Alacrinet

Alacrinet is more than a typical penetration testing company. As a leading cybersecurity consultant, it provides organizations with a comprehensive range of cyber risk services. It helps clients understand the nuances of their risks and how vulnerabilities can be exploited, and secures critical areas of their IT infrastructure.

“We take a hands-on and dedicated approach to constantly researching new attack vectors,” says Hector Monsegur, senior director of cyber risk services. “We want to make cybersecurity easy and accessible to all our clients.”

Monsegur, a former black hat hacker, is instrumental in elevating the company’s pen testing capabilities and integrating an effective cyber risk approach. Although Alacrinet did not originally undertake pen testing, the addition of Monsegur to the team significantly enhanced its capabilities and added substantial value to its comprehensive range of services.

Alacrinet’s pen testing capabilities, part of a thorough cyber risk approach, equip clients with a deep perception of the vulnerabilities and actionable insights to strengthen their security readiness. It is not simply about scanning a client’s website and sharing the results. The team engages every digital asset, identifies loopholes and backdoors, examines the ways perpetrators can exploit them and paves the way for remediation. This serves as a sure-shot solution to improve clients’ overall cybersecurity posture.

With over 15 years of experience, the company has become a trusted partner for businesses aiming to safeguard critical information and minimize their attack surface. Under the leadership of Brian Bouchard, president and CEO, Alacrinet has evolved from a traditional cybersecurity provider to a dynamic force in cyber risk management.

Action-Oriented Service Delivery

As a cybersecurity expert, Alacrinet takes a white-glove approach to identifying vulnerabilities and providing in-depth analysis and remediation recommendations.

It follows a step-by-step service delivery methodology in combination with the use of automated and manual testing tools. The process begins with a deep dive discovery to understand a client’s infrastructure, Active Directory environment, and configuration of systems and user accounts, as even the slightest change can alter the entire network. Tools like Nmap and other scanners actively detect threats and vulnerabilities. A team of highly experienced researchers draws on an accumulated knowledge database to accurately pinpoint areas that need immediate action.

If a customer has a set of vulnerabilities, Alacrinet tests those exploitable paths. It sets the precedence for a client to tackle the most severe cybersecurity issues rather than concentrating on areas that are less prone to exploitation by outside entities. Vulnerabilities of the attack surface are tested based on the severity level to prioritize how to address them.

After curating internal network vulnerabilities, Alacrinet also checks for potential web issues using tools such as Burp Suite Pro or ZAP from OWASP. It validates and documents the data, and if the results indicate vulnerabilities, details about the worst-case scenario and mitigation strategies are shared with the client.

Alacrinet reruns the entire test through its proprietary tools to ensure the results are accurate, curated, validated and documented. It generates a report to deliver an effective solution. The client can then approach their remediation partner to start working on a vulnerability and patch management strategy. The team uses all the necessary tools to help clients ensure regulatory compliance with PCI-DSS 3.2, HIPAA, GDPR, SOC 2 and CMMC standards applicable to their business line.
While many clients struggle to select the right service provider in a market replete with cybersecurity players, Alacrinet stands as the partner of choice to assist them in their vulnerability scanning endeavors. Highly proficient in handling every aspect, from the initial proposal to the sales call and document signing, it completes a penetration test within one to three months.

Numerous clients have been propelled to success by this proficiency. In one instance, Alacrinet significantly improved the security posture of a hospital network. Through rigorous testing and detailed reporting, it compelled third-party vendors to enhance their security measures, protecting a critical healthcare infrastructure from potential cyber-attacks.
An All-Inclusive Approach to Risk Mitigation

Through continuous dialogue and keeping pace with the evolving threat landscape, Alacrinet ensures clients are always a step ahead in their cybersecurity defenses. Successes result in long-standing client relationships and overall heightened cybersecurity.

Alacrinet’s ability to offer accessible pricing, quick turnaround times and tailored security solutions fosters trust and loyalty. As a value-added reseller in the cybersecurity industry, it gains customer trust and expands business through word-of-mouth. Mostly serving its expansive book of business, Alacrinet allows clients to skip the long waiting time for onboarding and initiation of a pen test.

Alacrinet also understands that costs are a major concern for clients looking to improve their security status. In many states, regulatory norms such as cyber insurance or mandatory annual pen tests can eat substantially into a company’s annual budget. Alacrinet assists clients with viable pricing—a market challenge it solves exceptionally well.

Quality of service is a top priority for its team of experts, which brings a fresh and innovative approach to cybersecurity. It has developed a robust training program that transforms interns and recent graduates into skilled security professionals. They undergo a stringent cybersecurity training program under the guidance of Monsegur.

“Our training empowers young talent to understand client risks and concerns and turns them into full-fledged security professionals,” says Monsegur.

Alacrinet fosters continuous learning and ensures its team remains motivated and efficient by creating a positive work culture that maximizes productivity. This approach benefits employees and translates into better service since a happy team is more innovative and productive.

Geared for a Promising Future

Steering ahead, Alacrinet aims to provide managed security services for comprehensive security programs. The move will facilitate the delivery of more robust and integrated security solutions, cementing its position as a leader in the cybersecurity industry.

A steadfast commitment to understanding client needs, continuous learning and its approach of fostering talent set it apart in a crowded industry. Alacrinet continues to research, develop and leverage new tools, including open-source solutions to help clients stay within budget and breathe easy with the knowledge and confidence that their programs and equipment are well-protected.