In private equity, success depends on managing risk—and cybersecurity is a critical component of that strategy. At Incenter, we provide offensive security services tailored to private equity firms and their portfolio companies.
From penetration testing to continuous security monitoring, we help you mitigate risks, protect assets, and ensure compliance throughout the investment lifecycle.
Key Cybersecurity Risks for Private Equity
Mergers & Acquisitions
With multiple systems, processes, and teams converging, mergers and acquisitions are especially susceptible to hidden security threats. Legacy tools, incompatible platforms, and the massive transfer of sensitive data create openings for threat actors to exploit. These vulnerabilities, left unchecked, can lead to operational disruption, financial losses, and reputational damage.
Portfolio-Wide Cybersecurity Risk
Across diverse sectors, portfolio companies have distinct systems and processes, expanding the overall attack surface. Misaligned security policies, inconsistent threat monitoring, and differing regulations create vulnerabilities that adversaries can exploit. If left unchecked, these gaps can lead to operational disruption, financial loss, and reputational harm.
Intellectual Property Theft
Intellectual property is the lifeblood of innovation, making it a prime target for cyberattacks. Sensitive data like patents, trade secrets, and prototypes can be stolen through sophisticated infiltration methods or insider threats. When compromised, these assets erode competitive advantage, tarnish reputation, and jeopardize future growth.
Regulatory and Compliance Pressures
Private equity firms often manage a diverse range of companies, each operating under different regulatory frameworks. These varied requirements—from data protection to industry-specific mandates—create a complex compliance landscape. Even a minor lapse can trigger significant fines, operational disruption, and erode investor confidence, making continuous oversight essential to mitigating risk.
Offensive Security Services for Private Equity Firms
Penetration Testing
We simulate attacks on portfolio companies’ systems, identifying vulnerabilities before they can be exploited. This gives you a clear picture of risks across your investments.
Red Teaming
We test the effectiveness of your portfolio companies’ defenses by simulating sophisticated, targeted attacks. This ensures that both the firm and its investments are secure against real-world threats.
Purple Teaming
In collaboration with internal security teams, we refine your defenses by combining offensive and defensive expertise. This helps portfolio companies improve their detection and response capabilities.
Cyber Maturity Assessments
We evaluate the overall cybersecurity posture of your firm and its portfolio, providing a roadmap for improvement to ensure that investments are protected from cyber threats.
Continuous Testing with Incenter
With Incenter’s continuous monitoring platform, private equity firms can track security risks across all portfolio companies in real time, allowing for proactive responses to emerging threats.
Why Choose OSec for Private Equity Cybersecurity?
We understand the unique cybersecurity challenges faced by private equity firms, from M&A due diligence to protecting portfolio-wide investments.
Our offensive security services go beyond standard assessments, identifying vulnerabilities and preventing potential breaches before they occur.
With Incenter’s continuous testing platform, private equity firms can monitor and protect all portfolio companies, ensuring a consistent security posture across sectors.
We help ensure that both your firm and portfolio companies meet cybersecurity regulations, protecting you from legal penalties and reputational harm.
Protect Your Investments Today
In a world where cyber threats are growing and the cost of a breach can be devastating, private equity firms need proactive, continuous security. Incenter’s offensive security services offer the protection you need to safeguard your investments and portfolio companies from evolving cyber threats. Contact us today to learn more about how we can secure your portfolio.