Stronger AppSec, Smarter Spending: Why Outsourcing Application Security Testing Is the Future.

In today’s rapidly evolving threat landscape, many organizations struggle to keep up with the constant demands of application security testing. In-house teams are often stretched thin—facing resource constraints, talent shortages, and the operational drain of maintaining continuous security. Assuming an organization is even able to attract, hire, and retain top security talent, the cost of sustaining an effective program can be prohibitive. That’s why more companies are turning to Managed Security Service Providers (MSSPs) to handle this critical function. In this post, we explore market insights, highlight industry expertise, and explain why True Positives has chosen Invicti as the foundation of our MSSP service.

Market Insights: What Invicti Has to Say

Invicti’s article, “Choosing an MSSP? Ask about DAST for Your Web Application Security,” underscores the importance of dynamic application security testing (DAST):

"Ensuring that your MSSP offers robust dynamic application security testing (DAST)—often supplemented with interactive application security testing (IAST)—is essential for mitigating the risks associated with modern web applications."

This insight is particularly relevant as businesses recognize that traditional, point-in-time security assessments are no longer sufficient in today’s agile and continuously evolving development environments.

Our Partnership with Invicti: A Strategic Choice

At True Positives, we recognize that in-house application security testing can be both costly and operationally demanding. After evaluating multiple solutions, we selected Invicti’s technology as the foundation of our MSSP service—driven by three key factors:

Proven Expertise in DAST Automation

With a long-standing track record in AppSec automation—particularly DAST—we know what works. Our firsthand experience with Invicti in enterprise environments consistently reinforces its effectiveness. Time and again, organizations choose Invicti for its balance of accuracy, efficiency, and ease of use. That market-proven reliability made it the clear choice for our service foundation.

Delivering Actionable Insights, Not Noise

Effective security testing isn’t just about identifying vulnerabilities—it’s about providing results that drive meaningful action. Every scan within our MSSP is manually reviewed to ensure only critical, actionable findings reach our clients. Given the time-intensive nature of this validation process, Invicti’s exceptional coverage and low false-positive ratio best supports the ability of our MSSP service to deliver high-quality assessments efficiently.

Next-Level API Security Testing

In 2024, Invicti introduced groundbreaking advancements in API security testing, combining multi-layered API discovery with proactive security validation. As API-driven architectures continue to grow, this innovation ensures that our clients benefit from a future-ready approach to securing both applications and APIs.

These strengths make Invicti not only the ideal choice for our managed services but also an excellent on-premise solution for organizations that require full control over their security testing environment.

Our experience over the past year, as detailed in our blog post “Stronger AppSec, Smarter Spending – T+ and Invicti: One Year In,” confirms that this partnership has empowered our clients to maintain continuous security without depleting internal resources.

The Growing Need for Outsourced AppSec Testing

While many organizations benefit from outsourcing application security testing, some require an in-house solution due to regulatory, operational, or security policy requirements. In such cases, Invicti’s on-premise deployment provides a powerful option—offering full control over security data, seamless CI/CD integration, and scalability for enterprise security teams. Whether outsourced or self-managed, we strongly recommend Invicti’s technology as the backbone of a robust AppSec program.

Organizations of all sizes increasingly recognize that outsourcing application security testing is not just strategic—it’s essential. Here’s why:

Resource Constraints: Many companies lack the in-house expertise to keep pace with the ever-evolving AppSec landscape. Outsourcing provides immediate access to specialists who understand modern security challenges.

Focus on Core Business: Partnering with an MSSP allows internal teams to focus on innovation and core operations while dedicated experts handle application security.

Cost Savings & Scalability: True Positives, powered by Invicti, delivers a cost-effective, scalable security solution with predictable pricing—ensuring flexibility as business needs evolve.

Regulatory Compliance: Continuous security testing is critical for preventing breaches and maintaining compliance with industry standards and regulations.

Our Value Proposition: Robust AppSec Without the Overhead

True Positives’ MSSP service, built on Invicti technology, delivers comprehensive, high-confidence application security testing tailored for modern digital environments. We provide:

Automated, Continuous Scanning: Our solution proactively monitors web applications and APIs, ensuring vulnerabilities are detected and addressed early.

Expert Guidance & Actionable Reports: Beyond technology, our security experts interpret findings and provide practical recommendations on Risk Management, AppSec, and DevSecOps.

Reduced False Positives: With expert validation, Invicti minimizes noise—enabling faster, more effective remediation efforts.

Manual Penetration Testing for Critical Assets: For high-value or sensitive assets, we extend our service to include manual penetration testing, identifying sophisticated vulnerabilities beyond automation’s reach.

A Turnkey, Cost-Effective Approach: We eliminate the need for significant internal investments in security tools and talent—delivering a streamlined, external solution that keeps your applications secure 24/7.

Conclusion

As cyber threats become more sophisticated, internal application security teams face mounting challenges. More organizations are realizing that outsourcing this critical function provides significant advantages. By partnering with True Positives and leveraging Invicti’s cutting-edge capabilities, businesses gain continuous, robust security—without the high cost, complexity, or resource strain of managing it internally.

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About True Positives

True Positives delivers modern application security services, led by its flagship MSSP solution. For in-house teams and programs, we provide custom professional services to enhance security while easing resource strain and operational overhead. Backed by 150+ years of combined expertise, our mission is to enable Stronger AppSec, Smarter Spending.

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