Synack, founded in 2013 by former NSA operatives, operates a cybersecurity platform that combines a vetted global community of security researchers with artificial intelligence technology. The company provides continuous penetration testing and vulnerability management services to its clients, which include Global 2000 enterprises and U.S. defense agencies. Its platform has been used to uncover tens of thousands of exploitable vulnerabilities for these organizations.
The company's technical focus spans cybersecurity, penetration testing, AI/ML, and vulnerability management. Its core offering, the Continuous Penetration Testing Platform, employs a human-in-the-loop approach where findings from over 1,500 security researchers are validated by real experts. This model supports an agile, continuous, and always-on security assessment methodology for client systems.
Synack's work in the defense sector is supported by its FedRAMP Moderate Authorization, a compliance standard for U.S. federal agencies. The company's combination of automated technology and human expertise positions it within the intersection of cybersecurity and advanced technology services.