Virtual Meeting
Email or Messaging App
What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?
Haol is very upfront with everything and is a fantastic partner. We were very happy with the relationship and look forward to working with them.
Are there any areas for improvement or something Halo Security could have done differently?
I have a hard time thinking of ways this company can improve its dedication to us as customers, which is top-notch.
RATINGS
5.0
Quality
5.0
Service & Deliverables
Schedule
5.0
On time / deadlines
Cost
5.0
Value / within estimates
Willing to Refer
5.0
NPS
Cybersecurity & Penetration Testing for Telecomms Company
Cybersecurity
Confidential
June 2025 - Ongoing
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0
"The experience is way better than expected."
Jul 16, 2025
Executive, Aizan Technologies Inc
Anonymous
Verified
Telecommunications
Toronto, Ontario
11-50 Employees
Online Review
Verified
A telecommunications company is working with Halo Security to conduct penetration testing of their new product suite. The team also provides a self-serve platform for scanning the product suite.
The scanning and pentests conducted by Halo Security have exceeded the client's compliance requirements. The team is very efficient and completes the tasks within the targeted timelines. Halo Security has brilliant project management skills and communicates via Zoom calls and emails.
BACKGROUND
Introduce your business and what you do there.
Aizan Technologies provides intelligent cloud communication solutions that help businesses connect with their customers. We offer intuitive and smart tools in partnership with other innovative companies.
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What challenge were you trying to address with Halo Security?
We needed to do regular scanning and penetration testing (pen testing) of our new product suite.
SOLUTION
What was the scope of work with Halo Security?
We’re undergoing the process of becoming compliant with PIPEDA, SOC2, HIPAA, and PCI-DSS. Scanning and pen testing are both requirements for the above compliances. We use the Halo Security platform for scanning, which is self-serve. The Halo Security team conducts the pen tests.
What is the team composition?
We work with two teammates from Halo Security.
How did you come to work with Halo Security?
We use Sprinto as our compliance tool, and Halo Security appeared as an integration point on Sprinto. We looked at all the Sprinto integrations, and after meeting with the Halo Security team and considering the pricing, they were the clear winner.
What is the status of this engagement?
We started working together in January 2025, and the engagement is ongoing.
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?
Both the scanning and pen tests have exceeded our compliance requirements. The Halo Security team is very efficient; we’ve completed both the scanning and pen tests well within the targeted timelines. They’ve been completed within a couple of weeks, so it’s not a large project with deadlines, etc.
We can get the auditors in much quicker than initially planned — about six weeks ahead of our audit process.
How did Halo Security perform from a project management standpoint?
Halo Security’s project management is brilliant across all groups and levels. We communicate via a combination of Zoom calls and email.
What did you find most impressive about them?
Their flexibility to meet with our team is impressive. They also have the right folks on the call so that we can address both the commercial and technical elements at the same time.
Are there any areas they could improve?
No, the experience is way better than expected. Halo Security is now our go-to security compliance group.
RATINGS
5.0
Quality
5.0
Service & Deliverables
Schedule
5.0
On time / deadlines
Cost
5.0
Value / within estimates
Willing to Refer
5.0
NPS
Penetration Testing for Telecom Expense Management Company
Application TestingCybersecurity
Confidential
March 2025
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0
"We are happy with the flow of business with Halo Security."
Mar 31, 2025
Security Manager, Telecom Expense Management Company
Anonymous
Verified
Information technology
Indianapolis, Indiana
1,001-5,000 Employees
Online Review
Verified
Halo Security provided penetration testing services for a telecommunications expense management company. The goal was to reveal potential application weaknesses using automated tools and manual techniques.
Halo Security successfully provided a report, and the client was satisfied with the results of the engagement. Halo Security executed the prearranged testing schedules on time and answered all questions in a timely manner. They communicated clearly and knowledgeably with the client.
The client submitted this review online.
BACKGROUND
Please describe your company and position.
I am the Security Manager of an information technology company
Describe what your company does in a single sentence.
Telecommunications expense management
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What specific goals or objectives did you hire Halo Security to accomplish?
Penetration testing
SOLUTION
How did you find Halo Security?
Incumbant supplier
Why did you select Halo Security over others?
Good value for cost
Company values aligned
How many teammates from Halo Security were assigned to this project?
2-5 Employees
Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.
Using automated tools and manual techniques to reveal potential application weaknesses.
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?
Reported results
Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?
Prearagned testing schedules executed on time. Questions readily answered in a timely manner.
What was your primary form of communication with Halo Security?
Virtual Meeting
Email or Messaging App
What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?
Clear knowledgeable communications and hold themselves to the agreed timeline.
Are there any areas for improvement or something Halo Security could have done differently?
We are happy with the flow of business with Halo Security.
RATINGS
5.0
Quality
5.0
Service & Deliverables
Schedule
5.0
On time / deadlines
Cost
5.0
Value / within estimates
Willing to Refer
5.0
NPS
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Our Story
Halo Security is a team of US-based cybersecurity professionals with over a decade of experience helping organizations identify and fix their most critical risks. Our credentialed penetration testers (OSCP, OSWA, PWPP, CAPenX) take a manual-first approach and deliver findings in clear, actionable reports. As a PCI DSS Approved Scanning Vendor, we've helped thousands of organizations strengthen their security posture.
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