Kulkan Security

Kulkan Security

Speciality: Web Application Security, Mobile Application Security, Network & Wireless Penetration Testing, Client-side Attacks, Source-code Reviews

houston, United States 24 employees
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[01] About

Cybersecurity company specializing in penetration testing, ethical hacking, and security assessments; CREST-accredited with 17 employees, +14.3% YoY growth, founded 2011 in Houston, Texas; provides web, mobile, and network security testing services.

Kulkan Security - Creative minds breaking your Apps. Our team of security experts will plan and execute controlled attacks and partner up with you in an effort to identify, mitigate and remediate security vulnerabilities.
[02] Services
Penetration Testing
Vulnerability Assessment
Security Consulting
[03] Certifications
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.