Founded by one of Australia's most respected security practitioners, HackLabs has spent two decades breaking into organisations — so they can build better defences.
HackLabs was founded by Chris Gatford — one of Australia's most respected offensive security practitioners — with a simple belief: the only way to know if your defences work is to attack them properly.
Over two decades, we've tested the security of Australia's largest banks, government agencies, critical infrastructure operators, and fast-growing technology companies. We don't just find vulnerabilities. We help you fix them.
Today, HackLabs is Australia's most trusted offensive security firm — CREST-accredited, 100% Australian-owned, and staffed entirely by senior practitioners.
All testers hold CREST certifications. The gold standard for offensive security in Australia.
Endorsed to deliver Essential Eight assessments for Australian government using ASD's official guidance.
ASD-endorsed IRAP assessors for government agencies handling PROTECTED and OFFICIAL:Sensitive data.
All testers hold CREST certifications. Zero juniors — only senior practitioners who've done this for decades.
Every finding is manually verified before it goes in the report. You won't waste time chasing ghosts.
Executive summary, CVSS-scored findings, and step-by-step remediation — not just a PDF of scan output.
100% Australian — no offshore subcontracting. Your data stays in Australia.
Tell us about your security needs and we'll respond within one business day.