CompTIA PenTest+
EXAM CODES PT0-002
CompTIA PenTest+ is for cybersecurity professionals tasked with penetration testing and vulnerability management.
OVERVIEW
The CompTIA PenTest+ certification is a globally recognized credential for cybersecurity professionals, specifically focusing on penetration testing and vulnerability management. It is designed for individuals who are involved in identifying and exploiting security vulnerabilities in networks, systems, and applications. The certification covers a wide range of penetration testing knowledge, from planning and scoping to hands-on testing, as well as reporting and communication with stakeholders.
Key Features:
- Vendor-Neutral: The certification is not tied to specific vendors or technologies, allowing professionals to apply their skills across various platforms and environments.
- Intermediate-Level: It is considered an intermediate-level certification, sitting between the basic CompTIA Security+ and more advanced certifications like the Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) or OSCP (Offensive Security Certified Professional).
- Focus on Hands-On Skills: The certification emphasizes practical skills and requires candidates to demonstrate their ability to conduct penetration tests in real-world scenarios.
Academic Requirements: Grade 12 or 9-12 months of practical experience in a lab or field environment.
Language: Proficiency in English is required, as course materials and support are provided exclusively in English.
Skill Level: Beginner.
Tools Needed: A PC or laptop with a stable internet connection.
Commitment:*Self-paced online learning.
Non-Refundable Application Fee: R500
Course fee: R6000.00
Deposit: R2000.00
Monthly instalment: R2000.00
Payment duration: 3 months
Study duration: We recommend a total of 60 hours of study, e.g. study 1 hour per day and complete your course in 2 months.
Skillsoft course access: 12 months
Cloud Penetration Tester
Network Security Operations
Penetration Tester
Web App Penetration Tester
Cloud Security Specialist
Network Security Specialist
Vulnerability Analyst
Security Consultant
Threat Intelligence Analyst
Take Your Penetration Testing Knowledge To the Next Level
Demonstrate Competency of Current Trends
Unlike other penetration testing exams that only cover a portion of stages with essay questions and hands-on, CompTIA PenTest+ uses both performance-based and knowledge-based questions to ensure all stages are addressed.
Become an Expert in Vulnerability Management
CompTIA PenTest+ is the only exam on the market covering hands-on vulnerability assessment, scanning and analysis, as well as planning, scoping, and managing weaknesses.
Prove You Know the Latest Techniques
CompTIA PenTest+ requires a candidate to demonstrate the most relevant pen testing skills for the cloud, hybrid environments, web applications, Internet of Things (IoT) and traditional on-premises.
What Skills Will You Learn?
Planning and Scoping
Includes updated techniques emphasizing governance, risk and compliance concepts, scoping and organizational/customer requirements, and demonstrating an ethical hacking mindset
Information Gathering and Vulnerability Scanning
Attacks and Exploits
Includes updated approaches to expanded attack surfaces, researching social engineering techniques, performing network attacks, wireless attacks, application-based attacks and attacks on cloud technologies, and performing post-exploitation techniques
Reporting and Communication
Expanded to focus on the importance of reporting and communication in an increased regulatory environment during the pen testing process through analyzing findings and recommending appropriate remediation within a report
Tools and Code Analysis
Includes updated concepts of identifying scripts in various software deployments, analyzing a script or code sample, and explaining use cases of various tools used during the phases of a penetration test–scripting or coding is not required