When to choose automation
Use it before a production release, after a sensitive change or between two human engagements. It suits repeatable checks: dependencies, secrets, configuration, exposed surface and known families of flaws.
When to choose a human pentester
Favor a human engagement for complex business logic, multiple roles, an unusual architecture, a contractual obligation or a critical scope. The expert can build scenarios specific to your business and work directly with the team.
The best model: automate the routine, bring experts to the critical
A regular automated diagnostic reduces the time spent on obvious issues. The human pentester can then focus the engagement on the areas where their judgment adds the most value. Fixes are then checked again.