Cyber Pen Testing Grant
Professional Cybersecurity Risk Assessment for Qualified Organizations
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Sponsored by Capital Cyber Compliance
Grant Overview
The Pen Testing Grant provides eligible small businesses an in-kind penetration test at no cost, delivered through CGA's sponsor network. Qualifying businesses must have 10 or more employees, $1 million or more in annual revenue, and operate in the United States. The test covers external and internal networks, web applications, and cloud infrastructure, with findings delivered in a written report within 5-7 business days.
The Cyber Pen Testing Grant provides eligible organizations with a comprehensive cybersecurity risk assessment, commonly known as penetration testing.
Disclosure: This grant is provided in-kind through a partnership between Cyber Grants Alliance and Capital Cyber Compliance. Grant recipients may be contacted by the sponsoring organization.
Penetration testing is a simulated cyberattack conducted by security professionals who use the same tools and techniques as real hackers.The difference?Instead of exploiting your systems,they uncover vulnerabilities so you can fix them before malicious actors strike.
This proactive approach goes beyond standard security scans. A penetration test identifies hidden weaknesses in your networks, applications, and configurations, then delivers actionable recommendations to strengthen your defenses. By participating, your organization gains the insight and protection normally reserved for large enterprises, at no cost.
With cyber threats on the rise this grant ensures that qualified organizations have the chance to stay one step ahead, protect sensitive data, and demonstrate strong cybersecurity practices to clients, partners, and regulators.
Grant Value
In-Kind
One-time assessment
Grant Sponsor
Capital Cyber Compliance
Leading cybersecurity firm
Application Limit
One per organization
Cannot re-apply
Recipient
This grant is designed for established organizations that require professional cybersecurity assessments to maintain compliance and protect their business operations. Recipients will receive a comprehensive penetration testing service that includes vulnerability identification, risk assessment, and detailed remediation recommendations.
Grant Description
The Cyber Pen Testing Grant provides recipients with a professional cybersecurity risk assessment. This comprehensive service includes:
External & Internal Testing:
Comprehensive network analysis from both outside and inside perspectives
Recommended Remediation:
Prioritized, actionable recommendations to fix identified vulnerabilities and strengthen your security posture
Security Validation:
Testing of existing security controls and measures
Summary Report:
Summary report with executive overview and remediation steps to mitigate risks.
The assessment is conducted by certified cybersecurity professionals using industry-standard methodologies and tools.
Eligible Organizations
- Organizations with 10 or more employees
- Annual revenue of $1 million or more
- Need compliance to operate business
- Active business operations
- Legitimate cybersecurity assessment need
Ineligible Organizations
- Organizations with less than 10 employees
- Annual revenue under $1 million
- Previous grant recipients
- Inactive or dormant businesses
- Organizations without legitimate compliance need
Additional Criteria for Eligibility
Business Compliance Requirement
Organizations must demonstrate a legitimate need for compliance to operate their business. This includes regulatory requirements, industry standards, customer mandates, or insurance requirements that necessitate cybersecurity assessments.
Employee Count Requirement
To qualify, organizations must have at least 10 employees. This ensures the grant delivers the greatest impact for teams ready to benefit from professional penetration testing services.
Revenue Requirement
To qualify, organizations should have annual revenue of $1 million or more. This requirement ensures the grant fuels impactful cybersecurity improvements for well-established organizations ready to act.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about the Cyber Pen Testing Grant.
What is the Cyber Pen Testing Grant?
The Cyber Pen Testing Grant provides a professional cybersecurity risk assessment and penetration test package for eligible organizations, provided through sponsor support rather than direct payment by the recipient. The service is positioned as a one-time engagement, focused on uncovering risks before they are exploited.
Who is eligible to apply?
The grant is designed for active organizations such as small and midsize businesses, nonprofits, and similar entities that have at least a basic operating footprint and cyber risk exposure. Programs typically prioritize organizations with minimum revenue and staff size thresholds, as well as those operating in sectors with higher cyber risk or compliance requirements.
What does the grant include?
Recipients receive a third-party penetration test, also known as a cybersecurity risk assessment, that can include external and internal testing, vulnerability identification, and validation of security controls. Deliverables usually include a detailed report with technical findings, executive-level summaries, and prioritized remediation recommendations that can be shared with leadership and auditors.
Does the grant cover all costs?
The grant covers the defined penetration testing and assessment service provided by the sponsoring cybersecurity firm, so the recipient does not pay for the testing itself. Organizations may still incur internal costs related to remediation efforts, changes to infrastructure, or follow-on projects that go beyond the scope of the grant engagement.
How do we apply and what is the timeline?
Organizations can start the process by submitting an application through the Cyber Grants Alliance website, providing basic organizational and cybersecurity information for review. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis tied to available sponsored capacity, and selected applicants are contacted directly with next steps and scheduling details.
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