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4 Engagement Models · Platform-Driven Delivery

How We work with you.
Pick the model that fits.

Every engagement runs through our Lemon platform with daily progress tracking, AI-augmented testing, and multi-layer quality review — whether it's a single assessment or a year-long partnership.

Engagement Models

Four ways to engage

From a single penetration test to a dedicated security team, choose the model that matches your security needs and operational cadence.

One-Time Engagement

Project-based delivery

Standard project-based engagements with a clear scope, fixed quote, and defined deliverables.

Scope → Quote → Order → Deliver

Best for

  • Single penetration tests
  • Compliance audits
  • One-off assessments
  • Pre-launch validation

Annual Contract

Planned annual coverage

A defined annual scope with fixed pricing and priority scheduling.

Fixed annual pricing with priority scheduling

Best for

  • Quarterly VAPT cycles
  • Continuous compliance
  • Multiple applications
  • Annual security programs

On-Demand Rate Contract

Flexible, usage-based

Pre-agreed rates with minimum utilisation commitment. Trigger assessments on-demand.

CI/CD integration via Lemon API

Best for

  • DevSecOps teams
  • MSSPs and partners
  • Variable testing volumes
  • Agile release cycles

Dedicated Team

Embedded security resources

On-site or remote dedicated security professionals with full platform access.

On-site or remote, fully managed

Best for

  • Large-scale transformation
  • Sustained red team ops
  • SOC augmentation
  • Long-term programs

Comparison

How the models compare

Each model delivers the same platform-driven quality. The difference is in pricing structure, commitment, and cadence.

One-Time Engagement

Pricing Fixed project fee
Commitment None
Turnaround 1-4 weeks typical
Ideal For Single assessments

Annual Contract

Pricing Fixed annual fee
Commitment 12 months
Turnaround Priority scheduling
Ideal For Enterprise programs

On-Demand Rate Contract

Pricing Per IP / per app / per man-day
Commitment Minimum utilisation
Turnaround Agreed SLAs
Ideal For DevSecOps & MSSPs

Dedicated Team

Pricing Monthly retainer
Commitment 3-12 months
Turnaround Continuous
Ideal For Large programs & SOC

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Every model runs on the same platform

Regardless of engagement model, every assessment is orchestrated through our proprietary Lemon platform — AI-augmented test case generation, daily progress dashboards, multi-layer L1/L2/L3 quality review, and technology-specific remediation guidance. You get the same structured quality whether it's a one-day test or a year-long program.

6,700+

Assessments delivered

700+

Enterprise clients

150+

Security professionals

Since 2008

CERT-In empanelled

Not sure which model fits?

Tell us about your security requirements and operational cadence. We'll recommend the engagement model that makes the most sense for your team.