The C)PTE exam covers a broad base of Penetration Testing areas to ensure that applicants are able to effectively manage the Penetration Testing process.
The Penetration Testing Engineer certification exam covers the following categories:
Categories
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Percent of Test
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Technology
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30%
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Communications
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18%
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Critical Thinking
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40%
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Observations
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8%
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Workplace
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4%
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Technology:
*Â Computers and Electronics
*Â Engineering and Technology
*Â Programming
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Communications:
*Â Oral Comprehension
*Â Oral Expression
*Â Reading Comprehension
*Â Written Comprehension
*Â Writing
*Â English Language
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Observations:
*Â Problem Sensitivity
*Â Social Perceptiveness
*Â Visualization
Critical Thinking:
*Â Critical Thinking
*Â Deductive Reasoning
*Â Inductive Reasoning
*Â Judgement and Decision Making
*Â Complex Problem solving
*Â Coordination
*Â Information Ordering
*Â Systems Analysis
*Â Systems Evaluation
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Workplace:
*Â Customer and Personal Service
*Â Personnel and Human Resources
*Â Active Learning
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If you believe that you have the knowledge required to pass the certification exam you may purchase the Certification Exam. This will give you access to the online exam, a free exam prep guide, and free unlimited practice exams. The certification exam contains 100 multiple choice questions, and is a 2 hour, timed, and proctored exam.
After you purchase the exam combo the materials will be made available for 12 months in your Mile2.com account. If you do not already have a Mile2.com account, one will be established at the time of your purchase.
 If you believe that you have the knowledge required to pass the certification exam you may purchase the Certification Exam. This will give you access to the online exam, a free exam prep guide, and free unlimited practice exams. The certification exam contains 100 multiple choice questions, and is a 2 hour, timed, and proctored exam.
After you purchase the exam combo the materials will be made available for 12 months in your Mile2.com account. If you do not already have a Mile2.com account, one will be established at the time of your purchase.
Live Class Duration: 5 Days
Language: English
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Class Formats:
*Â Instructor-led
*Â Self-Study
*Â Live Virtual Training
CEUs:Â 40
Suggested Prior Knowledge:
* A minimum of 12 months’ experience in networking technologies
* Sound knowledge of TCP/IP
* Knowledge of Microsoft packages
* Network+, Microsoft, Security+
* Basic Knowledge of Linux is essential
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Applicable Exams:
*Â Mile2 C)PTE
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* Pen Testers
* Ethical Hackers
* Network Auditors
* Cybersecurity Professionals
* Vulnerability Assessors
* Cybersecurity Managers
* IS Managers
NO. You do not have to purchase a course to purchase a certification exam. Â
All of our courses can be taken independently. In order to help guide our students on their cybersecurity career journey we have developed the Mile2 Certification Roadmap.
This helpful resource maps specific courses to Role-based career tracks.
1. Go to mile2.com/my-account
2. Select the "Courses" tab
3. Choose the course name that matches the exam you want to take
4. In the course materials, scroll to the bottom of the page to find the certifiation exam.
5. See this helpful video:
What it is and how it is earned.Â
Annual Salary Potential
The holder of this certification and badge has passed the associated exam with a score of 70% or higher.
The exam covers the KSA’s provided in the NICE Framework Work Roles for Work Role ID: AN-TWA-001
Which includes, but is not limited to:Â
KNOWLEDGE
   Circuit Boards
   Processors
   Computer Hardware
   Computer Software
   Engineering Science
   Network Access Management
   Security Models
   Risk Management Process
   and more
SKILLS
   Conduct Vulnerability Scans
   Detect Host Based Intrusions
Perform Impact/Risk Assessments
Use of Penetration Testing Tools and Techniques
   and more
ABILITIES
The person who carries this certification should be able to assess a company’s security posture, perform in-depth penetration testing using a variety of assessment tools, and set up dynamic defenses to prevent intrusion. They will have a firm understanding of cryptography and various attacks and be able to execute the 5 key elements of a Penetration Test: Information Gathering, Scanning, Enumeration, Exploitaition and Reporting.Â
Mile2 Cybersecurity Certifications aims to ensure that the holder has a broad base of knowledge covering a large variety of Penetration Testing areas to ensure that they are able to effectively manage the Penetration Testing Process
The C)PTE is a part of the following role-based Progressions on the Mile2 Certification Roadmap.
NO. You do not have to purchase a course to purchase a certification exam. Â
All of our courses can be taken independently. In order to help guide our students on their cybersecurity career journey we have developed the Mile2 Certification Roadmap.
This helpful resource maps specific courses to Role-based career tracks.
1. Go to mile2.com/my-account
2. Select the "Courses" tab
3. Choose the course name that matches the exam you want to take
4. In the course materials, scroll to the bottom of the page to find the certifiation exam.
5. See this helpful video:
Mile2 Cybersecurity Certifications is a world-leader in providing accredited education, training, and certifications for INFOSEC professionals. We strive to deliver the best course ware, the strongest Cyber Range, and the most user-friendly exam system in the market.
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Our training courses follow our role-based Certification Roadmap. Plus, many of our classes include hands-on skill development in our Cyber Range. We train students in penetration testing,disaster recovery, incident handling, and network forensics. Additionally, our Information Assurance training certification meets military, government, private sector and institutional specifications. Â
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