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Information and Cyber Security GRC: Commission and Manage Penetration Tests

Penetration testing is a proven tool in the fight against those who want to attack us. This course will teach you the steps to prepare for and what to expect during the pentest to make the most effective use of time and money.

Intermediate
1h 11m
(4)

Created by Mike Woolard

Last Updated Sep 25, 2023

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Information and Cyber Security GRC: Commission and Manage Penetration Tests

Penetration testing is a proven tool in the fight against those who want to attack us. This course will teach you the steps to prepare for and what to expect during the pentest to make the most effective use of time and money.

Intermediate
1h 11m
(4)

Created by Mike Woolard

Last Updated Sep 25, 2023

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What you'll learn

Having a third party test your controls and try to poke a hole into your network is only as effective as you make it. In this course, Information and Cyber Security GRC: Commission and Manage Penetration Tests, you’ll learn to prepare your organization and conduct an effective and productive pen test. First, you’ll explore pre-engagement activities to prepare the organization. Next, you’ll discover activities to further benefit from an ongoing engagement. Finally, you’ll learn how to ready resources and use the results of the test to your organizations benefit. When you’re finished with this course, you’ll have the skills and knowledge of commissioning and managing a penetration test needed to effectively further your security posture and strengthen your systems and networks.

Information and Cyber Security GRC: Commission and Manage Penetration Tests
Intermediate
1h 11m
(4)
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Mike Woolard - Pluralsight course - Information and Cyber Security GRC: Commission and Manage Penetration Tests
Mike Woolard
19 courses 4.5 author rating 306 ratings

Mike is an information security manager who has worked in the IT field for 17+ years. The focus of Mike's career now centers on pentesting and risk assessments. An active member in the infosec community and attends or speaks at various conferences.

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