Cybersecurity Audit Services

A cybersecurity audit reveals exactly where your defenses are strong and where they have gaps. Petronella Technology Group has completed over 340 security audits for businesses across healthcare, defense contracting, financial services, and more. Zero client breaches in 24+ years.

340+ Audits Completed | Zero Breaches | CMMC-RP Certified | DFE #604180
Audit Types

Cybersecurity Audit Services We Offer

Different audit types serve different purposes. We help you choose the right assessment based on your compliance requirements, risk profile, and business goals.

Comprehensive Security Audit

Full evaluation of your security posture including network infrastructure, endpoint protection, access controls, policies, procedures, and incident response capabilities. Our most thorough assessment, typically completed in 2-4 weeks.

Compliance-Focused Audit

Targeted audit aligned to specific compliance frameworks. We map your current controls to framework requirements, identify gaps, and provide a remediation roadmap. Supports CMMC, HIPAA, SOC 2, PCI DSS, and NIST 800-171.

Penetration Testing

Authorized simulated attacks against your network, applications, and physical security to identify exploitable vulnerabilities. Our certified ethical hackers use the same techniques real attackers use, then show you exactly how to fix what they find.

Vulnerability Assessment

Automated and manual scanning of your entire infrastructure to identify known vulnerabilities, misconfigurations, and outdated software. Delivered with risk-prioritized remediation recommendations so you fix the most critical issues first.

Cloud Security Audit

Assessment of your cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, Microsoft 365, Google Workspace) for misconfigurations, excessive permissions, data exposure, and compliance gaps. Cloud environments have unique risks that traditional audits miss.

Digital Forensics Investigation

When you suspect a breach has already occurred, our digital forensics team (DFE #604180) investigates the incident, determines the scope of compromise, preserves evidence for legal proceedings, and provides a complete incident report.


What We Examine

Our Audit Covers Every Layer

A cybersecurity audit is only valuable if it is thorough. We evaluate your security across eight critical domains.

Network Security

Firewall configuration review, network segmentation analysis, wireless security assessment, VPN configuration, and traffic flow analysis. We identify misconfigurations, unnecessary open ports, and opportunities for lateral movement that an attacker could exploit.

Endpoint Security

Assessment of all workstations, servers, and mobile devices for antivirus/EDR coverage, patch levels, encryption status, and configuration hardening. We verify that every endpoint meets your security baseline and identify devices that have fallen out of compliance.

Identity and Access Management

Review of user accounts, service accounts, privileges, multi-factor authentication, password policies, and access review processes. We identify dormant accounts, excessive privileges, shared credentials, and other identity risks that attackers target first.

Data Protection

Evaluation of data classification, encryption at rest and in transit, backup procedures, data loss prevention, and data retention policies. We identify sensitive data that is improperly protected, unencrypted, or accessible to unauthorized users.

Policies and Procedures

Review of your security policies, acceptable use policies, incident response plans, business continuity plans, and vendor management practices. Strong technical controls are insufficient without documented policies that define how they should be used.

Employee Security Awareness

Assessment of your security awareness training program, phishing simulation results, and employee security behavior. Human error remains the leading cause of security incidents, making this one of the most impactful areas to evaluate.


Our Process

How a Cybersecurity Audit Works

Our structured four-phase process ensures thorough coverage with minimal disruption to your operations.

1

Scoping

Define audit scope, objectives, compliance requirements, and timeline

2

Assessment

Technical testing, control evaluation, policy review, and stakeholder interviews

3

Analysis

Risk-prioritized findings with clear remediation steps and compliance mapping

4

Report and Remediate

Executive report, technical details, and optional hands-on remediation support


Compliance Frameworks

Frameworks We Audit Against

Our audits map your controls to the specific compliance framework your industry and customers require.

CMMC 2.0 NIST 800-171 NIST CSF HIPAA SOC 2 PCI DSS ISO 27001 CJIS FTC Safeguards

Why Petronella Technology Group

Why Choose Petronella for Your Audit

Not all cybersecurity audits are created equal. Here is what sets Petronella apart.

  • 340+ audits completed across healthcare, defense, financial services, legal, and technology
  • Zero client breaches in 24+ years of operation, a track record that validates our methodology
  • CMMC-RP certified team with deep expertise in federal compliance requirements
  • DFE #604180 certified for digital forensics when post-breach investigation is needed
  • Actionable results, not just a list of findings. We provide risk-prioritized remediation with clear next steps
  • Remediation services available. We do not just find problems. We fix them through our MDR and vCISO services
  • Combined MSP/MSSP, meaning we understand both the IT operations and security sides of your environment

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

How often should we have a cybersecurity audit?
At minimum, annually. If you are in a regulated industry (healthcare, defense, financial services), compliance frameworks typically require annual assessments. After significant infrastructure changes, mergers, or security incidents, an additional audit is recommended. Many Petronella clients opt for continuous monitoring through our MDR service with formal annual audits.
How much does a cybersecurity audit cost?
Cybersecurity audit costs vary based on scope, organization size, and compliance requirements. A vulnerability assessment for a small business might start at $5,000, while a comprehensive audit with penetration testing for a mid-size organization typically ranges from $15,000 to $50,000. Contact us for a scoping call and custom quote.
Will the audit disrupt our operations?
We design our audit process to minimize disruption. Most assessment activities are passive (log review, configuration analysis, automated scanning). Penetration testing is scheduled during low-traffic periods with your approval. Stakeholder interviews are brief (30-60 minutes) and scheduled at your convenience.
What do we receive at the end of the audit?
You receive a comprehensive report with: an executive summary for leadership, detailed technical findings with risk ratings, compliance gap analysis mapped to your target framework, risk-prioritized remediation roadmap, and evidence documentation for auditor use. We also schedule a walkthrough meeting to review findings and answer questions.
Can Petronella help fix the issues found during the audit?
Yes. Unlike audit-only firms, Petronella is both an auditor and a managed service provider. We can remediate findings through our managed IT and security services, implement new controls, deploy MDR and network security, and provide ongoing vCISO oversight to maintain your security posture after the audit.

Know Where You Stand

Schedule a free cybersecurity assessment call. We will scope your audit, identify your most critical risks, and provide a clear path to stronger security.