CompTIA PenTest+ Training Boot Camp

PenTest+ certifications are continuing to rise for industry professionals looking to stand out and advance their careers as the demand for ethical hackers rises. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects that information security analysts will increase 33% by 2033, with over 17,000 jobs estimated annually. Upskill your cybersecurity knowledge and credentials now, and you can start to earn an annual salary ranging from $92,759 to $125,000.

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Course code: LBC117

What you will learn

  • Plan and scope a penetration testing engagement
  • Perform vulnerability scanning and penetration testing
  • Produce a written report with remediation techniques

How you will benefit

  • Practice your skills in the cyber range
  • Access hands-on labs to bring you up to speed on the latest threats your organization is most vulnerable to
  • Explore dozens of hands-on exercises and Capture the Flags (CTFs)
  • Prepare to earn the CompTIA PenTest+ certification

How the course is taught

  • Live Online, Instructor-Moderated
  • 5 Days to complete Boot Camp
  • 90-day extended access to all boot camp materials
  1. Day 1
    1. Scoping Organizational Customer Requirements
    2. Defining the Rules of Engagement
    3. Footprinting and Gathering Intelligence
    4. Evaluations Human and Physical Vulnerabilities
    5. Preparing the Vulnerability Scan
  2. Day 2
    1. Scanning Logical Vulnerabilities
    2. Analyzing Scanning Results
    3. Detection and Covering Tracks
  3. Day 3
    1. Testing Wireless Networks
    2. Targeting Mobile Devices
    3. Attacking Specialized Systems
    4. Web Application-Based Attacks
  4. Day 4
    1. Performing System Hacking
    2. Scripting and Software Development
    3. Leveraging the Attack: Pivot and Penetrate
    4. Communicating During the PenTesting Process
    5. Summarizing Report Components
  5. Day 5
    1. Recommending Remediation
    2. Performing Post-Report Delivery Activities
    3. Exam Readiness Activities
    4. Q&A and course wrap-up

Boot Camp

Boot camps are led by instructors that have years of industry experience and are recognized as subject matter experts.

Prerequisites:

This course does not have any specific prerequisites, but it is recommended that students have 3-4 years of hands-on experience in security roles before enrolling in the CompTIA PenTest+ Boot Camp

In addition, all you need to complete the CompTIA PenTest+ Boot Camp is a stable internet connection and a computer capable of streaming activities.

Certification Requirements:

To learn more about the CompTIA PenTest+ requirements.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

  • This course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook.

Software Requirements:

  • PC: Windows 10 or later.
  • Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
  • Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox is preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
  • Microsoft Word Online
  • Adobe Acrobat Reader
  • Zoom
  • Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

  • Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

About Certification: CompTIA

The Computing Technology Industry Association, more commonly known as CompTIA, is an American non-profit trade association that issues professional certifications for the information technology industry. It is considered one of the IT industry's top trade associations.

Through education, training, certifications, philanthropy and market research, CompTIA promotes industry growth; the development of a highly-skilled workforce and a commitment to creating an environment where innovation happens and the opportunities and benefits made possible through technology are available to all.

They are a vendor-neutral, independent source of information on a wide range of technology topics, including cybersecurity; education, training and certification of the global tech workforce; new and emerging technologies; legislation and policies affecting the industry and workforce data, development and trends.

Penetration testing (or pen testing) is a security exercise where a cyber-security expert attempts to find and exploit vulnerabilities in a computer system. The purpose of this simulated attack is to identify any weak spots in a system's defenses which attackers could take advantage of.

According to Lightcast labor insights, $123,600 is the median advertised salary of a penetration tester. Indeed.com comparability states the average salary for a penetration tester in the U.S. is $122,132 annually.

Yes, you will be prepared for the CompTIA PenTest+ exam and receive an exam voucher for the CompTIA PenTest+ certification exam.

This penetration tester certification boot camp is five (5) days in length. You will have 3 months from the completion of the boot camp to access all boot camp materials.

You can register for the boot camp whenever you are ready. Our team will help you select the session that will best fit you.

The boot camp is 5 days in length. You will have 12 months from the completion of the boot camp to access all boot camp materials.

The boot camp instructor will be available during the session to answer any questions. You will also have access to the Infosec Skills platform where you will be able to create support requests, as needed.

Upon successful completion of your boot camp session, you will be awarded a certificate of completion from Infosec and the school or organization that you registered through.

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