comptia pentest+

CompTIA PenTest+ (PT0-002) Certification

Become a Certified Ethical Hacking Professional

The Hands-On Penetration Testing Certification

The CompTIA PenTest+ validates your skills in planning, scoping, and executing penetration tests across hybrid environments. Recognized as the most practical, performance-based cybersecurity certification for offensive security roles.

Why Choose PenTest+?

? Offensive Focus: Only entry-level cert requiring hands-on hacking skills
? DoD Approved: Meets 8570 IAT Level II and III requirements
? Salary Boost: 85K−85K−125K for certified professionals
? Vendor-Neutral: Covers multiple platforms/tools (Kali Linux, Metasploit, Burp Suite)

2024 Exam Overview (PT0-002)

5 Key Domains Tested

1. Planning & Scoping (14%)

• Compliance-based assessments (PCI DSS, GDPR)

• Rules of engagement documentation

2. Information Gathering (22%)

• Passive/active reconnaissance

• Vulnerability scanning (Nessus, OpenVAS)

3. Attacks & Exploits (30%)

• Privilege escalation (Windows/Linux)

• Web app attacks (SQLi, XSS, CSRF)

• Wireless/PoC exploits

4. Reporting (18%)

• Executive vs. technical reports

• Risk scoring (CVSS, DREAD)

5. Tools & Code Analysis (16%)

• Python/Bash scripting for automation

• Interpreting exploit code

Who Should Get Certified?

? Security Analysts transitioning to offensive roles
? Network Engineers adding pentesting skills
? Ethical Hackers seeking formal validation
? IT Professionals pursuing red team positions
? Military/Veterans meeting DoD cyber roles

2024 Exam Updates

• Expanded cloud/container testing (AWS, Docker, Kubernetes)
• New OT/IoT attack scenarios
• Enhanced social engineering simulations
• Updated purple teaming concepts

Preparation Pathways

1. Self-Study ($500)

• Official Study Guide + Practice Tests

• Hack The Box/TryHackMe labs

2. Bootcamp ($2,495)

• 5-Day Immersive with Live Range

• Exam Voucher Included

3. Academic Option

• College cybersecurity programs

"PenTest+ helped me land a junior pentester role despite no prior professional experience."
— Tyler S., Security Consultant