Pentest Path: Foundation to Expert
Duration: 60 Hours |
Mode: Instructor-Led Live Online |
Format: Hands-On, Case Study Driven
Includes: Wiseman CyberLabs Subscription, Case Studies, Practice Questions & Resources
Course Overview
Wiseman CyberSec presents an advanced-level training program built to equip students, professionals, and offensive security aspirants with the practical skills and tactical mindset required for professional penetration testing. The course offers deep technical insight, hands-on simulations, and real-world scenarios using Wiseman CyberLabs – our exclusive browser-based lab environment.
Over 60 hours of live, instructor-led sessions, participants will master the art of ethical hacking and penetration testing through interactive labs, tool demonstrations, and simulated assessments, preparing them for both red team operations and industry certifications.
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Course Structure
Module 1: Introduction
- Welcome & Program Orientation
- Curriculum Walkthrough & Learning Outcomes
- Cybersecurity Concepts Primer
- Prerequisites & Getting Started
- Lab Environment Setup (VMs, Kali Linux, target systems)
Module 2: Core Concepts & Methodologies
- Penetration Testing Frameworks: PTES, OWASP, NIST, MITRE ATT&CK
- Ethical Hacking Fundamentals
- Legal, Regulatory, and Compliance Considerations
Module 3: Reconnaissance and Intelligence Gathering
- Passive Reconnaissance (OSINT, WHOIS, DNS)
- Active Reconnaissance (Nmap, Enum4linux, Netcat, etc.)
Module 4: Vulnerability Assessment
- Identifying System and Application Vulnerabilities
- Using Scanners: OpenVAS, Nessus, Nikto, etc.
- Interpreting & Prioritizing Results
Module 5: Exploitation Techniques
- Automated Exploits with Metasploit
- Manual Exploitation Techniques
- Writing/Adapting Custom Exploits
- Basics of C2 Infrastructure
Module 6: Post-Exploitation & Privilege Escalation
- Establishing Persistence
- Privilege Escalation on Linux and Windows
- Clearing Logs, Avoiding Detection
Module 7: Web Application Pentesting
- OWASP Top 10 Coverage (XSS, SQLi, CSRF, etc.)
- Web App Tools: Burp Suite, ZAP, Dirb, Gobuster
- Authentication & Session Hijacking
Module 8: Wireless & Network Pentesting
- WiFi Security Protocols & Weaknesses
- Tools: Aircrack-ng, Wireshark, Bettercap
- Attacks: Evil Twin, De-auth, Packet Injection
Module 9: Social Engineering & Physical Security
- Crafting & Executing Phishing Campaigns
- Physical Access Scenarios (Tailgating, Intrusions)
- Security Checklist Development
Module 10: Cloud Security & Pentesting
- Understanding Cloud Environments (AWS, Azure, GCP)
- Identifying Common Misconfigurations
- Tools: ScoutSuite, CloudSploit, Pacu
Module 11: Bug Bounty Hunting
- Working on Platforms like HackerOne, Bugcrowd
- Recon Automation (Amass, Subfinder, etc.)
- Real-Life Reporting Templates
- Group Bug Bounty Engagement Projects
Module 12: Live Client Pentesting Sessions
- Scoping & Engagement Planning
- Participating in Simulated Live Tests
- Debriefing & Internal Reporting Standards
Module 13: Reporting & Remediation
- Crafting Effective Technical Reports
- Communicating with Stakeholders
- Suggesting Practical Remediation Strategies
Module 14: Extended Resources & Practice
- Cheat Sheets & Quick Reference Guides
- Tool Usage Manuals & Setup Docs
- Extended Reading & Career Path Advice
- Wiseman CyberLabs Access: Self-paced labs for independent practice
- Case Studies & Practice Questions: Included for real-world scenario immersion
Hands-On Practice via Wiseman CyberLabs
Every enrolled participant will receive full access to Wiseman CyberLabs—a secure, cloud-based lab portal providing:
Who Should Attend?
Lead penetration testing globally:
• Web, Mobile, API, Cloud & Red Teaming
Seats limited—don’t miss this!
Includes: Pentest methodology toolkit for early registrants
Frequently
Asked Questions
Beginners to intermediate learners who want a structured path into penetration testing/red teaming—students, freshers, IT/network admins, SOC analysts, QA/Dev folks, and security enthusiasts aiming for hands-on offensive security roles.
Basic computer/networking familiarity helps, but it’s not mandatory. We start with fundamentals and ramp up to advanced exploitation. If you know basic Linux/Windows commands and TCP/IP, you’re good.
Kali Linux, Burp Suite, OWASP ZAP, Nmap, Nikto, Dirbuster/Gobuster, Metasploit, SQLMap, John/Hashcat, BloodHound/SharpHound, Impacket, Responder, CrackMapExec, PowerShell, Python basics, and custom scripts. We also discuss common exploit frameworks and public PoCs responsibly.
Yes—content prepares you for popular cert paths like eJPT, PNPT, OSCP (foundational prep), and CEH (practical). We provide a study map and practice guidance, but exam vouchers are not included unless specified for your batch.
Live, instructor-led sessions with guided labs, challenges, and capstone projects. Every module has practice tasks and review. Recordings are provided for enrolled learners.
Total learning time is typically ~60 hours (can be adjusted per batch). Sessions are scheduled on weekday evenings or weekends; final calendar is shared post-enrolment.
Yes—curated labs and CTF-style challenges are provided. You’ll also learn how to set up safe local labs using pre-built VMs and intentionally vulnerable targets.
Yes—Wiseman CyberSec Certificate of Completion for learners who finish labs and the capstone. This is separate from any external certification exams.
