FAR INDUSTRIES

FAR INDUSTRIES

Speciality: High-End Penetration Testing

New York, United States 2 employees
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[01] About

Cybersecurity company specializing in high-end penetration testing, vulnerability assessments, and security consulting; founded in 2017, headquartered in New York, NY; 2 employees; offers diverse pentest services including application, internal, external, mobile, PCI, social engineering, and red teaming.

FAR was founded in 2017 to provide high end penetration testing and cyber security services. We at FAR believe that penetration testing and technical assessments should be of utmost importance within the various disciplines of cyber security in an organization. After all, the offensive aspect of cyber security determines how the rest of the disciplines should standardize. We’re proud to help our clients improve their overall security posture by simulating modern threat actors and offering practical solutions.
[02] Services
Penetration Testing
Social Engineering
Red Teaming
Vulnerability Assessment
[03] Certifications
Offensive Security
CREST

CREST Cybersecurity Certification


Origin


CREST (Council of Registered Ethical Security Testers) was established in 2006 in the United Kingdom by a group of cybersecurity professionals and industry representatives. It was created to address the growing need for standardized, recognized qualifications in penetration testing and cybersecurity services. The organization emerged from concerns about the quality and professionalism of security testing services, aiming to provide a framework that would certify both individual practitioners and the companies that employ them.


Industry Value


CREST certifications are highly valued in the cybersecurity industry because they demonstrate a practitioner's technical competence and adherence to professional ethical standards. Many government agencies, financial institutions, and large corporations specifically require CREST-certified professionals when procuring penetration testing or security assessment services. The certification provides assurance to employers and clients that certified individuals have been independently verified to possess the necessary skills and knowledge, and that they follow established codes of conduct. This makes CREST credentials particularly important for cybersecurity professionals working in regulated industries or seeking to work with organizations that have stringent security requirements.

Ec-council Licensed Penetration Tester