5 certifications
CompTIA
Intermediate penetration testing certification covering planning, scoping, vulnerability scanning, exploitation, and reporting. Validates offensive security skills for pentest roles. Exam code: PT0-003.
Hack The Box
Comprehensive practical penetration testing certification covering network and web exploitation, Active Directory attacks, privilege escalation, and professional reporting. Features a 10-day hands-on exam across 28 learning modules on HTB Academy.
Offensive Security (OffSec)
The gold standard hands-on penetration testing certification. Candidates must compromise multiple machines in a 24-hour proctored exam on a live network — entirely performance-based, no multiple choice. OSCP+ badge valid 3 years.
Offensive Security (OffSec)
Advanced penetration testing certification focusing on antivirus evasion, process injection, lateral movement, and attacking complex Active Directory environments. Features a 48-hour hands-on exam simulating a corporate network.
TCM Security
Fully practical real-world penetration testing certification featuring a 5-day exam on a live network plus a professional report and debrief. Covers OSINT, network exploitation, Active Directory attacks, and privilege escalation.