Penetration testing Basel and region
Penetration testing in Basel: CREST-certified for pharma, chemicals and finance
Basel-Stadt and Basel-Landschaft host some of the most security-critical sectors in Switzerland: global pharmaceutical companies, specialty chemicals, international financial services, and the country's third-largest port. We deliver CREST-certified penetration tests on-site and remote for companies in the Basel region.
How much does a penetration test cost in Basel?
A penetration test in Basel costs between CHF 8,000 and CHF 25,000 depending on test type and scope. Web application pentests for Basel-based companies typically run from CHF 8,000 to CHF 15,000. External infrastructure tests sit between CHF 10,000 and CHF 20,000. Internal infrastructure tests with an on-site component in Basel cost from CHF 12,000 to CHF 25,000. For FINMA-regulated financial institutions in Basel that require TIBER-CH-compliant testing, comprehensive engagements range from CHF 40,000 to CHF 150,000. Travel and accommodation costs for our Zurich-based team are included in the package price, on-site availability is guaranteed within 48 hours.
Industries with special requirements in Basel
Pharma and life sciences
Roche, Novartis, Lonza and their SME suppliers have specific requirements: GxP-compliant test environments, protection of clinical data, compliance with FDA 21 CFR Part 11 for US business. We assess LIMS systems, clinical trial portals and manufacturing execution systems.
Specialty chemicals and industry
OT and ICS security for production plants, protection against industrial espionage, IT / OT network segmentation aligned with IEC 62443. Tests respect the continuity requirements of critical production processes.
Financial services
Bank for International Settlements (BIS), private banks, asset managers. FINMA Circular 2023/1 and TIBER-CH requirements, protection of high-net-worth data and correspondent banking activity.
Logistics and port economy
Swiss Rhine Ports and affiliated logistics firms. Tests focus on ship management systems, customs interfaces and container tracking platforms.
On-site testing in Basel: logistics and execution
For internal infrastructure tests, wireless assessments and physical social engineering engagements, on-site presence is required. Our team travels from Zurich to Basel, typically by train (1 hour) for minimal logistics cost. We bring all test infrastructure (laptops, drop boxes, wireless equipment) and only need a secure workspace and a pre-coordinated network drop. Tests are run outside business hours or on schedule to avoid disrupting operations.
Frequently asked questions about pentests in Basel
Answers on logistics, industry focus and on-site availability in the Basel region.
Are you based in Basel or Zurich?
Our headquarters is in Zurich (Edelweissstrasse 41, 8048 Zürich). For Basel engagements we travel by train (60 minutes from Zurich HB). Travel and accommodation are included in the engagement package price, on-site availability within 48 hours of contract signature.
Can you run tests during peak pharma production?
Yes, we coordinate test windows closely with production and quality management. Tests on GxP-relevant systems are performed exclusively in validated test environments or in production only with documented change-control approval and QA involvement.
What experience do you have with Basel banks?
We have delivered engagements at Swiss private banks and internationally active financial institutions in Basel. We know the regulatory requirements (FINMA Circular 2023/1, TIBER-CH) and the specific risks in correspondent banking and wealth management.
Can you also test industrial control systems (ICS)?
Yes. We test ICS and SCADA systems following IEC 62443 with particular care for availability. Tests are run during OT maintenance windows or on isolated test rigs. We avoid Stuxnet-style active testing on productive controllers.
Do you speak Swiss German and French?
Our team works in German, English and French. Swiss German dialect for workshops and awareness training is available. Reports and technical documentation are delivered in the language you need for audit and stakeholder communication.
Do you also offer cybersecurity training for Basel-based companies?
Yes. Cyber awareness training, phishing simulations and security champions programmes are available as annual offerings. Live workshops can be delivered on-site in Basel or remotely.
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