Course spotlight — CREST Registered Penetration Tester (CRT)

Established in the UK in 2006 and 2015 internationally, CREST is a global community of Cyber Security businesses and professionals working to keep our information safe in the digital world. CREST serves over 400 member companies worldwide and has links to governments and Cyber Security regulators in every global region.

One of their most sought-after certifications is the CREST Registered Penetration Tester (CRT). Could this course help you meet your goals? Should you attempt it?

Let's take a closer look.

What is CREST CRT?

CREST's Registered Penetration Tester (CRT) is an intermediate-level certification that helps you refine your Pen Test skills using realistic threat techniques. The course takes you through the tools and frameworks that hackers use, carrying out attack and defense operations, detecting and assessing vulnerabilities, and more.

Who is CRT for?

CRT was designed for intermediate-level Cyber Security professionals who wish to consolidate their knowledge of Ethical Hacking and Security Testing—Cyber Security Specialists, Vulnerability Assessors, Penetration Testers, Consultants, and professionals in similar roles would greatly benefit from this course.

Due to the level of this course, before attending, you should have experience in conducting vulnerability assessments of Windows and Linux, as well as Networking, TCP, and Ethical Hacking; also, you should have achieved the CREST Practitioner Security Analyst (CPSA) certification.

You cannot sit the CRT exam without a valid CPSA, but you can still attend the training.

How long does CRT take?

At Firebrand, we specialise in accelerated courses. CREST CRT takes only 4 days.

Where is the course delivered?

You can take this course at our distraction-free training facilities (accommodations & meals included) or online, through live instructor-led training. Regardless of which study mode you choose, you will be trained using our time-tested Lecture | Lab | Review method that helps you understand and retain information faster.

What will you learn?

The course syllabus is comprised of the 8 CRT Modules:

• Core Technical Skills
• Background Information Gathering & Open Source
• Networking Equipment
• Microsoft Windows Security Assessment
• Unix Security Assessment
• Web Technologies
• Web Testing Techniques
• Databases

Does this course include an exam?

Yes. At Firebrand, exam vouchers are included in course fees and covered by our Certification Guarantee. Upon completing this course, you will receive the voucher for the official CREST Registered Penetration Tester (CRT) exam so you can schedule it at your convenience.

Interested?

See the full course spec and register.

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