5 Steps to start career in Penetration Testing (ethical hacking)
What is Penetration Testing
Pen Testing = Penetration Testing = Ethical Hacking
Security assessment method
Pen Tester tries to break into the system (unauthorized access) to check how secure is the system or app
Penetration testing is like the security professional breaking into your house with your permission
The goal of penetration testing is to find vulnerabilities in a system so that they can be fixed before they can be exploited by malicious actors (actual attacker)
1. Learn the basics of cybersecurity
Networking
OS
Web apps
Security concepts:
Risk Management
Threat Modelling
Vulnerability Assessment
2. Gain hands-on experience
Hacking Challenges
Bug Bounty Programs
Volunteer
Personal Projects
3. Get certified
OSCP - Offensive Security Certified Professional
CEH - Certified Ethical Hacker
CISSP - Certified Information Systems Security Professional
4. Network with other penetration testers
Join online and offline communities for penetration testers
5. Get a Job
Once you have the skills, experience, and certifications, you can start applying for penetration testing jobs
TIPS:
Be Passionate
Be a Lifelong Learner
Be Ethical
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