Penetration Tester Certificate

Prepare to advance your cybersecurity career as a PenTester. Gain advance marketable skills for a position that is in high demand in the industry with a degree and moderate understanding of security processes.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Penetration Testing program is designed to provide learners with the knowledge and skills needed to conduct effective penetration tests. Throughout the course, learners will gain a solid understanding of the basics of cyber security, operating systems, web applications, and network security, as well as advanced topics such as social engineering, wireless network testing, mobile application testing, and cloud security.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

The key takeaways from PenTester training are:

  1. In-demand skill set: Penetration testing is a critical component of cyber security, and is in high demand by organizations across industries. By completing this course, students will gain a valuable skill set that can make them more competitive in the job market.
  2. Hands-on experience: The course provides students with opportunities to work with real-world tools and techniques, and to gain hands-on experience in conducting penetration tests.
  3. This practical experience is essential to developing the skills needed to become an effective penetration tester.
  4. Comprehensive understanding of cyber security: The course provides a solid foundation in the basics of cyber security, including operating systems, web applications, network security, and cryptography. This broad understanding is critical to becoming an effective penetration tester.
  5. Specialized knowledge and experience: The course covers advanced topics such as social engineering, wireless network testing, mobile application testing, and cloud security, providing students with specialized knowledge and experience in these areas.
  6. Preparation for certification: The course can prepare students for industry-recognized certifications, such as the Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) and the Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP). These certifications can make students more competitive in the job market and provide them with additional career opportunities.
Common Job Titles
Penetration Tester
Security Analyst
Security Consultant
Ethical Hacker

Highly Rated

⭐ 4.9/5 High demand

40 Hrs

Under 10 hours of study a week

career process

Advance Level

Requires basic knowledge of InfoSec

Learn Anywhere

On Campus. On Premise. Online.

Program Curriculum

Week 1: Introduction to Cyber Security

  • Overview of Cyber Security
  • Types of Cyber Attacks
  • Threat Actors
  • Basic Cyber Security Terminology
  • Cyber Security Best Practices

 

Week 2: Operating Systems and Network Security

  • Introduction to Operating Systems
  • Common Operating Systems (Windows, Linux, macOS)
  • Introduction to Network Security
  • Types of Network Attacks
  • Network Security Best Practices

Week 3: Web Applications and Cyber Security

  • Introduction to Web Applications
  • Common Web Application Attacks
  • Introduction to OWASP Top 10
  • Secure Coding Practices
  • Web Application Security Best Practices

 

Week 4: Introduction to Penetration Testing

  • Introduction to Penetration Testing
  • What is Penetration Testing
  • Purpose of Penetration Testing
  • Types of Penetration Testing
  • Phases of Penetration Testing
  • Introduction to Kali Linux

Week 5: Reconnaissance and Scanning

  • Introduction to Reconnaissance
  • Types of Reconnaissance
  • Information Gathering
  • Introduction to Scanning
  • Types of Scanning
  • Introduction to Nmap
  • Introduction to Zenmap

 

Week 6: Vulnerability Assessment and Exploitation

  • Introduction to Vulnerability Assessment
  • Types of Vulnerability Assessment
  • Vulnerability Scanning with OpenVAS
  • Introduction to Exploitation
  • Types of Exploitation
  • Introduction to Metasploit

Week 7: Post Exploitation and Reporting

  • Introduction to Post Exploitation
  • Privilege Escalation Techniques
  • Introduction to Post Exploitation Tools
  • Reporting
  • Writing an Effective Penetration Testing Report
  • Tools for Generating Penetration Testing Reports
  • Final Project

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