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Min project size
$5,000+
Hourly rate
Undisclosed
Employees
10 - 49
Locations
Ottawa, Canada
Year founded
Founded 2009
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Pricing Snapshot

Min. project size $5,000+

Avg. hourly rate Undisclosed

Rating for cost 4.8 /5

What Clients Have Said

Clients consistently praise Software Secured for their affordable pricing and exceptional value for cost. They offer thorough penetration testing services tailored for various client sizes, with timely delivery and clear communication, making them a strong choice for budget-conscious organizations.

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Most Common Project Size

$10,000 - $49,999 based on 8 reviews

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Software Secured Review Insights

Overall Review Rating

4.9

Quality 4.9
Schedule 5.0
Cost 4.8
Willing to Refer 4.9

Top Mentions

Review Highlights

Areas for Improvement in Report Customization

One client noted a desire for more customizable report options, specifically for defect lists, suggesting that while the reports are comprehensive, offering more flexibility could enhance client satisfaction.
Comprehensive Security Evaluation

Their engagement often includes a wide scope, covering external and internal network tests, web application tests, and extensive documentation. This comprehensive approach helps clients enhance their security posture significantly.
Flexible and Cost-Effective Solutions

Clients find Software Secured's services to be competitively priced, offering good value for cost without compromising on quality. This makes them an attractive option for startups and companies with budget constraints.
Impressive Project Management

Clients consistently praise Software Secured's project management skills, noting their structured approach, clear roadmap, and efficient handling of project phases. Their ability to manage projects seamlessly contributes to positive client experiences.
Strong Customer Service

Software Secured is noted for its exceptional customer service, with many clients appreciating the team's professionalism, friendliness, and dedication to client success. Their ability to communicate complex technical details effectively is also praised.
Clear and Actionable Reporting

The company provides detailed reports that clearly outline vulnerabilities, their impact, and remediation steps. This clarity ensures clients can effectively address security issues, enhancing their overall cybersecurity posture.

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Cybersecurity
Confidential
Oct. - Nov. 2024

5.0

Quality: 5.0

Schedule: 5.0

Cost: 5.0

Willing to Refer: 5.0

"They provided rapid feedback and an extensive documentation of the results."

Dec 1, 2024

Executive, Straddle

Anonymous

Financial services
Denver, Colorado
1-10 Employees
Online Review
Verified

Software Secured provided cybersecurity services for a financial technology company. Their work focused conducting penetration testing for the client's web app and API with over 50 endpoints.

With Software Secured's help, the client successfully passed the SOC 2 audit by implementing all the necessary changes. The team was easy to work with — they provided quick feedback and communicated well. They also provided a detailed documentation of the results, which the client appreciated.

The client submitted this review online.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am an Executive of Straddle

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Open banking payments API

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Software Secured to accomplish?

Penetration Test

SOLUTION

How did you find Software Secured?

Referral

Why did you select Software Secured over others?

High ratings
Good value for cost
Company values aligned

How many teammates from Software Secured were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

Complete penetration testing of financial services web application and API with 50+ endpoints

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

SOC 2 audit successfully passed as a result of implementing changes recommended

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

Yes, A+ communication and quick response

What was your primary form of communication with Software Secured?

Virtual Meeting
Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

They provided rapid feedback and an extensive documentation of the results.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Software Secured could have done differently?

RATINGS

5.0

Application Testing Cybersecurity
Confidential
Nov. - Dec. 2024

5.0

Quality: 5.0

Schedule: 5.0

Cost: 5.0

Willing to Refer: 5.0

"Their clear engagement process and customer service were superb."

Dec 11, 2024

Executive, Crosswalk Health

Anonymous

Other industries
Dallas, Texas
11-50 Employees
Online Review
Verified

Software Secured provided penetration testing services for a healthcare company. The team conducted a black box network penetration test and provided an internal report with findings and remediation support.

Software Secured successfully completed the penetration test and provided a clear report with the next steps. The team was responsive and thorough, and they delivered work on time despite the aggressive timeline. Overall, Software Secured was professional and went above and beyond expectations.

The client submitted this review online.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I'm an executive at rosswalk Health

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Crosswalk Health partners with EMS agencies nationwide to provide value-based care expertise and needs-matched care in real-time.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Software Secured to accomplish?

Penetration testing for SOC 2 compliance

SOLUTION

How did you find Software Secured?

Referral

Why did you select Software Secured over others?

Great culture fit
Referred to me

How many teammates from Software Secured were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

We contracted with Software Secured to provide:

A black box network penetration test
An actionable internal report of findings and remediation support
An external customer report/certificate of penetration testing
One round of retesting after remediation

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

Successful penetration test
Ease of understanding results and next steps
Successful remediation

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

Throughout the engagement, Software Secured was responsive, thorough, and delivered items on time, in spite of the very aggressive/expedited timeline in which we needed to complete the work (within 10 business days). They were consistently prompt and helpful throughout the process.

What was your primary form of communication with Software Secured?

Virtual Meeting
Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

Their clear engagement process and customer service were superb.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Software Secured could have done differently?

Given the timeline and circumstances, Software Secured was thoroughly professional and went above and beyond during our engagement. Nothing was lacking in our business relationship.

RATINGS

5.0

Application Testing
Confidential
July - Sep. 2023

5.0

Quality: 5.0

Schedule: 5.0

Cost: 4.5

Willing to Refer: 5.0

"They were quick to respond."

Dec 2, 2024

Principal Engineer, Welbi

Arthur Juchereau

Other industries
Ottawa, Ontario
11-50 Employees
Online Review
Verified

Software Secured conducted penetration testing for a software company's main app.

After performing the test, Software Secured delivered a list of vulnerabilities with detailed replication steps and retested the app after the issues were resolved. The team delivered everything quickly and was always prompt in responding to any questions or concerns.

The client submitted this review online.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Principal Engineer of Welbi

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

We provide tools to improve senior lifes in retirement communities

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Software Secured to accomplish?

penetration testing
getting controls checks for a SOC2

SOLUTION

How did you find Software Secured?

Referral

Why did you select Software Secured over others?

Close to my geographic location
responsiveness

How many teammates from Software Secured were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

Penetration testing for our main application

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

Provided list of vulnerabilities with detailed replication steps.
Re-tested after we fixed problems

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

Everything was quick and easy to get delivered.

What was your primary form of communication with Software Secured?

Virtual Meeting

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

TIght deadline and they were quick to respond

Are there any areas for improvement or something Software Secured could have done differently?

Not that I think of

RATINGS

5.0

Application Testing Cybersecurity
Confidential
Jan. 2024 - Ongoing

5.0

Quality: 5.0

Schedule: 5.0

Cost: 5.0

Willing to Refer: 5.0

"Software Secured was very responsive and was able to address our revisions."

Dec 2, 2024

Head of Engineering, Financial Services Company

Anonymous

Financial services
Charlotte, North Carolina
1-10 Employees
Online Review
Verified

Software Secured provides penetration testing services for a financial services company. The client's goal is to achieve SOC 2 Type 2 compliance.

Software Secured will deliver an official penetration testing report within two weeks, and the client is satisfied with the collaboration so far. The client is also impressed with the vendor's responsiveness and ability to accommodate their needs. The team's flexibility in revisions stands out.

The client submitted this review online.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Head of Engineering of a financial services company

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

We have set out to create financial inclusion through fintech. We recognize credit unions as institutions that put the wellbeing and betterment of their members and communities first. Our common purpose forms the foundation of a strong partnership.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Software Secured to accomplish?

Penetration Testing for SOC2 Compliance

SOLUTION

How did you find Software Secured?

Online Search

Why did you select Software Secured over others?

High ratings
Pricing fit our budget
Good value for cost

How many teammates from Software Secured were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

Our company needed penetration testing for our SOC 2 Type 2 compliance. We are an early-stage startup and needed a reasonably priced penetration testing service.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

We were about to get an official pen testing report within 2 weeks of contacting Software Secured.

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

Software Secured was very responsive and was able to address our revisions and re-test by the following day.

What was your primary form of communication with Software Secured?

Virtual Meeting

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

They were able to accomodate our size company and get an official report within a matter of weeks.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Software Secured could have done differently?

None that we can think of.

RATINGS

5.0

Cybersecurity
$10,000 to $49,999
Oct. - Nov. 2024

5.0

Quality: 5.0

Schedule: 5.0

Cost: 4.5

Willing to Refer: 4.5

"They responded quite proactively to our needs."

Dec 2, 2024

CTO, FundMore AI

Bogdan Blaga

Financial services
Ottawa, Ontario
11-50 Employees
Online Review
Verified

Software Secured provided cybersecurity services for a loan servicing software company. They helped the client conduct penetration testing for two products.

Thanks to Software Secured's efforts, the client received valuable insights regarding their security gaps. The team completed the project on time and was quick to address any issues or concerns. Moreover, their responsiveness and dedication to the project were truly remarkable.

The client submitted this review online.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the CTO of FundMore AI

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Loan Origination System

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Software Secured to accomplish?

Penetration Testing

SOLUTION

How did you find Software Secured?

Referral

Why did you select Software Secured over others?

Close to my geographic location
Great culture fit
Referred to me

How many teammates from Software Secured were assigned to this project?

1 Employee

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

Penetration testing for two of our products

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

Successfuly delivered valuable insights into our security gaps.

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

Yes, delivery was on time and they responded quite proactively to our needs to get this done as soon as possible.

What was your primary form of communication with Software Secured?

Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

We have worked with them in the past and they are very responsive and when they commit to something it is getting done.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Software Secured could have done differently?

I like the overall collaboration very much.

RATINGS

5.0

Application Testing
Confidential
March 2024

5.0

Quality: 5.0

Schedule: 5.0

Cost: 5.0

Willing to Refer: 5.0

"They were prepared every step of the way and ensured we were informed and educated as well."

Dec 1, 2024

Engineering Manager, SaaS Company

Anonymous

Other industries
San Francisco, California
51-200 Employees
Online Review
Verified

Software Secured provided cybersecurity services for a SaaS company. The team performed penetration testing for 12 screens and two API endpoints.

Software Secured completed the test and delivered a defect report, including replication steps and a risk mitigation plan. They managed the project seamlessly — everything was delivered in a timely and high-quality manner. The team's thorough approach and responsiveness made them a joy to work with.

The client submitted this review online.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Engineering Manager of a software company

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

SaaS software company working with public transit agencies to ensure transit is predictable and reliable.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Software Secured to accomplish?

Pen Test

SOLUTION

How did you find Software Secured?

Online Search

Why did you select Software Secured over others?

Good value for cost
Company values aligned

How many teammates from Software Secured were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

Penetration test for 12 screens and 2 API endpoints

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

full defect report including replication steps
Full retest after defects were resolved
Certificate of pen test completion with big mitigation included

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

They were very responsive and delivered all promised reports and documentation on time. All documentation was high quality and appropriate for our needs.

What was your primary form of communication with Software Secured?

Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

I was so impressed by how easy they made the process. They were prepared every step of the way and ensured we were informed and educated as well. They were also super thorough on their testing and found issues we weren't aware of.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Software Secured could have done differently?

Getting a full defect list wasn't great. The only option was a full csv download with all columns. I would have preferred more options to customize this.

RATINGS

5.0

Cybersecurity
$10,000 to $49,999
Sep. - Oct. 2024

5.0

Quality: 5.0

Schedule: 5.0

Cost: 5.0

Willing to Refer: 5.0

"The Software Secured team was highly responsive and delivered everything we needed on time."

Nov 26, 2024

CTO, Healthcare Analytics Platform

Anonymous

Other industries
Providence, Rhode Island
11-50 Employees
Online Review
Verified

Software Secured provided penetration and security testing services for a healthcare analytics platform. The team provided automated and manual testing of the client's systems to ensure a high security degree.

Software Secured delivered a cybersecurity penetration testing report and reissued the report based on the retest. The team showcased good communication and responsiveness with scheduling and providing updates via email and virtual meetings. Software Secured delivered the client's needs on time.

The client submitted this review online.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the CTO of a healthcare analytics platform.

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Our company is a healthcare analytics platform that synthesizes healthcare data to identify risks, visualize trends, and optimize care.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Software Secured to accomplish?

Penetration Testing
Security Testing

SOLUTION

How did you find Software Secured?

Referral

Why did you select Software Secured over others?

Referred to me

How many teammates from Software Secured were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

Penetration testing, automated and manual testing of systems to ensure a high degree of security and proper configuration.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

Cybersecurity Penetration Testing report, retest, and re-issued report based on retest

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

The Software Secured team was highly responsive and delivered everything we needed on time.

What was your primary form of communication with Software Secured?

Virtual Meeting
Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

Good communication and responsiveness with both scheduling and providing updates.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Software Secured could have done differently?

n/a

RATINGS

5.0

Cybersecurity
$10,000 to $49,999
June - Sep. 2024

5.0

Quality: 5.0

Schedule: 5.0

Cost: 5.0

Willing to Refer: 5.0

"The services were top-notch."

Nov 25, 2024

Security Engineer, Healthcare Company

Anonymous

Other industries
Toronto, Ontario
501-1,000 Employees
Online Review
Verified

Software Secured provided penetration testing services for a healthcare company. They performed tests on multiple products, fixed the identified vulnerabilities, and conducted retests to produce a final report.

Software Secured conducted penetration tests on time and delivered a user-friendly online portal to view the reports and findings. Their team communicated clearly, promptly addressed requests, and delivered the agreed-upon tasks on schedule. Moreover, their services were top-notch.

The client submitted this review online.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Security Engineer of a healthcare company

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Our Company provided End to End solution in Home healthcare domain.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Software Secured to accomplish?

PenTest
Find vulnerabilties
Close vulnerabilities in timely manner and perform retest

SOLUTION

How did you find Software Secured?

Online Search

Why did you select Software Secured over others?

Close to my geographic location
Pricing fit our budget
Good value for cost

How many teammates from Software Secured were assigned to this project?

6-10 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

Pentest has been performed on multiple products that was part of the scope.

Vulnerabilities found in the pentest has been clearly labeld and fixed with in the time frame.

Pentest retest has been conducted to produce final report.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

Conduct Pentest in a timely manner.

Online portal was nice to see al lthe reports and findings.

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

Deliverables were on time as planned.

Communication is clear.

When requesred teams jump on it to address them ASAP.

What was your primary form of communication with Software Secured?

Virtual Meeting
Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

This is right for the budget and valeu that we got out of it. The services were top-notch.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Software Secured could have done differently?

None

RATINGS

5.0

Cybersecurity
Less than $10,000
September 2024

4.5

Quality: 4.5

Schedule: 5.0

Cost: 5.0

Willing to Refer: 5.0

"The engineer we worked with was very professional and able to answer all the questions."

Nov 25, 2024

Co-Founder & Chief Technologist, Andromeda Security

Kamalakannan CM

Information technology
San Francisco, California
11-50 Employees
Online Review

Software Secured provided penetration testing services for an identity authorization platform. The team carried out black box penetration testing in both the client's production and staging environments.

Software Secured provided a well-formatted report detailing the critical vulnerabilities they discovered, the methods used to identify the issues, and their recommended solutions. The team delivered the report on time, answered all queries, and communicated clearly. They were also professional.

The client submitted this review online.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Co-founder & Chief Technologist of Andromeda Security

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Andromeda Security is the Identity authorization platform for managing entitlements across cloud and saas apps for both human and non-human identities

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Software Secured to accomplish?

Pen Testing

SOLUTION

How did you find Software Secured?

Referral

Why did you select Software Secured over others?

High ratings
Pricing fit our budget
Good value for cost
Referred to me

How many teammates from Software Secured were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

Software Secured tested black box penetration in our production and staging environment. After the testing, they provided the report which included all the findings, how they were identified ,and how it could be fixed.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

Identification of any critical or high severity issues which would compromise our environment

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

Yes, they were very professional and able to deliver the report on time

What was your primary form of communication with Software Secured?

Virtual Meeting
Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

The communication was crisp. The engineer we worked with was very professional and able to answer all the questions. The report was very well formatted with all the information.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Software Secured could have done differently?

One feedback would be to have a follow up meeting after the engagement to collect feedback or providing how to have on going engagement as needed.

RATINGS

4.5

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Our Story

In 2010, Sherif Koussa started Software Secured, a penetration testing company designed to bring bank-grade application security to fast growing software companies at a price point they can consume.

Software Secured helps companies identify, understand, and solve their security gaps so their teams can sleep better at night

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Overall Review Rating: 4.9

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Last Updated: July 22, 2025

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Jurisdiction of Formation	Canada
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