[June 19, 2025] European cybersecurity provider AMATAS has reinforced its position as a cybersecurity leader by securing two new CREST certifications: Offensive Vulnerability Scanning (OVS) – Mobile and OVS – Applications. These achievements complement its existing accreditations for Penetration Testing and Security Operations Center (SOC) services, making AMATAS the first and only Bulgarian company with four CREST certifications.
The newly added OVS certifications validate AMATAS’s advanced capabilities in delivering automated and human-verified scanning solutions that identify vulnerabilities across mobile platforms and web applications. These services are essential for organizations seeking continuous threat exposure management and alignment with evolving regulatory requirements.
CREST OVS accreditations are awarded only to service providers that demonstrate secure methodologies, effective risk assessment processes, and strong governance in the delivery of vulnerability scanning services. With these accreditations, AMATAS assures its clients that even automated testing is held to globally recognized standards of reliability, integrity, and security.
This development further underscores AMATAS’s commitment to excellence and its maturity in delivering comprehensive cybersecurity solutions across the EMEA region. The company is officially listed in the CREST Member Registry under ID 8084591–3, with certifications for:
- Penetration Testing
- SOC (Application Form)
- Offensive Vulnerability Scanning – Mobile
- Offensive Vulnerability Scanning – Applications
“CREST accreditation is a rigorous benchmark. With these four certifications, we demonstrate our dedication to transparency, compliance, and high-quality service delivery,” said Marko Simeonov, CEO of AMATAS.
He added: “As the threat landscape evolves, we remain focused on empowering our clients with security services that are not only effective but independently verified.”
“CREST OVS brings together some of the brightest minds in AppSec to improve global application security standards, and we are delighted to congratulate AMATAS for achieving accreditation for both OVS Application and OVS Mobile. As the world continues to digitise and the opportunities for attack increase, it is important that the cyber community supports both industry giants that run application marketplaces and app developers to better protect users across the globe.” said Nick Benson, CEO of CREST.
About CREST
CREST is an international, not-for-profit membership body representing the global cybersecurity industry. Since 2006, CREST has led the cybersecurity community in raising professional and organisational standards across the sector. By accrediting cybersecurity service providers and certifying individual professionals through rigorous, industry-leading examinations, CREST provides confidence to buyers, governments, and regulators alike.
CREST has accredited nearly 500 member companies which operate globally. These have been independently assessed against demanding technical, process, and governance criteria. CREST professional certifications validate deep technical expertise and practical skill. CREST works closely with governments, regulators, academic institutions, training partners, professional bodies, and other stakeholders around the world to support the development of a capable, consistent, and trustworthy cybersecurity ecosystem.
About AMATAS
AMATAS is a European managed cyber security services provider offering penetration testing, virtual CISO, MXDR, security awareness programs, and compliance support. With a team of certified professionals and partnerships with global cyber security leaders such as Darktrace, Rapid7, KnowBe4, Vicarius, 1Password, and Okta, AMATAS helps organizations across sectors build resilient, secure, and compliant digital environments. Its solutions blend strategic insight with technical depth and a personalized approach to every client.
