You’ll become an expert in the following modules:

• Planning and Scoping
• Information Gathering and Vulnerability Identification
• Exploitation
• Post-Exploitation
• Reporting and Communication
• Tools and Techniques
• Assessment and Mitigation
• Skills Application

• Understand the principles of penetration testing and ethical hacking within legal and compliance frameworks.
• Plan and scope penetration testing engagements, including defining the target environment and objectives.
• Conduct effective information gathering and reconnaissance to identify potential vulnerabilities in systems.
• Utilize various tools and techniques to exploit identified vulnerabilities and gain unauthorized access.
• Perform post-exploitation tasks, including maintaining access and collecting sensitive data for analysis.
• Create comprehensive reports that detail findings, vulnerabilities, and remediation recommendations for stakeholders.
• Communicate effectively with technical and non-technical audiences about security vulnerabilities and risks.
• Apply hands-on skills through practical exercises and labs to reinforce penetration testing techniques and methodologies.

• Duration: 165 Minutes
• Number of Questions: 85
• Question Format: Multiple choice and Performance Based
• Passing Marks: 750 (on a scale of 100-900)
• Exam Language: English

• While there are no formal prerequisites, it is recommended that candidates have a CompTIA A+ certification and at least three to four years of hands-on information security experience.

• Cybersecurity Professionals: Individuals working in roles such as penetration testers, security consultants, or ethical hackers who want to validate their skills and knowledge in conducting penetration tests and vulnerability assessments.

• IT Professionals Transitioning to Security Roles: IT practitioners seeking to specialize in cybersecurity and penetration testing, aiming to enhance their expertise and career prospects in the growing field of information security.