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CompTIA 
PenTest+ 

EXAM CODES PT0-002

CompTIA PenTest+ is the only exam on the market covering hands-on vulnerability assessment, scanning and analysis, as well as planning, scoping, and managing weaknesses.

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Differentiate Yourself With PenTest+

Take Your Penetration Testing Knowledge To the Next Level. Demonstrate Competency of Current Trends— Unlike other penetration testing exams that only cover a portion of stages with essay questions and hands-on, CompTIA PenTest+ uses both performance-based and knowledge-based questions to ensure all stages are addressed.

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Become an Expert in Vulnerability Management

Demonstrate Competency of Current Trends

CompTIA PenTest+ is the only exam on the market covering hands-on vulnerability assessment, scanning and analysis, as well as planning, scoping, and managing weaknesses.

Prove You Know the Latest Techniques

Harness the Power of Penetration Testing

Rapidly growing data acquisition calls for skilled administrators to safeguard and manage valuable assets. Join us to become a qualified data management expert.

What Skills Will You Learn?

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Planning and Scoping

Includes updated techniques emphasizing governance, risk and compliance concepts, scoping and organizational/customer requirements, and demonstrating an ethical hacking mindset

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Vulnerability Scanning

Includes updated skills on performing vulnerability scanning and passive/active reconnaissance, vulnerability management, as well as analyzing the results of the reconnaissance exercise

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Reporting and Communication

Expanded to focus on the importance of reporting and communication in an increased regulatory environment during the pen testing process through analyzing findings and recommending appropriate remediation within a report

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Attacks and Exploits

Includes updated approaches to expanded attack surfaces, researching social engineering techniques, performing network attacks, wireless attacks, application-based attacks and attacks on cloud technologies, and performing post-exploitation techniques

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Jobs You Can Land With CompTIA PenTest+

  • Penetration Tester
  • Ethical Hacker
  • Cybersecurity Analyst (Penetration Testing)
  • Security Consultant (Penetration Testing)
  • Information Security Analyst (PenTest)
  • Penetration Testing Engineer
  • Vulnerability Assessment Analyst
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ADVICE FOR A DATA PROFESSIONAL

Unlock Your Potential!

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"CompTIA PenTest+ has been a thrilling journey that deepened my expertise in cybersecurity. The hands-on approach and real-world simulations provided an immersive learning experience, preparing me to navigate the complex landscape of penetration testing.

 

Now working as a Penetration Tester, I can attest that this certification has not only opened doors to exciting opportunities but has also armed me with the skills to safeguard digital landscapes. CompTIA PenTest+ is the go-to certification for those looking to excel in ethical hacking and penetration testing."

Mildred Campos, Network Engineer

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Network Engineer

PROVE YOU HAVE THE SECURITY READINESS SKILLS TO ADDRESS TODAYS THREATS

Examination Details

Exam Codes    

 PT0-002

Launch Date

October 28, 2021 

Description

The CompTIA PenTest+ will certify the successful candidate has the knowledge and skills required to plan and scope a penetration testing engagement including vulnerability scanning, understand legal and compliance requirements, analyze results, and produce a written report with remediation techniques. 

# of Questions

Maximum of 85 questions

Type of Questions

Multiple-choice and performance-based

Length of Test    

165 minutes

Passing Score    

750 (on a scale of 100-900)

Recommended Experience    

Network+, Security+ or equivalent knowledge. Minimum of 3-4 years of hands-on information security or related experience. While there is no required prerequisite, PenTest+ is intended to follow CompTIA Security+ or equivalent experience and has a technical, hands-on focus.

Languages     

English, Japanese, Portuguese and Thai

Retirement

Usually three years after launch 

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How Does CompTIA PenTest+ Compare?

Exam Focus

Vendor Neutral

Performance-based Questions

Experience Level

Penetration testing and vulnerability assessment    

Yes

Yes

Intermediate    

Penetration testing    

Yes

No

Intermediate    

Penetration testing from a business-value    

Yes

No

Intermediate    

Real world-based with a lab and submitted report

Yes

Yes

Intermediate/Advance

EC-Council Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)    

GIAC Penetration Tester (GPEN)

Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP)

COMPTIA OFFERS A WEALTH OF CERTIFICATION TRAINING THAT IS DESIGNED FOR EXAM SUCCESS

Certification Renewal

Renewal

Keep your certification up to date with CompTIA’s Continuing Education (CE) program. It’s designed to be a continued validation of your expertise and a tool to expand your skillset. It’s also the ace up your sleeve when you’re ready to take the next step in your career.

Get the most out of your certification

Information technology is an incredibly dynamic field, creating new opportunities and challenges every day. Participating in our Continuing Education (CE) program will enable you to stay current with new and evolving technologies and remain a sought-after IT and security expert.

The CompTIA Continuing Education programYour CompTIA PenTest+ certification is good for three years from the date of your exam. The CE program allows you to extend your certification in three-year intervals through activities and training that relate to the content of your certification.

It’s easy to renew

You can participate in a number of activities and training programs, including higher certifications, to renew your CompTIA PenTest+ certification. Collect at least 60 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) in three years and upload them to your certification account, and your CompTIA PenTest+ certification will automatically renew.

PenTest+ can be renewed

75

CEUs needed for renewal

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