Before requesting a proposal
Questions before opening a console.
How much does a server audit cost in Panama?
It depends on assets, platforms, access, criticality, documentation, depth, sampling, sites and deliverables. We quote after a preliminary inventory; counting servers without understanding their functions produces misleading estimates.
Does the audit change configurations?
Not during assessment unless a separate, specific action is authorized. We prioritize read-only collection and document any query with potential impact. Remediation is agreed, tested and recorded separately.
Do you assess Windows, Linux, virtual machines and cloud?
Yes, when included and sufficient access and context are available. We adapt references to the platform, version, hypervisor or provider rather than applying exactly the same list to every environment.
Does a server audit replace a penetration test?
No. An audit reviews state, configuration, operation and evidence; an authorized penetration test attempts to validate attack scenarios under specific rules. They can complement each other, but their objectives and risks differ.
How do you prove backups work?
We review coverage, jobs, alerts, retention, protection and restore evidence. A real test requires a controlled destination, owners, window, criteria and authorization; a successful job alone does not prove full recovery.
What do we receive?
A scoped inventory, executive summary, relevant evidence, findings with context and limitations, priorities, recommended actions, dependencies and closure criteria. We can also support agreed remediation.