Course Overview

The CompTIA PenTest+ certification verifies that successful candidates have the knowledge and skills required to plan and scope an assessment, understand legal and compliance requirements, perform vulnerability scanning and penetration testing, analyse data, and effectively report and communicate results.

Who this course is for:

Security Analysts

Penetration Testers

Vulnerability Testers

Network Security Operations

Application Security Vulnerability Testers

Course Outlines

Module1: Planning and Scoping Penetration Tests

Module2: Conducting Passive Reconnaissance

Module3: Performing Non-Technical Tests

Module4: Conducting Active Reconnaissance

Module5: Analyzing Vulnerabilities

Module6: Penetrating Networks

Module7: Exploiting Host-Based Vulnerabilities

Module8: Testing Applications

Module9: Completing Post-Exploit Tasks

Module10: Analyzing and Reporting Pen Test Results

Course Objectives

Successful candidates will have the intermediate skills required to customise assessment frameworks to effectively collaborate on and report findings. Candidates will also have the best practices to communicate recommended strategies to improve the overall state of IT security.

Course Prerequisites

  Minimum of 3-4 years of hands-on information security or related experience. 

Course Schedule

Course Delivery Format

1. In-Person Training:

Benefits:

Personal Interaction: Participants can interact with the instructor and fellow learners, fostering a sense of community.

Immediate Feedback: Instructors can provide real-time feedback, addressing questions and concerns on the spot.

Hands-on Activities: Practical exercises and group activities can be conducted more effectively in person.

1. Online Training:

Benefits:

Flexibility: Learners can access the course content at their own pace and time, accommodating diverse schedules.

Cost-Effective: Eliminates the need for travel and accommodation expenses, making it more economical.

Scalability: Can accommodate a large number of participants simultaneously, making it suitable for widespread audiences.

1. Blended Learning (Combination of In-Person and Online):

Benefits:

Flexibility: Combines the advantages of both in-person and online formats, offering a balance between structure and autonomy.

Cost-Efficiency: Reduces the need for extensive in-person sessions, saving on travel and venue costs.

Adaptability: Can cater to diverse learning styles by incorporating various modes of instruction.

1. Virtual Classrooms:

Benefits:

Real-Time Interaction: Allows for live Q&A sessions, discussions, and engagement with participants.

Accessibility: Participants from different locations can join without the need for physical presence.

Recording Options: Recordings can be made available for participants who may have missed the live session.

1. Self-Paced Learning (eLearning Modules, Videos):

Benefits:

Individualized Learning: Participants can progress at their speed, revisiting content as needed.

Consistency: Ensures uniform delivery of content to all participants.

24/7 Accessibility: Learners can access materials whenever and wherever is convenient for them.

1. Customized Courses:

Relevant Content: Tailored to specific organizational goals.

Industry Focus: Incorporates real industry challenges.

Adapted Learning: Matches varied skill levels of participants.

Focused Skills: Targets key competencies for job success.

Cultural Sensitivity: Respects diverse backgrounds within the organization.

Engaging Content: Uses relatable examples and scenarios.

Flexible Delivery: Adaptable to different learning formats.

Measurable Success: Sets clear objectives for easy evaluation.

Continuous Improvement: Uses feedback for ongoing enhancements.

Cost-Effective: Efficiently directs resources for maximum impact.