• Online, Self-Paced
Course Description

Welcome to our course series on CIS Top 18 Critical Security Controls v8. In this course covering control 18: Penetration Testing, you'll learn how to train teams to establish the importance of a penetration testing program. Plus, gain insights on the recommended frequency, types, and scope of penetration testing.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, students should be able to:
- Explain the concept of security controls
- Enumerate the eighteen (18) areas of critical security controls
- Implement technical security controls related to these areas

Framework Connections

The materials within this course focus on the Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs) identified within the Specialty Areas listed below. Click to view Specialty Area details within the interactive National Cybersecurity Workforce Framework.