Pen Test (Penetration testing) is a method of assessing companies/organisations cybersecurity strengths and weaknesses through a process called white-hat (ethical) hacking. This is an ideal course for such individuals who have gained a working knowledge of IT Networking and Security, and seeking a future role within the ever expanding range of Cyber Security. Penetration Testing knowledge and skills can be used for both offensive and defensive Job roles in Cyber Security.
The PDA qualifications in Cyber Resilience intent to provide foundation knowledge and skills in cyber security to increase awareness and develop deeper knowledge and appropriate skills of the discipline. The principal aim of the qualifications is to introduce cyber security to learners already employed across the wider workforce, to encourage interest in this emerging discipline as a potential future career and to improve cyber security knowledge for all learners irrespective of their vocational goals.
Prerequisites:
To ensure your success in this course, you should have: This is an Intermediate Level 3/4 course and candidates should have completed the CompTIA Security+ in advance of attending the course, or alternatively have gained equivalent IT Networking & Security knowledge and practical skills through several years of experience gained in information security. For those who do not have CompTIA Network/Security+ or equivalent qualifications, you may be asked to complete an aptitude test prior to being enrolled on this course. CompTIA Recommendation: Network+, Security+ or equivalent knowledge. Minimum of 3-4 years of hands-on information security or related experience. While there is no required prerequisite, PenTest+ is intended to follow CompTIA Security+ or equivalent experience and has a technical, hands-on focus.
Course Objectives:
In this course, you will be introduced to general concepts and methodologies related to pen testing;
Hands on Experience:
This CompTIA PenTest + training course will prepare you to successfully attain this in-demand certification with hands-on practical work in the form of virtual/live Scenario based labs and software tools.
SQA Framework:
CompTIA PenTest + Course has been organised in conjunction with the PDA Cyber Resilience at SCQF Level 8 so the Learners will have an opportunity to earn SQA credit points & received a certificate from Scottish Qualification Authority if successfully passed all relevant unit exams.
Job Roles & Career Opportunities:
This is an ideal intermediate level 3 or 4 globally recognised qualification for IT pros seeking a role within Cyber Security.
You will be able to function in a variety of job roles, including:
Modes of Learning:
You have the option of undertaking this course via following learning modes:
SAAS Parttime | SAAS Fulltime | Self-Funding |
Available | Not Available | Available |
No payment is required beyond the funding provided | No payment is required beyond the funding provided | £850.00 |
Please contact us for more details | This can also be arranged as multiple installments, but these must be paid within the course duration and agreed with ITPT Finance |