CompTIA PenTest+ Certification Training
Offensive security with the discipline of scoping, rules of engagement, and a report the client can actually act on.
Duration
37.5 hours / 5 days (Mon–Fri)
Tuition
$2,495
Delivery Method
Instructor-led bootcamp (in-person, hands-on labs). Private tutoring and evening class options available on request.
Location
San Diego, CA — on-site delivery also available worldwide at your unit or command
Course Overview
CompTIA PenTest+ covers the full penetration testing lifecycle - not just exploitation. It is one of the few offensive certifications that gives equal weight to planning, legal and compliance considerations, and reporting, which is what separates a professional engagement from an unauthorised intrusion.
The course covers engagement scoping and rules of engagement, reconnaissance and enumeration, vulnerability discovery and analysis, exploitation across networks, hosts, wireless, applications and cloud, post-exploitation activity, and the written and verbal communication of findings.
PenTest+ maps to DoD 8140 work roles including Penetration Tester and Vulnerability Assessment Analyst.
Who This Course Is For
- Penetration testers
- Vulnerability assessment analysts
- Security consultants
- Red team operators
- Security analysts moving into offensive roles
- Application security testers
About the Exam
Exam format, question count, duration and scoring are set by the certifying body and are periodically revised. Confirm the current version before scheduling.
Exam Details
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Domains Covered
- Module 1: Scoping Organizational/Customer Requirements
- Module 2: Defining the Rules of Engagement
- Module 3: Footprinting and Gathering Intelligence
- Module 4: Evaluating Human and Physical Vulnerabilities
- Module 5: Preparing the Vulnerability Scan
- Module 6: Scanning Logical Vulnerabilities
- Module 7: Analyzing Scanning Results
- Module 8: Avoiding Detection and Covering Tracks
- Module 9: Exploiting the LAN and Cloud
- Module 10: Testing Wireless Networks
Course Outline
20 modules covering the full objective set.
Module 1: Scoping Organizational/Customer Requirements
- Define Organizational PenTesting
- Acknowledge Compliance Requirements
- Compare Standards and Methodologies
- Describe Ways to Maintain Professionalism
Module 2: Defining the Rules of Engagement
- Assess Environmental Considerations
- Outline the Rules of Engagement
- Prepare Legal Documents
Module 3: Footprinting and Gathering Intelligence
- Discover the Target
- Gather Essential Data
- Compile Website Information
- Discover Open-Source Intelligence Tools
Module 4: Evaluating Human and Physical Vulnerabilities
- Exploit the Human Psyche
- Summarize Physical Attacks
- Use Tools to Launch a Social Engineering Attack
Module 5: Preparing the Vulnerability Scan
- Plan the Vulnerability Scan
- Detect Defenses
- Utilize Scanning Tools
Module 6: Scanning Logical Vulnerabilities
- Scan Identified Targets
- Evaluate Network Traffic
- Uncover Wireless Assets
Module 7: Analyzing Scanning Results
- Discover Nmap and NSE
- Enumerate Network Hosts
- Analyze Output from Scans
Module 8: Avoiding Detection and Covering Tracks
- Evade Detection
- Use Steganography to Hide and Conceal
- Establish a Covert Channel
Module 9: Exploiting the LAN and Cloud
- Enumerate Hosts
- Attack LAN Protocols
- Compare Exploit Tools
- Discover Cloud Vulnerabilities
- Explore Cloud-Based Attacks
Module 10: Testing Wireless Networks
- Discover Wireless Attacks
- Explore Wireless Tools
Module 11: Targeting Mobile Devices
- Recognize Mobile Device Vulnerabilities
- Launch Attacks on Mobile Devices
- Outline Assessment Tools for Mobile Devices
Module 12: Attacking Specialized Systems
- Identify Attacks on the IoT
- Recognize Other Vulnerable Systems
- Explain Virtual Machine Vulnerabilities
Module 13: Web Application-Based Attacks
- Recognize Web Vulnerabilities
- Launch Session Attacks
- Plan Injection Attacks
- Identify Tools
Module 14: Performing System Hacking
- System Hacking
- Use Remote Access Tools
- Analyze Exploit Code
Module 15: Scripting and Software Development
- Analyze Scripts and Code Samples
- Create Logic Constructs
- Automate Penetration Testing
Module 16: Leveraging the Attack: Pivot and Penetrate
- Test Credentials
- Move Throughout the System
- Maintain Persistence
Module 17: Communicating During the PenTesting Process
- Define the Communication Path
- Communication Triggers
- Use Built-In Tools for Reporting
Module 18: Summarizing Report Components
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Module 19: Recommending Remediation
- Employ Technical Controls
- Implement Administrative and Operational Controls
- Apply Physical Controls
Module 20: Performing Post-Report Delivery Activities
- Conduct Post-Engagement Cleanup
- Execute Follow-Up Actions
What Your Training Includes
- Instructor-led training covering the full objective set
- Official courseware
- Hands-on virtual lab environment
- Practice questions and exam review
- Structured exam preparation
- Post-class instructor support
Program Details
This bootcamp runs as an intensive 37.5-hour program over 5 days (Monday–Friday), combining instructor-led lecture, hands-on labs, and exam-focused review. Private tutoring and evening class formats are available on request — contact us for the next scheduled start date.
We are not able to accept Tuition Assistance (TA) or GI Bill at this time. Courses are funded through command funding, organizational funding through your employer, or your service's COOL (Credentialing Opportunities On-Line) program — contact us to confirm your eligibility.
DoD 8140 / 8570 Alignment
CompTIA PenTest+ is an approved baseline certification and maps to the following DoD cyber workforce categories and work roles.
Baseline Categories
- CSSP Analyst
- CSSP Incident Responder
- CSSP Auditor
Mapped Work Roles
- Penetration Tester (521)
- Vulnerability Assessment Analyst (541)
- Cyber Defense Incident Responder (531)
- Cyber Operator (521)
- Red Team Specialist (541)
Upcoming Classes
Published dates for the next twelve months. Class weeks run Monday to Friday.
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