Offensive Security Learning Path
An Offensive Security course teaches the techniques and methodologies used by ethical hackers to simulate cyberattacks and identify vulnerabilities in systems. It covers penetration testing, network exploitation, and red team operations to proactively assess security weaknesses. The course also emphasizes hands-on labs and real-world scenarios to develop practical skills in offensive security and defense.
Introduction to Cybersecurity & Ethical Hacking
Linux and Windows Basics for Hackers
Networking and Protocols for Offensive Security
Fundamentals of Penetration Testing
Web Application Security & Exploitation
Wireless and Network Penetration Testing
Tool-Specific Tracks
Kali Linux & Metasploit Framework
Advanced Exploitation with Metasploit
Certification Path:

eJPT (Junior Penetration Tester Certification)

Metasploit Pro Certified Specialist
Burp Suite for Web Penetration Testing
SQL Injection & Database Exploitation
Certification Path

Burp Suite Certified Practitioner

Offensive Web Exploitation (WEB-200/OSWE)
Red Team Fundamentals
Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) Simulation
Certification Path

Certified Red Team Professional (CRTE)

Certified Red Team Expert (CRTE)

Offensive Security Certified Expert (OSCE)
Exploit Development & Advanced Offensive Security
Advanced Windows & Linux Exploit Development
Advanced Threat Simulation & Social Engineering
Full-Scope Adversary Emulation
Certification Path

Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP)

Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) Master

GIAC Penetration Tester (GPEN)

Certified Penetration Testing Expert
Hours Per Day
≈ 7-8 Months
≈ 6 Months
≈ 5 Months
System Administrator
$89,000 /year
What day-to-day looks like
- System Monitoring and Maintenance
- Design and Development
- OS and Application Installation, Configuration, and Testing
- Performance Monitoring
- System Automation
- Technical Support
- Security and Backup
- Continuous Improvement
- Collaboration and Coordination
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FAQs
1. What is Offensive Security?
Offensive security focuses on ethical hacking, penetration testing, and red teaming.
2. Who should take this learning path?
- Ethical hackers, penetration testers, and red teamers.
- Security professionals who want to learn attack techniques.
3. What will I learn?
- Penetration testing, vulnerability assessment, and exploitation techniques.
- Red teaming strategies and social engineering.
4. What are the prerequisites?
Basic cybersecurity and networking knowledge.
5. What certifications can I pursue?
- Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP)
- Certified Red Team Professional (CRTP)
- GIAC Penetration Tester (GPEN)
6. What career opportunities are available?
- Penetration Tester
- Red Team Operator
- Cybersecurity Consultant