Tough as a Weta.
Sharp as an Attacker.

Named after New Zealand's iconic, indestructible insect — Weta Security is built on the belief that the best defence is understanding exactly how your adversary thinks.

Why We're Called Weta

The weta is one of the world's most ancient insects, having survived unchanged for 190 million years. It thrives in the toughest environments, remains hidden until it needs to act, and is surprisingly formidable despite its size. It's also uniquely New Zealand.

We chose this name deliberately. Great security teams operate the same way: patient, thorough, deeply adapted to their environment, and decisive when it counts.

Started by its founder back in the late 90's during his time at Sun Microsystems, Weta Security has gone through several re-brandings as the technical landscape changed. Although we do also offer full-service penetration testing, Weta Security specialises in web site security testing and vulnerability assessment.

Weta Security insect logo

Hemideina crassidens — the Wellington Tree Weta
Surviving since the Triassic period

Mission, Vision & Values

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Our Mission

To make meaningful cyber security accessible to every business no matter their size.

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Our Vision

A world where organisations of every size operate with confidence — knowing their digital assets, customers and reputation are protected by world-class security.

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Our Values

Integrity — we never overstate risk.
Precision — every finding is verified.
Partnership — your success is our metric.
Curiosity — we think like attackers.

Meet the Management Team

All our technical team hold CREST or CISSP certifications.

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CEO & Lead Pen Tester

CISSP

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Head of Automated Security

CPSA

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USA regional manager

Certified & Accredited By

CREST
OWASP
ISC

Want to work with us?

We're always looking for talented security researchers to join the weta colony.

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