Ethical Hacking & Penetration Testing Training Course

Ethical Hacking & Penetration Testing Training Course

Intermediate | 5 days | Face to Face / Online | Certificate
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Course Overview

Course Summary
Course Title Ethical Hacking & Penetration Testing Training Course
Organization Tech For Development (T4D)
Venue Tech For Development (T4D) Training Centre
Duration 5 days
Target Industries
Target Job Roles
Course Fees (Face-to-Face) USD 1,500/KES 99,000 (Exclusive of VAT)
Course Fees (Virtual) USD 1,000/KES 70,000 (Exclusive of VAT)
Training Modes Virtual and face-to-face training
Payment Payment should be made to the Tech For Development (T4D) bank account on or before the start of the course
Accreditation Tech For Development Certificate of Course Completion

Course Overview

This training program is designed to equip cybersecurity professionals with the knowledge and practical skills required to perform ethical hacking and penetration testing on enterprise systems. The course provides a detailed understanding of attack methodologies, vulnerability assessment techniques, exploitation methods, and security reporting essential for strengthening organizational defenses.
Participants will gain hands-on experience in simulating cyberattacks, identifying system weaknesses, and producing actionable remediation reports aligned with industry best practices.

Course Duration

5 Days

Target Participants

• Penetration Testers
• Cybersecurity Analysts
• Security Engineers
• Network Administrators
• SOC Analysts
• IT Auditors
• Risk Management Officers
• ICT Security Consultants

Personal Impact

• Develop offensive security skills.
• Strengthen vulnerability assessment capabilities.
• Enhance understanding of attack techniques.
• Improve reporting and remediation skills.
• Build hands-on penetration testing experience.
• Increase employability in cybersecurity roles.

Organizational Impact

• Improved identification of system vulnerabilities.
• Reduced risk of cyberattacks.
• Strengthened security posture.
• Enhanced compliance with security standards.
• Better preparedness against real-world threats.
• Improved incident prevention strategies.

Course Objectives

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:
• Conduct ethical hacking assessments.
• Identify and exploit system vulnerabilities.
• Perform network and web application testing.
• Document and report security findings.
• Recommend effective remediation strategies.

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Course Modules

Course Modules

Module 1: Ethical Hacking Fundamentals

• Cyber kill chain methodology
• Hacking phases and lifecycle
• Legal and ethical considerations
• Attack surface analysis
• Case Study & Practical Application: Mapping attack vectors in a corporate network.

Module 2: Reconnaissance and Scanning Techniques

• Passive and active reconnaissance
• Network scanning tools
• Vulnerability identification
• Information gathering techniques
• Case Study & Practical Application: Performing reconnaissance on a target system.

Module 3: Exploitation Techniques

• System exploitation methods
• Privilege escalation
• Password attacks
• Malware-based exploitation
• Case Study & Practical Application: Exploiting a vulnerable test environment.

Module 4: Web Application Penetration Testing

• OWASP Top 10 vulnerabilities
• Injection attacks and XSS
• API security testing
• Authentication bypass techniques
• Case Study & Practical Application: Testing a web application for vulnerabilities.

Module 5: Reporting and Remediation

• Security reporting structure
• Risk prioritization
• Remediation strategies
• Compliance documentation
• Case Study & Practical Application: Preparing a penetration testing report for management.

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Course Administration

Methodology

Instructor-led sessions use a blended learning approach combining presentations, guided practical exercises, web-based tutorials, and group work, delivered by seasoned industry experts. All facilitation and course materials are in English, so participants should be reasonably proficient in the language.

Accreditation

Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued a Tech For Development Certificate of Course Completion

Training Venue

The training will be held at the Tech For Development Training Centre. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and lunch. All participants will additionally cater to their travel expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.

Accommodation & Airport Transfer

Arranged upon request.For reservations contact the Training Officer:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (+254) 790 824 179

Tailor-Made

This training can also be customized to suit the needs of your institution upon request. You can have it delivered in our T4D Training Centre or at a convenient location.

Payment

Payment should be transferred to the T4D account through a bank on or before the start of the course. Send proof of payment to [email protected].

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