Launch a high-impact cybersecurity career with CompTIA PenTest+, the industry benchmark for penetration testing professionals.
CompTIA PenTest+ (PT0-003) is a globally recognized intermediate-level cybersecurity certification that validates hands-on skills in penetration testing, vulnerability assessment, threat analysis, and security reporting across modern IT environments.
This certification equips learners with real-world offensive security skills by combining practical, performance-based testing with industry-aligned methodologies. It prepares professionals to identify, exploit, and manage security weaknesses in enterprise, cloud, hybrid, and web-based systems.
By completing CompTIA PenTest+, candidates gain the confidence to conduct ethical penetration tests, analyze attack surfaces, and deliver actionable security insights—enabling them to succeed in today’s rapidly evolving cybersecurity landscape.
Duration
7 days / 56 hours
Level
Intermediate
Delivery
100% Online – Instructor-Led / Self-Paced Options Available
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Course Features & Requirements
Key Features
- Recommended 3–4 years of hands-on experience in IT or cybersecurity-related roles
- Strong understanding of networking concepts and operating systems
- Familiarity with security fundamentals, threats, and vulnerabilities
- Basic knowledge of scripting, command-line tools, and system administration
- Prior exposure to Network+ or Security+ concepts is highly beneficial
Pre-Requisites
- Recommended 3–4 years of hands-on experience in IT or cybersecurity-related roles
- Strong understanding of networking concepts and operating systems
- Familiarity with security fundamentals, threats, and vulnerabilities
- Basic knowledge of scripting, command-line tools, and system administration
- Prior exposure to Network+ or Security+ concepts is highly beneficial
Who Should Join
- IT professionals aiming to advance into penetration testing or ethical hacking roles
- Security Analysts and Network Engineers seeking offensive security skills
- Cybersecurity professionals preparing for real-world vulnerability assessment and exploitation tasks
- Security Consultants looking to validate hands-on penetration testing expertise
- Professionals planning careers as Penetration Testers, Security Engineers, or Red Team members
Key Learning Outcomes
Upon completion, participants should be able to demonstrate each of the following outcome:-
- Plan and scope penetration testing engagements in accordance with legal, ethical, and compliance requirements.
- Perform vulnerability scanning and reconnaissance to identify security weaknesses across networks, systems, and applications.
- Exploit vulnerabilities using manual and automated penetration testing techniques in real-world environments.
- Conduct network, wireless, web application, API, and cloud penetration testing.
- Analyze attack results and perform post-exploitation activities while maintaining operational security.
- Apply ethical hacking tools, scripting, and methodologies to simulate real-world cyber attacks.
- Assess cloud, hybrid, and enterprise environments for security misconfigurations and risks.
- Create clear and professional penetration testing reports with remediation recommendations.
Core Skills Areas Covered
Penetration Testing Planning & Scoping
Vulnerability Assessment & Exploitation Techniques
Network, Web Application & Cloud Security Testing
Ethical Hacking Tools, Scripting & Automation
Reporting, Risk Analysis & Remediation Strategies
Course Modules Covered in the CompTia PenTest+
Module 1 -Penetration Testing: Before You Begin
Module 2 - Applying Pre-Engagement Activities
Module 3 - Enumeration and Reconnaissance
Module 4 - Scanning and Identifying Vulnerabilities
Module 5 -Conducting Pentest Attacks
Module 6 - Web-Based Attacks
Module 7 - Enterprise Attacks
Module 8 - Specialized Attacks
Module 9 - Performing Penetration Testing Tasks
Module 10 - Reporting and Recommendations
Module 11 - CompTIA PenTest+ PTO-003 Practice Exams
Module 17 - Supporting Other OS
Module 18 - Configuring SOHO Network Security
Module 19 -Managing Security Settings
Module 20 - Supporting Mobile Software
Module 21 - Using Data Security
Module 22 - Implementing Operational Procedures
Our Training Methodology
Practical Assignments
We provide hands-on assignments that requires practical implementation.
Virtual Coaching Sessions
Online coaching sessions that happen over the phone, via video, or on a web platform.
1 Year Access to LMS
Get access to learning resources upto 1 year of class completion.
Live Project Experience
Hands-on learning and training gives participants the opportunity to experience real world situations.
Online Assessments
Participants can assess reflect on their own learning and their level/skills.
Free Industry Webinars
Stay current on market research trends, learn best practices through our webinar sessions.
Program Key Highlights
56 hours of Remote Online Learning
Additional Coaching Hours
Live Hands-on Projects
Certified by International Body
Mentorship with Industry Experts
Designed for Beginners & Professionals
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Get Professionally Certified
Upon successfully completing this program, participants will be awarded the Professional Certification in Pentest+ by CompTIA.
This award is a validation to the efforts taken to master the domain expertise that will set you apart from your competition.
Be a part of the global network of network and web application professionals and join the community across sectors.
Certification Exams
The CompTIA PenTest+ certification requires candidates to pass a single professional-level exam that validates hands-on penetration testing, vulnerability assessment, and ethical hacking skills used in real-world enterprise environments.
Exam Code
PT0-003
Passing Score
750 / 900
Exam Format
Questions: Up to 85
Question Types: Multiple-choice & Performance-Based Questions (PBQs)
Duration: 165 minutes
Certification Requirement
Candidates must successfully pass the CompTIA PenTest+ (PT0-003) exam to earn the certification. The exam focuses on practical, job-role–based penetration testing and vulnerability assessment skills.
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This training program is suitable for anyone who intends to enter into the field of PenTest. This program is being conducted in Malaysia and can be joined by anyone, anywhere in the world remotely.
Program Fee
MYR 7500 per pax.
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Limited scholarships available for early self applying individual applicants.
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