Course Overview

The ECSA pentest program takes the tools and techniques you learned in the Certified Ethical Hacker course (CEH) and enhances your ability into full exploitation by teaching you how to apply the skills learned in the CEH by utilizing EC-Council’s published penetration testing methodology. It focuses on pentesting methodology with an emphasis on hands-on learning.

Course Outlines

Module 1: Penetration Testing Essential Concepts (Self-Study)
Module 2: Introduction to Penetration Testing and Methodologies
Module 3: Penetration Testing Scoping and Engagement Methodology
Module 4: Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) Methodology
Module 5: Social Engineering Penetration Testing Methodology
Module 6: Network Penetration Testing Methodology – External
Module 7: Network Penetration Testing Methodology – Internal
Module 8: Network Penetration Testing Methodology – Perimeter Devices
Module 9: Web Application Penetration Testing Methodology
Module 10: Database Penetration Testing Methodology
Module 11: Wireless Penetration Testing Methodology
Module 12: Cloud Penetration Testing Methodology
Module 13: Report Writing and Post Testing Actions

Course Objectives

The ECSA penetration testing course provides you with a real world hands-on penetration testing experience and is a globally accepted hacking and penetration testing class available that covers the testing of modern infrastructures, operating systems and application environments while teaching the students how to document and write a penetration testing report.

Course Prerequisites

A candidate has completed "Official” training through an EC-Council Authorized Training Center (ATC).

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.