RE: Application security penetration testing rate

[b.hines () comcast net]

I charge by the IP address,  depending on the complexity of the testing needed, ie SQL, xss, password crack, ASP, CGI, 
PHP, Server type, OS type, the list goes on. This will give you a good idea of the the time needed to complete each IP, 
don't forget the paper work.  Good place to start to get a cost per hour or cost per test.

Make sure their is good clarity in what is to be tested, when and how and by all means get it in writing, to protect 
your business.  Remember all test's have a beginning, a middle , and a end. Proper expectations means happy clients and 
happy clients means more work for you.

The rest is instinct how much do you feel the client can afford, what value do they put on this work, is it for 
compliance? An ISO or SOX or SAS70?  How many times a year, usually every six months is required. Get creative buy 10 
IP addresses get one free.

The short answer is anywhere from $35 to $120 per hour.

Bob


 -------------- Original message ----------------------
From: "Josh Perrymon" <perrymonj () networkarmor com>
> What do you guys think a fair market rate would be in NYC to perform a 3 month 
> application security penetration test ?  The rate I'm looking for is the hourly 
> rate for the pen-tester.
>
> What if the tester was taking a 3-month contract and lives out of state//   What 
> would a fair blended-rate be?
>
> Joshua Perrymon
> Sr. Security Consultant
> Network Armor
> A Division of Integrated Computer Solutions
> perrymonj( at )networkarmor.com
> Cell. 850.345.9186
> Office: 850.205.7501 x1104
>
>
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