Some organizations require formal human validation of penetration testing results as part of their process or for quality assurance.
Whether driven by compliance requirements, auditor requests, or internal policy, RedVeil provides an optional Report Expert Review service to support these needs.
This article explains what the expert review is, how to request it, what it includes, the cost, and what to expect from the review process.
What the Expert Review Is
The Report Expert Review is a post-test validation service performed by a certified penetration tester.
Once a penetration test has completed and reports are available, you can request an expert review to have a qualified human reviewer examine the results. This review focuses on the accuracy, clarity, and defensibility of the findings and reports.
The review applies to all report types generated for the test, including executive summaries, technical reports, full reports, and attestation-style outputs.
Reviewer Qualifications
Expert reviews are performed by (at a minimum) an OSCP-certified penetration tester.
The reviewer’s name and qualifications are documented as part of the review, providing clear accountability and credibility for stakeholders who require human validation.
This is especially valuable for auditors or customers who explicitly request confirmation that a qualified human has reviewed the results.
What the Expert Review Includes
During an expert review, a certified penetration tester will:
Review identified findings for clarity and correctness
Validate that evidence supports documented conclusions
Ensure severity context is reasonable and defensible
Review report language for professional and audit-ready presentation
The goal of the review is not to re-run testing, but to validate and strengthen the reporting output for external consumption.
How to Request an Expert Review
Expert reviews are requested directly from within the platform after a test has completed.
Once requested:
The review is queued for processing
Reports remain accessible but are marked as pending review
You will be notified when the review is complete
No additional configuration or test changes are required.
Cost and Timeline
The Report Expert Review is offered as a one-time service for the project that it is requested for.
Cost: $500 per completed penetration test
Timeline: RedVeil completes the review within 7 days of the request
Exact timing may vary depending on availability and test complexity, but reviews are prioritized to support compliance and audit timelines.