PE-3(6) — Facility Penetration Testing

This enhancement calls for physical penetration testing of your facility — hiring professionals to attempt to bypass your physical security controls, just like you would test your network with a penetration test.

Example 1: Hire a physical security assessment firm to test your facility annually. They will attempt to tailgate through doors, bypass badge readers, pick locks, and access restricted areas using social engineering. Use their findings to improve your physical security posture.

Example 2: Conduct internal physical security tests where a trusted employee (unknown to most staff) attempts to access restricted areas or remove equipment without authorization. Track how far they get before being challenged. Use results to reinforce security awareness training and tighten procedures.