Course Overview
Counseltrain Technologies offer CPENT (Certified Penetration Testing Professional) certification and training program that focuses on preparing professionals for conducting advanced penetration testing and ethical hacking activities. It is designed to train individuals on how to simulate attacks on computer systems, networks, and web applications in order to identify vulnerabilities and weaknesses that could be exploited by malicious actors.
As an IT training company, the course content for CPENT would typically include topics such as:
- Penetration testing methodologies and concepts
- Network reconnaissance and enumeration techniques
- Scanning and vulnerability assessment tools
- Exploitation techniques and tools
- Password cracking and privilege escalation
- Web application penetration testing
- Wireless network penetration testing
- Social engineering techniques
- Post-exploitation and cleanup
In addition to these technical topics, the CPENT course may also cover legal and ethical considerations related to penetration testing, such as obtaining permission to perform testing and reporting vulnerabilities to appropriate stakeholders. The course may also include hands-on exercises and labs to help students apply the concepts they learn in a practical setting.
Learning Options
Target audiences
- The Certified Penetration Testing Professional (CPENT) training is targeted towards individuals who desire to pursue a career in the field of cybersecurity and penetration testing.
- This course is designed for students and professionals who wish to gain the necessary skills and expertise to assess the security of computer systems through vulnerability testing and penetration testing.
- CPENT training is also an ideal program for those who already have experience in security and want to expand their knowledge to explore different aspects of system security and pentesting.
Schedule Dates
Curriculum
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Course agenda
- Module 01: Introduction to Penetration Testing
- Module 02: Penetration Testing Scoping and Engagement
- Module 03: Open Source Intelligence (OSINT)
- Module 04: Social Engineering Penetration Testing
- Module 05: Network Penetration Testing – External
- Module 06: Network Penetration Testing– Internal
- Module 07: Network Penetration Testing – Perimeter Devices
- Module 08: Web Application Penetration Testing
- Module 09: Wireless Penetration Testing
- Module 10: IoT Penetration Testing
- Module 11: OT/SCADA Penetration Testing
- Module 12: Cloud Penetration Testing
- Module 13: Binary Analysis and Exploitation
- Module 14: Report Writing and Post Testing Actions
Once you become a certified CPENT professional, you will be qualified to perform advanced penetration testing and ethical hacking activities. This means you will have the skills and knowledge necessary to simulate attacks on computer systems, networks, and web applications to identify vulnerabilities and weaknesses that could be exploited by malicious actors. As a certified CPENT professional, your responsibilities include conducting penetration tests, identifying vulnerabilities, creating reports, collaborating with stakeholders and maintaining knowledge with the latest trends and technologies related to penetration testing and ethical hacking, and continuously improving your skills and knowledge.
You can research job postings on various job search websites to see if employers are actively seeking candidates with CPENT certification. Look for job titles such as "Penetration Tester", "Ethical Hacker", or "Security Consultant" and see if CPENT certification is listed as a requirement or a preferred qualification. Reports from organizations such as ISC2, CompTIA, and SANS Institute can be a good resource for this information. Connect with professionals in the information security field through social media or industry events and ask about the demand for CPENT certification. They may be able to provide insights on how valuable the certification is in the industry and the types of organizations that value the certification.
These can provide an indication of the demand for the certification in the job market.
The CPENT course is a technically advanced course that requires a strong foundation in networking, operating systems, and programming concepts. Individuals without this foundational knowledge may struggle with understanding the advanced concepts covered in the course.
It can be costly, both in terms of the course fees and the cost of obtaining the required equipment and software. The CPENT course is a challenging course that requires a high level of technical skill and knowledge. Individuals who are not comfortable with advanced technical concepts or who do not have a strong background in IT may struggle with the course content.
It covers topics related to ethical hacking and penetration testing, which require a strong understanding of ethical considerations and legal regulations. Individuals who are not comfortable with these concepts may struggle with the course content or may not be a good fit for this type of work.
Learners who obtain CPENT certification can qualify for a wide range of job prospects in the field of cybersecurity. Some potential job roles that may be available to CPENT certified professionals include:
Penetration Tester
Security Consultant
Security Analyst
Incident Responder
Vulnerability Assessor
Cybersecurity Analyst
Security Researcher
Penetration Tester
Security Consultant
Security Analyst
Incident Responder
Vulnerability Assessor
Cybersecurity Analyst
Security Researcher
