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CompTIA PenTest+ Training
The CompTIA PenTest+ Training is designed to provide advanced skills and knowledge required for performing effective penetration testing and ethical hacking. This course covers a range of topics including planning and scoping, information gathering, vulnerability identification, exploitation, and reporting. Participants will learn to use industry-standard tools and techniques to assess the security of networks, systems, and applications. The training emphasizes hands-on practice through practical labs and real-world scenarios to build proficiency in identifying and addressing security weaknesses. Ideal for IT professionals and security analysts, the CompTIA PenTest+ Training prepares candidates for the CompTIA PenTest+ certification exam, demonstrating their expertise in conducting thorough and effective penetration tests.
Provider Information
Microtek Learning LLC
3002 Piano Lane
Silver Spring, MD 20904
Course Overview
- Network+, Security+ or equivalent knowledge.
- A minimum of 2-3 years of hands-on information security or related experience.
Learning Objectives
After taking this course, you will be able to:
- Plan and scope penetration tests
- Conduct passive reconnaissance
- Perform non-technical tests to gather information
- Conduct active reconnaissance
- Analyze vulnerabilities
- Penetrate networks
- Exploit host-based vulnerabilities
- Test applications
- Complete post-exploit tasks
- Analyze and report penetration test results
Framework Connections
The materials within this course focus on the NICE Framework Task, Knowledge, and Skill statements identified within the indicated NICE Framework component(s):
Competency Areas
Feedback
If you would like to provide feedback on this course, please e-mail the NICCS team at NICCS@mail.cisa.dhs.gov. Please keep in mind that NICCS does not own this course or accept payment for course entry. If you have questions related to the details of this course, such as cost, prerequisites, how to register, etc., please contact the course training provider directly. You can find course training provider contact information by following the link that says “Visit course page for more information...” on this page.