CompTia Penetration Tester+ (PTEST)

Cybersecurity, ICT Security

Security remains one of the hottest topics in IT and other industries. It seems that each week brings news of some new breach of privacy or security. As organizations scramble to protect themselves and their customers, the ability to conduct penetration testing is an emerging skill set that is becoming ever more valuable to the organizations seeking protection, and ever more lucrative for those who possess these skills. In this course, you will be introduced to some general concepts and methodologies related to pen testing, and you will work your way through a simulated pen test for a fictitious company.

This training will help you:

  • Plan, execute, and analyze penetration tests and report their results
  • Conduct passive reconnaissance for penetration testing
  • Perform non-technical tests to gather information
  • Carry out active reconnaissance
  • Analyze system vulnerabilities
  • Penetrate networks
  • Exploit host vulnerabilities
  • Test applications for security
  • Complete tasks after a successful penetration
  • Analyze and report penetration test results

This training is intended for:

  • For IT professionals who want to develop skills in penetration testing.
  • For those who want to identify vulnerabilities in information systems and effectively address them.
  • For IT administrators and architects providing recommendations to protect information systems and their content.
  • For candidates pursuing the CompTIA PenTest+ (PT0-001) certification.
  • For those planning to use PenTest+ as a foundation for advanced security certifications or cybersecurity career roles.
  • For candidates with 3–4 years of experience in penetration testing, vulnerability assessment, and management.

Location, current course term



VirtualPro (online)
4/21/2025 - 4/25/2025 ENGLISH
Order 		7/7/2025 - 7/11/2025 ENGLISH
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The course:

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  • Planning and Scoping Penetration Tests
    1. Introduction to Penetration Testing Concepts
    2. Plan a Pen Test Engagement
    3. Scope and Negotiate a Pen Test Engagement
    4. Prepare for a Pen Test Engagement
  • Conducting Passive Reconnaissance
    1. Gather Background Information
    2. Prepare Background Findings for Next Steps
  • Performing Non-Technical Tests
    1. Perform Social Engineering Tests
    2. Perform Physical Security Tests on Facilities
  • Conducting Active Reconnaissance
    1. Scan Networks
    2. Enumerate Targets
    3. Scan for Vulnerabilities
    4. Analyze Basic Scripts
  • Analyzing Vulnerabilities
    1. Analyze Vulnerability Scan Results
    2. Leverage Information to Prepare for Exploitation
  • Penetrating Networks
    1. Exploit Network-Based Vulnerabilities
    2. Exploit Wireless and RF-Based Vulnerabilities
    3. Exploit Specialized Systems
  • Exploiting Host-Based Vulnerabilities
    1. Exploit Windows-Based Vulnerabilities
    2. Exploit *nix-Based Vulnerabilities
  • Testing Applications
    1. Exploit Web Application Vulnerabilities
    2. Test Source Code and Compiled Apps
  • Completing Post-Exploit Tasks
    1. Use Lateral Movement Techniques
    2. Use Persistence Techniques
    3. Use Anti-Forensics Techniques
  • Analyzing and Reporting Pen Test Results
    1. Analyze Pen Test Data
    2. Develop Recommendations for Mitigation Strategies
    3. Write and Handle Reports
    4. Conduct Post-Report-Delivery Activities
Assumed knowledge:
Familiarity with operating systems, basic understanding and knowledge of cybersecurity terminology, and foundational networking skills are an advantage.
Schedule:
5 days (3:00 PM - 11:00 PM )
Course price:
2 396.00 € (2 899.16 € incl. 21% VAT)
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Details of the Offered Training

The CompTIA PenTest+ training is offered as a virtual classroom course in the U.S. time zone (which means the training starts at 3:00 PM CET and lasts until 11:00 PM CET daily) and is conducted in English. After completing the training, participants have access to the full training recording and the opportunity to attend the same training again for free (free training retake).

Participants will receive CompTIA-accredited training materials, access to hands-on labs, and a voucher for the CompTIA PenTest+ certification exam. The certification exam is not part of the course but can be taken after the course is completed.