How long does a network security assessment take?

A typical assessment takes 1-2 weeks from scoping to final report delivery. The active scanning and testing phase usually takes 3-5 business days depending on network size and complexity.

How much does a network security assessment cost?

Assessment costs vary based on network size, number of locations, compliance requirements, and assessment depth. Contact PTG at 919-348-4912 for a customized quote.

Will the assessment disrupt our business operations?

Our assessment methodology is designed to be non-disruptive. Active scanning is performed during approved windows and uses throttled scan rates to avoid affecting network performance.

What is the difference between a network security assessment and a penetration test?

A network security assessment evaluates your overall security posture across the entire network infrastructure. A penetration test goes further by actively attempting to exploit specific vulnerabilities to determine real-world impact.

How often should we conduct network security assessments?

At minimum annually. Organizations in regulated industries should assess quarterly or after any significant infrastructure change.

Do you provide remediation services after the assessment?

Yes. PTG provides both assessment and remediation services. For managed IT clients, we implement remediation directly as part of the engagement.

Can the assessment results be used for compliance documentation?

Absolutely. Our assessment reports satisfy compliance documentation requirements for HIPAA, CMMC, PCI DSS, SOC 2, NIST, and ISO 27001.

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Comprehensive network security assessments that identify vulnerabilities, misconfigurations, and compliance gaps across your entire infrastructure.

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What We Assess

Complete Network Coverage

Perimeter Defenses

Firewalls, IDS/IPS, DNS filtering, and external-facing services tested for exploitable weaknesses.

Internal Network

Switches, routers, VLANs, segmentation policies, and lateral movement paths analyzed.

Wireless Infrastructure

Wi-Fi security, rogue access point detection, encryption standards, and guest network isolation verified.

Cloud Configurations

AWS, Azure, and GCP security controls checked against CIS Benchmarks and compliance requirements.

Endpoint Security

Workstations and servers evaluated for patching, EDR coverage, and configuration hardening.

Access Controls

Active Directory, IAM policies, MFA enforcement, and privileged access management reviewed.

Process

How It Works

Scope definition and asset discovery

Automated vulnerability scanning

Manual expert analysis and validation

Risk-scored findings with remediation steps

Executive briefing and team walkthrough

Remediation support and re-assessment

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

How often should we assess our network?

At least annually, with additional assessments after major changes or incidents. Regulated industries should consider quarterly assessments.

Is a network assessment required for compliance?

Yes. HIPAA, CMMC, PCI DSS, SOC 2, and other frameworks require regular security assessments.

How is this different from a penetration test?

Assessments focus on identifying and cataloging vulnerabilities. Penetration tests actively exploit them to measure real-world impact. Both are complementary.

What do we receive after the assessment?

A prioritized report with risk-scored findings, specific remediation steps, compliance mapping, and an executive summary for leadership.

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