Evidence-Backed Side-by-Side Comparison
CyberArk Privilege Cloud vs. Penetration Testing
Comparing documented technical capabilities, SLA commitments, and verified pricing models without synthetic scores.
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Comparing 2 solutions side-by-side
| Evaluation Criteria | CY CyberArk CyberArk Privilege Cloud | NG NCC Group Penetration Testing |
|---|---|---|
| Classification & Vendor | ||
Offering Type | Software Product | professional_service |
Vendor Headquarters | Newton, MA / Petah Tikva, Israel | Manchester, UK |
Corporate Identity Status | Unverified Profile | Unverified Profile |
Primary Security Specialization | Identity and access management | Vulnerability management |
| Architecture & Deployment | ||
Deployment Models | Cloud SaaS platform with lightweight on-premises Secure Web Access connectors | Professional service delivered within an agreed engagement scope |
Supported Platforms / OS | Windows Server, Linux, Unix, Enterprise Databases (Oracle, MS SQL, PostgreSQL), Cloud Consoles | Not documented in our sources |
| Pricing & Commercial Model | ||
Pricing Transparency Status | Contact Sales / Custom Quote | Pricing Not Publicly Documented |
Entry List Pricing | Custom quote required / Not publicly listed | Custom quote required / Not publicly listed |
Commercial Licensing Scope | Enterprise subscription based on number of privileged users and managed targets. | Contact vendor or channel partner for pricing. |
| Authentication & Access | ||
Supported MFA Methods & FIDO2/Passkeys Range of authentication factors supported including phishing-resistant FIDO2/WebAuthn. | CyberArk Identity MFA, FIDO2, Duo, Okta, RADIUS | Not documented in our sources |
Continuous Adaptive Trust & Risk Signals Dynamic step-up authentication based on device health, IP reputation, and behavioral anomalies. | Supported | Not documented in our sources |
| Service Scope | ||
Assessment Scopes Supported assessment targets (Web, Mobile, Cloud, Network, API, Red Team, Social Eng). | Not documented in our sources | Network, Web, API, Mobile, Cloud, Cryptography, Hardware/IoT |
| Identity Lifecycle | ||
Directory & HRIS Integrations Native synchronization with Active Directory, Entra ID, Workday, and SCIM endpoints. | Active Directory, Microsoft Entra ID, LDAP, SCIM | Not documented in our sources |
| Engagement Structure | ||
Delivery Model Service engagement model (Point-in-time assessment, Continuous PTaaS, Retainer). | Not documented in our sources | Point-in-Time Assessment & Dedicated Research Retainers |
| Privilege Governance | ||
Privileged Session Recording & Auditing Keystroke and video recording of privileged administrative sessions (SSH, RDP). | Supported | Not documented in our sources |
| Remediation & Reporting | ||
Complimentary Remediation Retesting Whether follow-up validation re-testing is bundled within the initial engagement scope. | Not documented in our sources | Supported |
Standard Executive & Technical Report Turnaround Typical delivery window for comprehensive debrief and technical reports following testing completion. | Not documented in our sources | 5-10 Business Days Post-Testing (Peer-Reviewed) |
| Methodology & Rigor | ||
Methodology Standards Formal frameworks utilized (OWASP ASVS/Top 10, PTES, NIST SP 800-115, OSSTMM). | Not documented in our sources | CREST, CHECK, OWASP, NIST SP 800-115, OSSTMM |
Consultant Certifications Minimum technical credentials held by active delivery consultants (OSCP, CREST, GIAC). | Not documented in our sources | CREST Certified Tester (CCT), OSCP, OSCE, CISSP |
Data Provenance Notice: “Not documented in our sources” indicates the absence of publicly verifiable vendor technical documentation. SecurifyA never synthesizes unverified capabilities or assumes capabilities without documentation.
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