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Synack

FedRAMP-authorized crowdsourced penetration testing platform combining vetted elite hackers with AI-powered Hydra technology for continuous security testing.

About

Synack is a premier crowdsourced security testing platform headquartered in Redwood City, California, combining a vetted community of elite ethical hackers with AI-powered smart technology to deliver continuous penetration testing at scale. Founded in 2013 by former NSA security experts Jay Kaplan and Mark Kuhr, Synack has built a unique model that combines the creativity and diversity of human testers with automated vulnerability scanning through their proprietary Hydra technology.

Synack's Red Team consists of rigorously vetted security researchers who undergo background checks, skills assessments, and ongoing performance monitoring. The platform is one of only a few crowdsourced security solutions authorized as a FedRAMP Third Party Assessment Organization, making it suitable for federal government engagements.

Synack provides continuous security testing for web applications, mobile applications, APIs, cloud infrastructure, and host-based assets. Their platform offers real-time visibility into testing activity, vulnerability findings, and remediation progress through a centralized dashboard. Synack serves a diverse client base including Fortune 500 companies, major government agencies, and critical infrastructure operators. The company has raised over million in funding and is backed by notable investors.

Methodologies

OWASPPTESNIST

Team Activity

CNBC Disruptor 50
Forbes Cloud 100

Score Breakdown

39/100
Accreditations27/100 (30%)
Reviews0/100 (25%)
Team Activity20/100 (15%)
Experience100/100 (15%)
Service Breadth83/100 (15%)

Details

Headquarters
Redwood City, California, United States
Founded
2013
Team Size
201-500
Markets
North America, Global
Geography
Global

Accreditations

FedRAMP 3PAOSOC 2

Best For

EnterpriseGovernment
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