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Exam code: CKLPT-E019Course number: CertCopCKLPT19
CertCop – Kali Linux PenTester
Designed for IT and cybersecurity professionals who are new to Kali Linux. This extensively hands-on program uses task-focused activities and lab-based knowledge checks for maximum skill transfer, building on a GUI environment while introducing the command-line foundation for a full-time pen testing career.
Why join this program
Learn penetration testing the hands-on way
01
Master Industry-Standard Tools
Get hands-on with Nmap, Metasploit, Burp Suite, and Hashcat to perform penetration testing, vulnerability assessments, and exploitation across networks, web applications, and systems.
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Specialize in Kali Linux
Learn the purpose-built security distribution, from setup and configuration to information gathering, wireless attacks, and digital forensics. It sets you apart in ethical hacking and security auditing.
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Open Doors to In-Demand Careers
Training tailored to Security Analyst, Penetration Tester, Forensic Investigator, and System Administrator roles in organizations that need robust defenses against cyber threats.
Program overview
Advanced pen testing on the Kali Linux platform
The CertCop – Kali Linux PenTester program equips cybersecurity professionals with the skills to perform advanced penetration testing using Kali Linux. The certification validates expertise in ethical hacking, vulnerability assessment, and exploitation techniques essential for securing modern IT infrastructures.
Participants gain hands-on experience identifying and exploiting vulnerabilities in networks, systems, and applications. The program covers reconnaissance, scanning, enumeration, exploitation, and post-exploitation, plus best practices in ethical hacking and reporting, so you can deliver actionable insights that strengthen security.
Ideal for aspiring ethical hackers, penetration testers, and cybersecurity professionals building a career in offensive security.
Key features
In-Depth Kali Linux Mastery
A comprehensive introduction to Kali Linux, including its history, installation, configuration, and policies, tailored for penetration testing and security auditing.
Hands-On Tool Proficiency
Practice with Nmap, Metasploit, Burp Suite, SQLMap, and Hashcat for scanning, exploitation, and assessment.
Linux Fundamentals
File system navigation, command-line usage, and software installation build a strong technical base.
Vulnerability Assessment
Find and analyze flaws with Nikto, OpenVAS, and WpScan, covering the OWASP Top 10 and more.
Web Application Exploitation
Test SQL injection, cross-site scripting, and directory traversal with Metasploit and SQLMap.
Password and Wireless Attacks
Crack passwords with John the Ripper and Hydra, and learn wireless attacks such as WEP cracking and Evil Twin setups to strengthen your offensive security skills.
Digital Forensics
Use Autopsy and Android Debug Bridge (ADB) for disk imaging, data recovery, and investigation.
Real-World Scenario Practice
Virtual labs and simulated scenarios in safe, controlled testbed environments.
Network Security and Configuration
Configure networks, manage firewalls such as iptables, and implement intrusion detection systems (IDS) to secure Linux environments.
Learning path
Five domains, 14 chapters
Each domain shows its share of the exam, so you know where to spend your study time.
Domain 1
Kali Linux Fundamentals & Configuration
20%
- Chapter 1 – Kali Linux Intro
- Chapter 2 – Linux Fundamentals
- Chapter 3 – Configuring Kali Linux
- Chapter 4 – Monitoring and Managing Linux Processes
Domain 2
Linux Administration & Environment Management
15%
- Chapter 5 – Package Management & Other Repositories
- Chapter 6 – Installing LAMP on Kali Linux
- Chapter 7 – Additional Kali Linux Updates
Domain 3
Information Gathering & Vulnerability Assessment
20%
- Chapter 8 – Information Gathering
- Chapter 9 – Vulnerability Assessment
Domain 4
Exploitation & Offensive Security Techniques
35%
- Chapter 10 – Web Application Exploitation
- Chapter 11 – Exploiting Windows / Linux / OSx
- Chapter 12 – Password Attacks
- Chapter 13 – Wireless Attacks
Domain 5
Digital Forensics & Investigation
10%
- Chapter 14 – Forensics
What skills will you learn?
Skills you can use on day one
Kali Linux Setup and Configuration
Install, configure, and customize Kali for pen testing, including networking, user management, and services like SSH and Apache.
Linux System Administration
Navigate file systems, run core commands, and install software with APT and dpkg.
Network Security Management
Configure firewalls such as iptables, monitor processes, and deploy IDS to detect and prevent threats.
Information Gathering
Collect intelligence with Nmap, Recon-ng, Maltego, and theHarvester to identify targets, IP ranges, and domains ethically.
Vulnerability Assessment
Assess systems and web apps with Nikto, OpenVAS, WpScan, and Burp Suite, focusing on the OWASP Top 10.
Web Application Exploitation
Test for SQL injection, XSS, and directory listing using Metasploit, SQLMap, and Netcat.
Password Cracking Techniques
Use Hashcat, John the Ripper, and Hydra, and understand countermeasures like Fail2Ban.
Wireless Network Penetration
Perform WEP cracking and Evil Twin attacks while learning to secure WLANs against them.
Digital Forensics
Image disks, recover data, and analyze evidence with Autopsy and ADB in a Linux environment.
Cross-Platform Exploitation
Exploit Windows, Linux, and macOS using Meterpreter, ARP poisoning, and phishing techniques.
Careers
Jobs You Can Land With Kali Linux PenTester
Penetration TesterRuns security assessments and ethical hacking on networks, systems, and applications.
Cybersecurity AnalystMonitors and defends systems, using Kali skills for vulnerability scanning and incident detection.
Security EngineerDesigns secure network architectures with firewalls, IDS, and system hardening.
Forensic InvestigatorCollects, analyzes, and preserves digital evidence with tools like Autopsy and ADB.
Network Security SpecialistSecures network infrastructure, wireless security, and services against attacks like ARP poisoning.
Web Application Security TesterTests and secures web apps against flaws like SQL injection and XSS.
Incident Response AnalystResponds to breaches with real-time analysis, containment, and recovery.
IT Security ConsultantAdvises organizations on best practices, drawing on pen testing and assessment expertise.
Systems Administrator (Security Focus)Manages and secures Linux systems through user management, packages, and services.
Ethical Hacking SpecialistPerforms authorized hacking to uncover weaknesses in systems, networks, and applications.
Exam details
Know the exam before you sit it
Course nameCertCop – Kali Linux PenTester
Course numberCertCopCKLPT19
Required examCKLPT-E019
Number of questionsMaximum of 100 questions
Type of questionsMultiple-choice and Scenario-based
Length of test180 Minutes
Passing score70% – This test has no scaled score; it’s pass/fail only.
RetirementUsually three years after launch
LanguagesEnglish
FAQs
Common questions
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What are the prerequisites for the certification?
- This course requires a basic familiarity with TCP/IP and operating system principles.
- It’s a plus if you’re familiar with the Linux command line, network security monitoring, and SIEM technologies. Some fundamental security concepts are expected at this level.
- Basic to intermediate level of Linux skills are highly recommended.
- Candidates who are not proficient in Linux should try to learn basic Linux skills in order to get the most out of this course.
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