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Ethical Hacker
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Advance Your
Ethical Hacker
Career
What is an Ethical Hacker, and what do they do?
An Ethical Hacker offers the first line of defense to protect organizations from cyberattacks. They work with “offensive” strategies to identify possible vulnerabilities within organizations’ networks and systems, oftentimes offering re-testing to ensure the vulnerabilities are fixed.
Where Can You Work?
Ethical Hackers are employed across a wide range of industries, large and small. They can work for businesses, corporations, the government, computer and software engineering companies, the finance sector and consulting firms.
Requirements
High School Diploma or GED
Web browser with internet connection
Course registration & payment
CompTIA Security+, Network+, or equivalent experience is required
Minimum of 3-4 years of hands-on information security or related experience is required
Training Materials Provided
Expert-led video based training
Textbook: PenTest+ All in One
Competency assessments
National Certification exam fee
Ethical Hacker
Outcomes
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment in computer and information technology occupations is projected to grow by 15% from 2021 to 2031. This equates to about 418,500 new jobs per year from both projected growth and replacement needs.
Skills Learned
Upon completion of this training, you’ll be able to:
- Perform a vulnerability scan and analyze the scan results
- Analyze tool output or data related to a penetration test
- Conduct information gathering using appropriate techniques
- Recommend mitigation strategies for discovered vulnerabilities
- Exploit wireless and RF-based vulnerabilities, application-based vulnerabilities and local host vulnerabilities
Courses - 3 Weeks
CompTIA PenTest+ |
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Ethical Hacker Job Possibilities
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Incident Analyst/Responder
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Cyber Security Analyst
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Penetration Tester/Vulnerability Analyst
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Certification Information
Upon completing your training, you’ll be qualified to earn the CompTIA PenTest+.
PenTest+
CompTIA PenTest+
The CompTIA PenTest+ certification helps cybersecurity professionals illustrate their skills in penetration testing and network vulnerability management. Those who earn this certificate are bound to advance their cybersecurity career opportunities.
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Payment Options
Pay in full using any major credit card, PayPal, or Venmo. Select “credit card” as your payment option.
Apply for PayPal Credit and pay zero interest if your balance is paid in full within 6-months. Complete a quick application and you’ll receive a credit decision within seconds.
Program Comparison
University of Mount Saint Vincent | Community College | |
|---|---|---|
Program & Tuition Cost | $4,000 average | Up to $20,000 |
Exam Fees, Books & Materials | Included | Up to $750 |
Job Ready In | 3-6 months | 24–48 months |
Schedule Flexibility | On-demand 24/7 | Set class schedule |
Travel Requirements | None: 100% online | On-campus classrooms |
Student Support | Personal Advisors: text, call and email access | Professors: scheduled office hours |
Career Coaching | Exam-tailor + soft-skill training to build well-rounded careers | Exam-based + prerequisites and electives to meet credit |
Content Delivery | 3D animations, immersive environments, interactive activities, game-based learning | Professor lectures |
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FAQ
You will complete the courses in this program over 6 weeks, making students job-ready in as little as less than a month. The program is flexible, allowing for assignments to be completed anytime, from anywhere, 24/7.
No, these courses do not count for college credit.
Yes, our training program is fully online and asynchronous.
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The University of Mount Saint Vincent has a long history of academic excellence, dating back to its founding by the Sisters of Charity of New York in 1847. Although many decades have passed, one thing has remained constant throughout the years: the University’s unwavering commitment to serving each and every student who walks (virtually or physically) through our campus gates.