Ethical Hacker

R3 328.50

To master the hacking technologies, you will need to become one, but an ethical one! This course provides the advanced hacking tools and techniques used by hackers and information security professionals alike to break into an organisation’s systems.

Online books Digital learning
Clock Start anytime
Study duration (Months)
Computer Skillsoft LMS access
Teacher and student Online Skillsoft mentor
Certificate Certified by Optimi College

Course code: C01060

 

This course is aimed at:

Candidates who want to demonstrate their skills and knowledge in the field of cybersecurity and threat detection.

 

Modules and topics covered:

Ethical Hacker 

Cybersecurity Concepts, Attacks, and Information Warfare
Cyber Kill Chain, TTPs, Behaviors, and Threat Hunting
Risk Management, Cyber Threat Intelligence, and Threat Modeling
Incident Management, ML, AI, and Regulations
Hacking Methodology, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, and Diamond Model
Footprinting, Google Dorks, Search Engines, and Subdomains
Recon Tools and Tactics
Footprinting and Social Engineering Recon and Countermeasures
Network Scanning, TCP, Host Discovery, and Port/Service Scanning
Nmap TCP Scans
Nmap IDLE IPID, UDP, and SCTP Scans
Scan Optimization, OS Identification, and IDS/Firewall Evasion
NetBIOS, SMB, SNMP, and LDAP Enumeration
NTP, NFS, SMTP, and FTP Enumeration
Vulnerability Assessment, Management, and Classification
Vulnerability Assessment Types, Models, Tools, and Reports
Windows Authentication
Passwords Attacks, Extraction, and Cracking
Buffer Overflows, Privilege Escalation, and System Access
Steganography and Avoiding Detection
AD Enumeration, Mimikatz, and Pivoting Techniques
Malware, Threats, Trojans, and Viruses
Fileless Malware, Malware Analysis, and Countermeasures
Sniffing and Poisoning
Social Engineering, Insider Threats, and Identity Theft
DoS, DDoS, Volumetric, and Protocol Attacks
App Layer Attacks, Botnets, and DoS Countermeasures
Hijacking Concepts and Countermeasures
Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Firewalls, and Honeypots
Web Server Hacking, Attacks, and Attack Methodologies
Web Application Attacks and Vulnerabilities
Web App Hacking Methodology, CSRF Attacks, and Input Filter Evasion
IDOR Attacks, File Inclusion Attacks, Web APIs, and Webhooks
SQL Injection Concepts and Attacks
SQL Injection and SQLMap
Wireless Concepts, Threats, and Hacking Tools
Wireless Hacking and Countermeasures
Mobile Hacking, OS Security, and Device Management
IoT Threats, Vulnerabilities, Attack Tools, and Countermeasures
Operational Technology Concepts, Attack Tools, and Countermeasures
Cloud Computing, Containers, Hacking, and Security Controls
Cryptography, Algorithms, Implementations, and Tools
PKI, Cryptanalysis, and Attack Countermeasures

Academic grade: No minimum school pass requirements, but candidates need at least two years of experience in information security.

Language: Proficiency in English (course material and support only available in English).

Expertise level: Intermediate

Equipment: Access to a PC or laptop with a reliable internet connection.

Effort: Self-paced learning online.

Course type: Industry endorsed

Certification: Certificate confirming course completion.

Certification issued by: Optimi College

Assessment information:

  • Online assessments via the Skillsoft Learner Management System.
  • At the end of the course, students can request a certificate of course completion.
  • Students who then opt to proceed with the external industry exam(s) are directed to the relevant vendor.

 

Exam information:

  • External industry exam: Ethical Hacker
  • Exam format: Multiple choice questions
  • Duration: 4 hours (240 minutes)
  • Number of questions: 125
  • Passing score: 70%
  • Delivery method: Pearson VUE testing centre or online proctored exam.
  • Exam fees: Not included in the course fee.

Course fee: R3 328.50

Deposit: R1 667.40

Monthly instalment: R553.70

Payment duration: 3 months

Study duration: We recommend a total of 30 hours of study, e.g. study 1 hour per day and complete your course in 1 month.

Skillsoft course access: 12 months

Dedicated support team

We understand that students may require guidance and support to navigate the learning journey, and our Client Services team is always ready to assist them in every possible way. Our team is readily available during office hours and can be contacted via email, phone, WhatsApp and social media.

Exam booking assistance

Depending on your chosen course you will either receive advice or assistance in booking certain exams yourself, or our exam team will make a booking on your behalf. Our team will advise you on the venue closest to you, assist with booking a seat, and confirm the time, date and logistics for your exam sitting. Optimi College also offers discounted exam vouchers for numerous IT certification exams.

Skillsoft Learner Management System (LMS) access

Skillsoft is an online learning management system that offers all students enrolled for any of our IT Academy courses compelling content, interactive videos, quizzes, mentoring and practical simulations/virtual labs. The platform allows students to learn at their own pace.

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