Applied Technology Academy is proud to be the only training provider in the country offering the Advanced Evasion Techniques and Breaching Defenses (PEN-300) course in an Instructor-Led training format! This advanced course is designed to elevate your penetration testing skills, preparing you for the OffSec Experienced Penetration Tester (OSEP) certification. Go beyond the materials by learning attacks against modern endpoint protections such as EDR. Work with our advanced offensive cyber practitioners in this course, loaded with hands-on

Here is why you should consider enrolling in this course, the career opportunities it opens up, and some tips for acing the OSEP exam.

Why Take the PEN-300 Course with Applied Technology Academy?

1. Exclusive Access: As the only provider offering PEN-300 in an instructor-led format, Applied Technology Academy ensures you receive unique, high-quality training that is not available elsewhere.
2. Comprehensive Curriculum: The course covers advanced penetration testing techniques, including bypassing security defenses, crafting custom exploits, and performing sophisticated attacks against hardened targets.
3. Hands-On Learning: Gain practical experience through realistic lab environments and challenging exercises designed to simulate real-world attack scenarios.
4. Industry-Recognized Certification: Completing the PEN-300 course and passing the OSEP exam distinguishes you as an expert in advanced penetration testing, making you highly sought-after by employers.

Career Opportunities, Responsibilities, and Salaries

Earning the OSEP certification can open doors to various high-level cybersecurity roles, each offering competitive salaries:

1. Senior Penetration Tester
   • Responsibilities: Lead penetration testing teams, design and execute comprehensive security assessments, and guide remediation efforts.
   • Average Salary: $100,000 – $150,000 per year.
2. Red Team Operator
   • Responsibilities: Emulate real-world adversaries by conducting advanced penetration tests, identifying vulnerabilities, and providing actionable recommendations.
   • Average Salary: $95,000 – $158,000 per year.
3. Security Consultant
   • Responsibilities: Assess security risks, develop and implement effective security strategies, and ensure compliance with industry standards.
   • Average Salary: $90,000 – $140,000 per year.
4. Vulnerability Researcher
   • Responsibilities: Discover and analyze new vulnerabilities in software and systems, contribute to the security community, and help develop patches and mitigations.
   • Average Salary: $85,000 – $130,000 per year.
5. Security Engineer
   • Responsibilities: Design, implement, and maintain security solutions for networks, systems, and applications.
   • Average Salary: $99,000 – $159,000 per year.

Advice for the OSEP Exam

1. Understand the Exam Format: The OSEP exam is a rigorous, 48-hour practical assessment. You’ll need to demonstrate your ability to identify, exploit, and report on vulnerabilities within a live lab environment.
2. Hands-On Practice: Make the most of the virtual lab environment provided during the course. Practice extensively to become comfortable with the tools and techniques you’ll need during the exam.
3. Time Management: The exam is time-intensive, so plan your time wisely. Allocate sufficient time for each task and ensure you leave enough time to review your work.
4. Detailed Reporting: After completing the practical assessment, you’ll have an additional 24 hours to submit a well-structured report. Ensure your report is thorough and clearly documents your findings and actions.

ATA exclusive instructor-led topics include:

• EDR architecture with different telemetry sources and EDR components
• Overview of a user-land attacks
• Overview of kernel-mode telemetry sources
• Overview of kernel-level attacks
• Coverage of specialized tools used by our instructor team in their real-world engagements

Who Should Take the PEN-300 Course?

The PEN-300 course is ideal for:

• Experienced Penetration Testers: Those looking to advance their skills and tackle more sophisticated security challenges.
• Security Professionals: Individuals aiming to master advanced penetration testing methodologies and earn the OSEP certification.
• IT Professionals: Those with a solid understanding of operating systems, networking, and scripting who want to specialize in offensive security.

By enrolling in the PEN-300 Instructor-Led course with Applied Technology Academy, you’ll gain the skills and certification needed to excel in the cybersecurity field. Take the next step in your career and become a proactive defender against cyber threats. 

Join us Today! Check out the PEN-300 course schedule.