# EliteSec Information Security Consultants > Boutique cybersecurity consultancy providing CREST-accredited penetration testing and ISO27001-certified security services to mid-market companies. EliteSec is a boutique cybersecurity consultancy established in 2019 by John Svazic. Mission: I help mid-market enterprises prove security to clients, boards, and auditors through certified penetration testing and pragmatic security leadership—so they can achieve compliance, win client trust, and move faster with confidence. **Approach**: No checklist theatre. Every recommendation aligns to your threat model, compliance needs, and business priorities. **Philosophy**: Pragmatic advice with candid discussion focused on solutions that make sense through open, honest dialogue. ## Services - [Penetration Testing](https://elitesec.io/services/penetration-testing/): CREST-accredited testing with 5 free re-tests - helps prove security to enterprise clients - [Cybersecurity Consulting](https://elitesec.io/services/consulting/): Security programs, policies, and AWS cloud security guidance - [Gamified Tabletop Exercises](https://elitesec.io/services/gamified-ttx/): Interactive security training and incident response planning with randomized scenarios ## Company Information - [About Us](https://elitesec.io/about/): Team expertise, certifications, and company background - [Case Studies](https://elitesec.io/case-studies/): Real-world security assessment outcomes - [Sample Reports](https://elitesec.io/sample-reports/): Examples of deliverables and reporting quality - [Contact](https://elitesec.io/contact/): Get in touch for security assessments ## Security Research - [Blog](https://elitesec.io/blog/): Latest insights on cybersecurity trends, best practices, and threat analysis - [Security Articles](https://elitesec.io/blog/all/): Comprehensive archive of security research and guidance ## Certifications & Standards - CREST Penetration Testing Accreditation - ISO27001:2022 Certified Delivery - Team certifications: OSCP, OSWP, CISSP, CISM ## Contact Information - Location: Waterloo, Ontario, Canada - Phone: +1-833-973-5483 - Email: info@elitesec.io - Service Area: Canada, North America ## Target Audience Mid-market companies (75-500 employees) seeking CREST-accredited security testing to prove security to enterprise clients, achieve compliance, and win bigger deals. ## CEO John Svazic - 20+ years cybersecurity experience, University of Waterloo alumnus, holds CISSP, CISM, OSCP, OSWP certifications. Former part-time professor at Conestoga College. Founded EliteSec in 2019 and personally leads every engagement.