CertKit PT0-003: CompTIA Pentest+

CompTIA PenTest+ is for cybersecurity professionals tasked with penetration testing and security consulting. This comprehensive course prepares you for the CompTIA PenTest+ PT0-003 certification exam, focusing on advanced penetration testing, vulnerability assessment, and risk management.

Course outcome:

• Engagement Management
  Learn the foundational processes of penetration testing, including planning, scoping, and managing pre-engagement activities. Master communication strategies, stakeholder collaboration, and the creation of detailed, actionable penetration test reports.
• Reconnaissance and Enumeration
  Explore tools and techniques for gathering information actively and passively. Develop skills in OSINT (Open Source Intelligence), network scanning, protocol enumeration, and using advanced tools like Nmap, Maltego, and theHarvester.
• Vulnerability Discovery and Analysis
  Focus on identifying and analyzing vulnerabilities using techniques such as static and dynamic application testing. Gain expertise with tools like Tenable Nessus, TruffleHog, and Nikto to conduct manual and automated assessments.
• Attacks and Exploits
  Dive deep into real-world attack simulations, including network, web application, and cloud-based attacks. Learn authentication, host-based, and social engineering attack methodologies while leveraging tools like Metasploit, Burp Suite, and ZAP.
• Post-exploitation and Lateral Movement
  Understand methods for maintaining access, lateral movement, and cleanup. Use scripting tools and automation frameworks to enhance efficiency and learn critical remediation techniques to mitigate risks.

Prerequisites:

Before attending this course, you should have:

• Network+, Security+ or equivalent knowledge
• 3–4 years of hands-on experience in cybersecurity or penetration testing
• Basic knowledge of programming or scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell)

Who should attend:

• IT Professionals aspiring to become penetration testers
• Cybersecurity Analysts and Consultants seeking advanced skills
• Network Administrators responsible for securing systems
• Security Engineers and Incident Responders expanding their expertise

CertKit content:

• E-learning courses:
• CompTIA PenTest+ (PT0-003): Governance, Risk, & Compliance
• CompTIA PenTest+ (PT0-003): Collaboration & Communication Activities
• CompTIA PenTest+ (PT0-003): Testing Frameworks & Methodologies
• CompTIA PenTest+ (PT0-003): Reporting & Remediation
• CompTIA PenTest+ (PT0-003): Reconnaissance & Enumeration
• CompTIA PenTest+ (PT0-003): Applying Enumeration Techniques
• CompTIA PenTest+ (PT0-003): Using Scripts for Reconnaissance & Enumeration
• CompTIA PenTest+ (PT0-003): Enumeration & Reconnaissance Tools
• CompTIA PenTest+ (PT0-003): Discovering & Analyzing Vulnerabilities
• CompTIA PenTest+ (PT0-003): Prioritize & Prepare for Attacks
• CompTIA PenTest+ (PT0-003): Authentication Attacks
• CompTIA PenTest+ (PT0-003): Host-Based Attacks
• CompTIA PenTest+ (PT0-003): Cloud-Based & Web Application Attacks
• CompTIA PenTest+ (PT0-003): Wireless & Social Engineering Attacks
• CompTIA PenTest+ (PT0-003): Attacking Specialized Systems & Automating Attacks
• CompTIA PenTest+ (PT0-003): Establishing & Maintaining Persistence
• CompTIA PenTest+ (PT0-003): Moving Laterally Throughout the Environment
• CompTIA PenTest+ (PT0-003): Staging & Data Exfiltration
• CompTIA PenTest+ (PT0-003): Cleanup & Restoration
• MeasureUp Exam simulation with 221+ questions
• Online Mentor
• Tips & Tricks