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| Duration | Exam | Delivery | Certificate | Level |
| 5 Days | Included | Live Online & Self-Study | PECB | Intermediate |
The Lead Pen Test Professional Training helps you build the skills needed to plan, manage, and lead a professional penetration test.
Why Attend Lead Pen Test Professional Training?
You will learn practical penetration testing methods, tools, and techniques. The course covers key areas such as infrastructure security, web application security, mobile security, and social engineering.
You will also learn how to apply these skills in real-world testing. The course focuses on practical knowledge rather than outdated or unnecessary theory.
In addition, you will develop the management skills needed to lead a penetration test. You will learn how to manage time, resources, risks, and business needs.
The training also includes hands-on exercises. On the final day, you will take part in a practical Capture the Flag (CTF) penetration testing exercise.
Day 1: Introduction to Penetration Testing, ethics, planning and scoping
Day 2: Technical foundation, knowledge and techniques (with practical exercises in all areas)
Day 3: Conducting a Penetration Test (using tools and techniques) and reviewing testing areas
Day 4: Analyzing results from testing, reporting and follow up
Day 5: Certification Exam
The “PECB Certified Lead Pen Test Professional” exam fully meets the requirements of the PECB Examination and Certification Programme (ECP). The exam covers the following competency domains:
Domain 1: Fundamental principles and concepts in Penetration Testing
Domain 2: Technical foundations for Penetration Testing
Domain 3: Scoping and planning a Penetration Test
Domain 4: Conducting a Penetration Test including test types, tools and methods
Domain 5: Specific Penetration Testing types and techniques (infrastructure, application, mobile technology and social engineering)
Domain 6: Analyzing results and the reporting process
Domain 7: Penetration Test follow up
After successfully completing the exam, you can apply for the credentials shown on the table below. You will receive a certificate once you comply with all the requirements related to the selected credential. For more information about Pen Testing certifications and the PECB certification process, please refer to the Certification Rules and Policies.
The requirements for PECB Pen Testing Professional Certifications are:
| Credential | Exam | Professional experience | PTMS project experience | Other requirements |
| PECB Certified Provisional Pen Test Professional | PECB Certified Lead Pen Test Professional exam or equivalent | None | None | Signing PECB Code of Ethics |
| PECB Certified Pen Test Professional | PECB Certified Pen Test Professional exam or equivalent | Two years: One year of work experience in Pen Testing | Pen Testing activities: a total of 200 hours | Signing the PECB Code of Ethics |
| PECB Certified Lead Pen Test Professional | PECB Certified Lead Pen Test Professional exam or equivalent | Five years: Two years of work experience in Pen Testing | Pen Testing activities: a total of 300 hours | Signing the PECB Code of Ethics |
To be considered valid, these activities should follow best practices and include the following:
- Understanding an organization and its context
- Defining a Pen Testing approach
- Selecting a Pen Test methodology
- Defining Pen Test criteria
- Identification of assets, threats, existing controls, vulnerabilities and consequences (impacts)
- Assessing consequences
- Evaluating Pen Test scenarios
- Evaluating Pen Test treatment options
- Selecting and implementing controls
- Performing a Pen Test review
- Certification and examination fees are included in the price of the training course
- Training material containing over 450 pages of information and practical examples will be distributed
- An attestation of course completion worth 31 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) credits will be issued to the participants who have attended the training course.
- In case of exam failure, you can retake the exam within 12 months for free
Who Should Attend?
This training is suitable for:
- IT professionals who want to improve their technical skills
- Auditors who want to understand penetration testing
- IT and risk managers
- Incident response professionals
- Business continuity professionals
- Penetration testers
- Ethical hackers
- Cybersecurity professionals
Learning Objectives
By completing this training, you will learn how to:
- Explain the key concepts and principles of penetration testing
- Plan and organize effective penetration tests
- Define a suitable test scope based on business risks
- Use penetration testing tools and techniques
- Identify and assess security vulnerabilities
- Manage the time and resources needed for a penetration test
- Apply practical skills through hands-on testing exercises
Educational Approach
The training combines theory, practical exercises, and industry best practices.
You will learn through:
- Capture the Flag (CTF) exercises
- Instructor-led sessions
- Real-world examples and case studies
- Practical penetration testing exercises
- Role-playing activities
- Group discussions
Prerequisites
Participants should have a basic understanding of penetration testing and good knowledge of cybersecurity.
Building Digital Trust Through Effective Penetration Testing
Effective penetration testing helps organizations build digital trust. It helps identify vulnerabilities before they can cause serious harm.
The Lead Pen Test Professional Training gives you practical skills to find and assess security weaknesses. You will also learn how to manage penetration tests based on business risks.
As a result, organizations can better protect their systems, data, and business operations. Regular security testing also supports a stronger security culture.
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