About Course
Gain the Real-World Experience Employers Demand: Master the Business of Penetration Testing
“The Business Focused Penetration Testing Professional” (BF-PTP) from Oxford Systems Academy is not just another cybersecurity course – it’s an immersive, hands-on program designed to make you a job-ready penetration tester, with a specific focus on professional business skills for the UK and USA markets. We bridge the gap between technical skills and the practical realities of performing penetration tests for real clients.
The Problem: Many aspiring penetration testers struggle to gain the practical experience employers seek. Traditional courses often fall short of simulating the full pentest lifecycle, leaving a critical gap in your skillset.
Our Solution: BF-PTP throws you into a realistic, end-to-end penetration testing engagement, where you are in the driver’s seat. Under the guidance of our expert cybersecurity professionals (acting as your “clients”), you’ll experience every stage of a professional pentest:
- Master Client Communication: Learn to professionally contact, meet, and greet clients, setting the stage for a successful engagement.
- Scope and Plan Like a Pro: Translate client needs into a clearly defined scope of work, demonstrating a strong understanding of business objectives.
- Execute with Confidence: Conduct a live penetration test against a tailored environment, applying your technical skills in a realistic scenario.
- Craft High-Impact Reports: Develop professional, business-focused penetration testing reports that meet the standards of the UK and USA markets, clearly communicating risks and recommendations.
- Deliver Executive-Level Debriefs: Present your findings to the “client” in a clear, concise, and persuasive manner, using language that resonates with business stakeholders.
- Refine your skills: Get comprehensive feedback from seasoned penetration testers, who will provide advice on your performance and give you pointers on all aspects of the process.
Unlock Your Potential:
- Develop in-demand skills: Master the technical and business skills sought after by employers in the UK and USA.
- Gain practical, hands-on experience: Conduct a full penetration test in a safe, simulated environment.
- Build a portfolio-worthy project: Your final report and presentation can be showcased to potential employers.
- Get personalized coaching: Benefit from the expertise of seasoned cybersecurity professionals.
- Stand out from the competition: Go beyond certifications and demonstrate your ability to perform as a true penetration testing professional.
- Launch your career: This course gives you a shortcut into the job you have been dreaming about, giving you vital experience and dealing with you on a professional level.
Enroll in BF-PTP today and transform yourself into a highly sought-after, business-focused penetration testing professional.
Course Content
Introduction
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The Life-Cycle of a Penetration Test
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Consultancy and Client Conversations