Physical Site Review

We assess the physical security of your facilities to identify vulnerabilities that could allow unauthorized access.

What is Physical Site Review?

Physical site review is a hands-on assessment of your facility's security controls and vulnerabilities. We evaluate how easily an attacker could gain unauthorized physical access to your buildings, data centers, server rooms, or other sensitive areas. Physical security is often overlooked but represents a critical vulnerability—an attacker with physical access can install monitoring devices, steal hardware, or compromise systems directly.

What Physical Site Review Covers

Our physical security assessment evaluates all aspects of your facility's defenses:

• Perimeter security - Fencing, gates, bollards, and exterior barriers
• Building access controls - Badge readers, locks, biometric systems, and door controls
• Entry points and vulnerabilities - Doors, windows, loading docks, and emergency exits
• Locking mechanisms - Quality of locks, master key risks, and lock maintenance
• Visitor management procedures - Badge issuance, escort requirements, and sign-in/sign-out
• Tailgating and access control testing - Ability to follow authorized personnel through secure doors
• Data center and server room security - Physical access controls to critical IT infrastructure
• Surveillance systems - CCTV coverage, blind spots, and recording quality
• Security lighting - Adequate lighting of perimeter and critical areas
• Environmental security - Dumpster diving risks, exposed cables, and equipment disposal
• Parking area security - Lighting, surveillance, and access control
• Sensitive area identification - Clear marking or concealment of critical areas

Physical Security Assessment Methodology

We conduct a comprehensive hands-on assessment of your facility:

• Exterior assessment - Evaluate perimeter security and entry points from outside
• Access control testing - Attempt to gain access through standard entry points
• Tailgating testing - Test ability to follow employees through secured doors
• Interior assessment - Evaluate interior security controls and sensitive areas
• Data center review - Assess security of server rooms and critical infrastructure areas
• Surveillance evaluation - Identify blind spots and assess CCTV coverage
• Policy review - Examine access control and visitor management procedures
• Staff observation - Observe how employees handle badges, doors, and visitors
• Dumpster review - Check for improperly disposed sensitive information or hardware
• Photography and documentation - Document all findings with photos and measurements

Physical Site Review Deliverables

Upon completion of your physical security assessment, you'll receive:

• Comprehensive findings report with photos and descriptions
• Risk ratings for each vulnerability (Critical, High, Medium, Low)
• Detailed recommendations for each security gap
• Prioritized remediation roadmap
• Comparison with industry best practices and standards
• Executive summary suitable for leadership and the board
• Live debrief call to discuss findings and improvements
• Cost-benefit analysis for security improvements

Why Physical Security Assessment Matters

Physical security is a critical component of overall security:

• Direct system access - Physical access allows attackers to bypass all cybersecurity controls
• Hardware theft - Laptops, servers, and network equipment contain valuable data
• Monitoring device installation - Attackers can install surveillance or wiretapping devices
• Credential harvesting - Physical access enables social engineering and badge cloning
• Facility damage - Attackers can sabotage critical infrastructure
• Data theft - Improperly disposed documents and hardware can expose sensitive information
• Compliance requirements - Many regulations (HIPAA, PCI-DSS, NIST) require physical security controls
• Insurance requirements - Property and liability insurance often requires physical security measures

Physical Security and Cybersecurity

Physical security and cybersecurity are deeply interconnected:

• Insider threats - Physical access control helps prevent insider attacks
• Supply chain security - Physical security of facilities ensures the integrity of shipped hardware
• Data center security - Physical access to servers must be strictly controlled
• WiFi access point security - Physical placement and access to WiFi equipment is critical
• Network infrastructure - Attackers with physical access can compromise network equipment

A comprehensive security program must address both physical and cybersecurity concerns.

Typical Physical Site Assessment Timeline

Timeline depends on facility size and complexity:

• Small facility (single building) - 1 day
• Medium facility (multiple floors) - 1-2 days
• Large facility (multiple buildings) - 2-4 days
• Multi-site assessment - Varies based on number of locations
• Report and debrief - 1 week after assessment completion

What You'll Need to Provide

To conduct a successful physical security assessment, provide:

• Site access authorization - Permission to access all areas of the facility
• Floor plans - Building layout (if available)
• Security policies - Access control, visitor management, and badge policies
• Contact information - Point of contact to coordinate on-site visits
• Testing windows - Preferred dates and times for assessment
• Areas of concern - Any specific areas you want us to focus on
• Security systems information - CCTV, access control systems, and alarm systems

Physical Security Assessment Pricing

Physical site review pricing depends on facility size and complexity:

• Small facility (single building, <50,000 sq ft) - Starting at $2,000
• Medium facility (multiple floors, 50,000-100,000 sq ft) - Starting at $3,500
• Large facility (multiple buildings, 100,000+ sq ft) - Custom pricing
• Multi-site assessment - Per-location pricing plus coordination fees

All pricing includes comprehensive on-site assessment, detailed report with photos, and executive debrief. We'll provide a firm quote based on your facility details.

When You Need Physical Site Review

Consider a physical security assessment if:

• You've never had a formal physical security assessment
• You've relocated or expanded your facilities
• Your security systems are aging or outdated
• You want to meet compliance or insurance requirements
• You're concerned about data theft or hardware loss
• You're implementing a comprehensive security program
• You've experienced a security incident or breach
• You want to evaluate the effectiveness of your security controls