# CREST

> International not-for-profit accreditation body for the cybersecurity industry.

CREST accredits cybersecurity consulting and technical services firms, and certifies individual practitioners in penetration testing, threat intelligence, incident response, and SOC operations. CREST accreditation is often a procurement requirement in UK, Australia, and Singapore public sector and critical infrastructure work.

- **Category:** [Communities & Associations](https://gracker.ai/cyber-resources/communities)
- **Website:** https://www.crest-approved.org
- **Location:** Slough, UK
- **Verified:** Yes
- **Last updated:** April 21, 2026

## Frequently asked questions

### What is CREST?

CREST is an international accreditation and certification body for penetration testing, threat intelligence, incident response, and SOC providers. Widely required for UK and APAC government contracts.

### Where is CREST based?

CREST is based in Slough, UK.

### What is CREST listed under on Cyber Resources?

CREST is listed in the Communities & Associations category of Cyber Resources, the curated directory of the cybersecurity marketing and growth ecosystem.