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CompTIA Pentest+ Certification Preparation (plus voucher)
The CompTIA PenTest+ will certify the successful candidate has the knowledge and skills required to plan and scope a penetration testing engagement including vulnerability scanning, understand legal and compliance requirements, analyze results, and produce a written report with remediation techniques.
Provider Information
Texas A&M Cybersecurity Center
200 Discovery Drive
College Station, TX 77845
Course Overview
Candidates are generally expected to have at least 3-4 years of hands-on experience in IT security or a related field. It is recommended that candidates have prior certifications such as CompTIA Security+ or CompTIA CySA+, or possess equivalent knowledge and experience.
Learning Objectives
This course prepares students to pass the CompTIA Pentest+ Exam. The exam addressed the skills and knowledge necessary for conducting penetration testing and vulnerability assessment in a cybersecurity environment. The exam objectives encompass a range of critical areas, including planning and scoping penetration tests, performing reconnaissance, conducting attacks on systems and applications, and analyzing findings. Candidates are expected to demonstrate proficiency in exploiting vulnerabilities, documenting results, and providing actionable recommendations for remediation. Additionally, the exam emphasizes the importance of ethical hacking principles and compliance requirements, ensuring that professionals can conduct assessments responsibly and effectively. Overall, the Pentest+ certification prepares individuals to identify and mitigate security risks, contributing to the overall security posture of organizations.+ Exam.
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
Work Roles
Feedback
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