Network Penetration Testing Essentials
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Network Penetration Testing Essentials is built for learners starting a career in information security or looking to refresh their skills. This Learning Path covers core penetration testing concepts and helps learners build the confidence needed to start a journey in cybersecurity.
19
modules
271
hours of content
10
NIST TKS's
Learning Objectives
- Understand core Linux and Windows system operations, networking, and services
- Develop automation and testing scripts using Bash, Python, and PowerShell
- Work effectively with shells, file transfers, and network configurations during testing
- Troubleshoot and resolve common issues encountered in penetration testing
- Understand cryptography basics for secure data handling and analysis
- Identify web application components, Active Directory fundamentals, and common vulnerabilities
- Apply network scripting and complete an assessment to validate penetration testing skills
Who is it for?
- Newcomers to cybersecurity
- IT Professionals, aspiring penetration testers
- Organizations looking to train new teams or upskill existing teams
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Network Penetration Testing Essentials FAQ
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Are there any prerequisites for Network Penetration Testing Essentials?
There are no formal prerequisites, but a background in IT can be beneficial.
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Is Network Penetration Testing Essentials good for beginners?
Yes, Network Penetration Testing Essentials introduces fundamental cybersecurity concepts to learners.
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Network Penetration Testing Essentials: NIST Work Roles
- Systems Administration
- Systems Security Analysis
- Defensive Cybersecurity
- Incident Response
- Infrastructure Support
- Threat Analysis
- Vulnerability Analysis
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Network Penetration Testing Essentials: NIST TKS’s
- Determine the operational and safety impacts of cybersecurity lapses
- Knowledge of authentication and authorization tools and techniques
- Skill in configuring software-based computer protection tools
- Knowledge of Local Area Networks (LAN)
- Knowledge of host access control (HAC) systems and software
- Knowledge of network access control (NAC) systems and software
- Develop group policies and access control lists
- Document systems administration standard operating procedures
- Skill in handling incidents
- Skill in manipulating operating system components
