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Pen Testing Courses

Pen testing courses can help you learn vulnerability assessment, network security, and ethical hacking techniques. You can build skills in penetration testing methodologies, risk analysis, and incident response strategies. Many courses introduce tools like Metasploit, Wireshark, and Burp Suite, that support identifying and exploiting security weaknesses in systems and applications. By engaging with these tools, you can practice practical work that enhance your ability to secure networks and protect sensitive data.


Popular Pen Testing Courses and Certifications


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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Software Architecture Patterns for Big Data

    Skills you'll gain: Performance Testing, Scalability, Data Architecture, Software Architecture, Distributed Computing, Predictive Modeling, Microservices, Big Data, Database Architecture and Administration, Test Case, Software Engineering, Application Performance Management, Data Store

    Build toward a degree

    3.6
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    30 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Certified Kubernetes Security Specialist (CKS) Course

    Skills you'll gain: Kubernetes, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), DevSecOps, Infrastructure Security, Application Security, Hardening, Cloud Security, Network Security, Containerization, Security Testing, Security Controls, Docker (Software), Cyber Security Policies, Secure Coding, Identity and Access Management, Threat Detection, Encryption, Authentications, Verification And Validation

    Advanced · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Google Cloud

    Preparing for the Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect Exam 日本語版

    Skills you'll gain: Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Computing Architecture, Technical Design, System Design and Implementation, Cloud Computing, Cloud Security, Solution Architecture, Data Migration, Cloud Infrastructure, Enterprise Architecture, Solution Design, Virtual Machines, Identity and Access Management

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    36 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    LearnQuest

    Advanced Threat Hunting and Incident Response

    Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Cyber Threat Hunting, Computer Security Incident Management, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Threat Detection, Threat Management, Security Management, Cybersecurity, Continuous Monitoring, Scenario Testing, Network Security, Technical Communication

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    40 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    L&T EduTech

    Construction of Precast System

    Skills you'll gain: Shop Drawing, Architectural Drawing, Construction Inspection, Structural Engineering, Structural Analysis, Building Design, Construction, Manufacturing Processes, Construction Management, Construction Engineering, Engineering Practices, Building Codes, Engineering Tolerance, Product Testing, Engineering Calculations

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Board Infinity

    Mastering Reviews and Test Automation: Techniques & Tools

    Skills you'll gain: Test Tools, Test Automation, Test Planning, Scripting, Continuous Integration, CI/CD, Software Testing, Regression Testing, Software Technical Review, Test Case, Code Review, Continuous Delivery, Maintainability

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    6 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Applications of Software Architecture for Big Data

    Skills you'll gain: Data Architecture, Web Applications, Cloud Applications, Software Architecture, Software Engineering, Functional Requirement, Databases, Distributed Computing, Application Deployment, Application Development, Software Testing, System Design and Implementation, Middleware, Big Data, Scalability, Prototyping, CI/CD, Restful API, System Monitoring, Data Analysis

    Build toward a degree

    3.5
    Rating, 3.5 out of 5 stars
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    19 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    Product Management: Capstone Project

    Skills you'll gain: Usability Testing, Product Lifecycle Management, Product Management, Product Testing, Product Roadmaps, Agile Product Development, Product Development, New Product Development, Portfolio Management, Market Analysis, Product Requirements, Business Strategy, Demand Generation, Product Strategy, Market Intelligence, Marketing Planning

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    80 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google Cloud

    Deploying a Fault-Tolerant Microsoft Active Directory Environment

    Skills you'll gain: Active Directory, Windows Servers, Firewall, Google Cloud Platform, Virtual Machines, Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), Network Planning And Design, Cloud Computing Architecture, System Testing, Network Security, SQL

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    Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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    6 reviews

    Advanced · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    IBM

    AI Workflow: AI in Production

    Skills you'll gain: Application Deployment, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Unit Testing, Docker (Software), Containerization, Kubernetes, IBM Cloud, Continuous Deployment, Microservices, User Feedback, Machine Learning, Performance Analysis, Responsible AI, Business Metrics, Natural Language Processing, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Continuous Monitoring, Data Science, Python Programming

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    54 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Board Infinity

    ABAP RESTful Programming Model (RAP) and Extensions

    Skills you'll gain: Business Logic, SAP Applications, Unit Testing, Restful API, Application Deployment, Full-Stack Web Development, Application Development, Software Architecture, Data Modeling, Software Development Methodologies, User Interface (UI), Development Environment, Data Validation

    2.3
    Rating, 2.3 out of 5 stars
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    6 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Selenium WebDriver Advanced - Complete Framework

    Skills you'll gain: Selenium (Software), Git (Version Control System), GitHub, Jenkins, Continuous Integration, Test Automation, CI/CD, Test Data, Software Testing, Unit Testing, IntelliJ IDEA, Test Case, Development Environment, Application Frameworks, Apache Maven, Verification And Validation, Maintainability, Debugging

    Advanced · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular pen testing courses

  • Software Architecture Patterns for Big Data: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Certified Kubernetes Security Specialist (CKS) Course: Packt
  • Preparing for the Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect Exam 日本語版: Google Cloud
  • Advanced Threat Hunting and Incident Response: LearnQuest
  • Construction of Precast System: L&T EduTech
  • Mastering Reviews and Test Automation: Techniques & Tools: Board Infinity
  • Applications of Software Architecture for Big Data: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Product Management: Capstone Project: IBM
  • Deploying a Fault-Tolerant Microsoft Active Directory Environment: Google Cloud
  • AI Workflow: AI in Production: IBM

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