What does CERT-In stand for?

CERT-In stands for Computer Emergency Response Team – India, the national cybersecurity agency under MeitY.

Why is working with a CERT-In empanelled auditor important?

It offers government-recognized assurance that audits and VAPT are performed by vetted experts with approved methodologies.

Is a CERT-In empanelled audit mandatory?

For many government entities and regulated sectors like BFSI, telecom, and UIDAI-linked services, CERT-In empanelled audits are mandatory.

How does a company get CERT-In empanelled?

By applying with documentation, undergoing capability evaluation, team and infrastructure verification, and securing approval and listing.

How long is CERT-In empanelment valid?

Empanelment is typically valid for up to 3 years and must be renewed thereafter.

Is ISECURION CERT-In empanelled?

Yes, ISECURION is a CERT-In empanelled company authorized to deliver audits and penetration testing across India.

Do startups and SMEs need CERT-In audits?

It may not always be mandated, but startups often leverage CERT-In audits to win enterprise deals and strengthen security posture.

How can I start a CERT-In audit with ISECURION?

Share your scope via the contact form; ISECURION will recommend a plan, timeline, and deliverables aligned to your compliance needs.

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CERT-In Empanelled Auditor – Complete Guide & How ISECURION Helps

Q: What services do CERT-In empanelled companies provide?

VAPT, configuration reviews, compliance audits (ISO 27001, SOC 2, PCI DSS, HIPAA), incident response, and advisory.

A clear breakdown of what CERT-In is, why it matters for businesses in India, and how partnering with a CERT-In empanelled company like ISECURION delivers trustworthy VAPT and compliance audits.

What is CERT-In?

Computer Emergency Response Team – India (CERT-In) is the national nodal agency under MeitY, mandated to enhance the security of India’s cyberspace. It publishes timely advisories, coordinates incident response, and maintains a list of empanelled cybersecurity auditors who are authorized to perform security assessments and penetration testing for organizations across sectors.

When you work with a CERT-In empanelled company, you’re choosing a partner vetted for technical competency, process maturity, and ethical practice. For regulated industries—like BFSI, fintech, telecom, government, and healthcare—this is often a mandatory requirement.

Advisories

Early warnings on threats

IR Support

Coordinate incident response

Compliance

RBI / SEBI / UIDAI aligned

Trust

Govt-recognized auditors

Key Advantages of a CERT-In Empanelled Auditor

Government Recognition

Audits conducted by an officially recognized provider carry regulatory credibility.

Assured Expertise

Empanelment validates tools, methods, and team capabilities in VAPT & security audits.

Regulatory Alignment

Helps meet RBI, SEBI, IRDAI, UIDAI, and sectoral mandates faster and cleanly.

Project Eligibility

Required for sensitive government and critical-infra engagements.

Why Choose a CERT-In Empanelled Partner?

Working with a CERT-In empanelled company like ISECURION ensures you get trusted, government-recognized cybersecurity expertise. Here’s why partnering with us makes all the difference:

Trusted by Regulators

CERT-In empanelment means our security assessments align with the highest standards mandated by the Indian government for vulnerability and penetration testing (VAPT).

Proven Expertise

Our certified experts have decades of combined experience securing BFSI, FinTech, healthcare, startups, and critical infrastructure against evolving threats.

End-to-End Security

From applications, cloud, APIs to enterprise networks — ISECURION delivers comprehensive security testing tailored to your business needs.

Industries We Secure

We provide end-to-end cybersecurity services across multiple sectors, including: Banking & Finance, FinTech, E-commerce, Healthcare, Startups, Government, and Critical Infrastructure.

ISECURION: Your CERT-In Empanelled Security Partner

Authorized CERT-In Audits

End-to-end VAPT, configuration reviews, and remediation guidance.

Compliance Specialists

Hands-on support for ISO 27001, SOC 2, RBI, SEBI, CSCRF, and IRDA compliance.

Penetration Testing Depth

Application, network, cloud, mobile, IoT, and red team exercises tailored to your risk profile.

Faster Time-to-Compliance

Pragmatic fixes prioritized by severity and regulatory impact to accelerate closure.

Frequently Asked Questions About CERT-In

Clear answers to help your team move fast and stay compliant.

CERT-In stands for Computer Emergency Response Team – India, India’s national cybersecurity coordination agency.

It provides government-recognized assurance that your audits and VAPT are performed by vetted experts using approved methodologies.

For all government entities and regulated sectors such as BFSI, telecom, and UIDAI-linked services, yes—audits must be performed by CERT-In empanelled providers.

Vulnerability Assessment & Penetration Testing (VAPT), configuration reviews, compliance audits (ISO 27001, SOC 2, PCI DSS, HIPAA), incident response, and advisory.

Yes. ISECURION is empanelled and authorized to deliver audits and penetration testing to organizations across India.

At least annually, and after major releases or infrastructure changes. High-risk environments may require more frequent testing.

Share your scope (apps, APIs, cloud, network) via the contact form. Our team will recommend a right-sized plan, timeline, and deliverables aligned to your compliance needs.