PTaaS
PTaaS (Pentest as a Service) is a model for delivering penetration testing as a continuous subscription service with an online platform, instead of a one-off project. It combines automation with expert work, giving constant insight into vulnerabilities and their status in real time.
What is PTaaS?
Definition of PTaaS
PTaaS (Pentest as a Service) is a model for delivering penetration testing as a continuous service with an online platform, rather than a single project concluded with a PDF report. The client gets access to a dashboard where they continuously see detected vulnerabilities, their priority, remediation status, and the option to retest.
How does PTaaS differ from a classic pentest?
| Feature | Classic pentest | PTaaS |
|---|---|---|
| Frequency | One-off / once a year | Continuous / recurring |
| Results | PDF report at the end | Real-time dashboard |
| Retest | Separate engagement | Built into the service |
| Billing model | Project | Subscription |
When does PTaaS pay off?
- When the application changes frequently (continuous deployments, CI/CD) and an annual test quickly becomes outdated.
- When you need compliance evidence (NIS2, DORA, ISO 27001) in a repeatable way.
- When you care about a short time from detection to remediation of vulnerabilities.
What PTaaS does not replace
PTaaS works great for continuous verification, but deep, targeted exercises — such as red team or testing aligned with TLPT — remain separate, expert engagements.
Related terms
- Penetration testing — the foundation on which PTaaS is built
- Red team — simulation of a real attacker
- TLPT — threat-led penetration testing (DORA)
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- Penetration testing — in both project-based and continuous models
- SOC 24/7 — monitoring that complements recurring tests
PTaaS shifts penetration testing from a “once a year” model to continuous verification matched to the pace of change in modern IT.