application security services for startups
Application Security & Compliance
We help businesses secure their applications, APIs, and cloud infrastructure without slowing down development. From penetration testing and vulnerability assessments to SOC 2 readiness and DevSecOps integration, we build security into your workflow — not around it. Practical security for teams that ship, not a 200-page report you never read.
What's Included
- Web application and API security assessments
- Vulnerability scanning and penetration testing
- Cloud security hardening (AWS, GCP, Azure)
- Compliance alignment — SOC 2, HIPAA, PCI-DSS, GDPR
- DevSecOps integration — SAST/DAST in CI/CD pipelines
- Incident response planning and runbook creation
- Identity and access management (IAM) architecture
- Security monitoring, alerting, and logging setup
Tech Stack
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Security engagements are scoped based on your application surface area, compliance requirements, and current security posture. From one-time assessments to ongoing security retainers — book a free consultation for a custom estimate.
Every project is scoped individually. Get a custom estimate.
Best For
- SaaS companies preparing for SOC 2 or their first enterprise sales cycle
- Startups that need to pass a customer security questionnaire
- Teams without a dedicated security engineer who need expert guidance
- Companies handling sensitive data (healthcare, finance, legal) that need compliance alignment
Our Process
Every project follows a structured six-phase process to ensure clarity, quality, and on-time delivery.
Discovery
We start by understanding your business, goals, and challenges. This phase includes stakeholder interviews, requirements gathering, and competitive analysis.
Planning
We create a detailed project plan including technical architecture, timeline, and milestones. You'll know exactly what to expect and when.
Design
Our designers create wireframes and visual designs that bring your vision to life. We iterate based on your feedback until it's perfect.
Development
Our engineers build your solution using modern technologies and best practices. Regular demos keep you informed of progress.
Testing
Rigorous testing ensures your product works flawlessly. We test functionality, performance, security, and accessibility.
Launch & Support
We handle deployment and provide ongoing support. Your success is our success, and we're here for the long term.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do we need a security assessment if we are a small company?
Yes — especially if you handle customer data, process payments, or sell to enterprise customers. Most breaches target small and mid-size businesses because they have weaker defenses. A security assessment identifies your biggest risks early, before they become incidents.
What is the difference between a vulnerability scan and a penetration test?
A vulnerability scan is an automated tool that identifies known weaknesses — missing patches, misconfigurations, outdated libraries. A penetration test is a manual, expert-driven exercise where we actively attempt to exploit vulnerabilities the way a real attacker would. Most businesses need both: scans for continuous coverage, and periodic pentests for depth.
How do you help with SOC 2 compliance?
We help you get SOC 2 ready by implementing the actual technical controls: access management, encryption, logging, monitoring, incident response, and change management. We work alongside your team and your auditor so when the audit happens, you pass it on evidence, not on paper.
Can you integrate security into our existing CI/CD pipeline?
Yes. We set up automated security scanning (SAST, DAST, dependency scanning) directly in your CI/CD pipeline so vulnerabilities are caught before they reach production. Tools like Snyk, GitHub Advanced Security, and OWASP ZAP run on every pull request, giving developers immediate feedback without slowing down releases.
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