Pensta is a UK-based cybersecurity consultancy specialising in penetration testing, vulnerability assessments, and incident response. Founded in 2025, our mission is to help organisations strengthen their digital defences, stay ahead of emerging threats, and contribute meaningfully to the broader security community.
Whether you’re a small business, a technology startup, or part of the public sector, we offer tailored security services to help you identify risks, improve resilience, and protect critical systems—so you can focus on growth without fear of compromise or ransomware.
Founded on Experience. Focused on Trust.
Pensta was established by Michael Minchinton, a veteran penetration tester with over two decades of industry experience. Michael previously held CHECK Team Leader status under the UK’s National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), reflecting a high level of trusted, government-approved competence.
Why Organisations Trust Us
Michael has been publicly acknowledged by respected organisations including the UK Cabinet Office, SpaceX, Microsoft, Google, and PayPal for responsible vulnerability disclosure. His contributions span sectors from national infrastructure to blockchain and space technologies.
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Our Cybersecurity Services
✅ Web Application and API Penetration Testing
Simulated real-world attacks on your websites and APIs to uncover vulnerabilities before adversaries do.
✅ Network & Infrastructure Security Testing
Comprehensive assessments of your internal and external infrastructure to identify exploitable weaknesses.
✅ Mobile App Security Reviews
Security testing of Android and iOS applications to detect risks to user data, functionality, and privacy.
✅ Cloud Security Assessments (Including Kubernetes)
Evaluation of your cloud infrastructure—across Azure, AWS, and GCP—to ensure configurations meet best practices, with support for Kubernetes environments.
✅ Incident Response & Forensic Investigation
Expert guidance during cybersecurity incidents, from detection and containment to remediation and post-incident reporting.
All services are delivered with clarity, professionalism, and discretion. You’ll receive detailed plain-English reporting, video demonstrations of critical issues, remediation advice, and complimentary retesting as standard.
Let’s Secure Your Future, Together
At Pensta, we do more than identify security flaws—we partner with clients to build a secure digital future. Trust our experience. Leverage our expertise.
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Discuss your penetration testing requirements directly with a senior security consultant.
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