GIAC Penetration Tester (GPEN)

Hands-on penetration testing certification for DoD red team members

Course Overview

The GIAC Penetration Tester (GPEN) certification validates your ability to properly conduct a penetration test using best practice techniques and methodologies. Our GPEN training provides DoD professionals with the skills needed to perform authorized penetration testing activities in DoD environments, including network reconnaissance, vulnerability scanning, exploitation, password attacks, and post-exploitation techniques.

This course is designed for DoD personnel involved in red team operations, vulnerability assessment, or penetration testing roles, and meets requirements for certain DoD 8570/8140 CSSP positions.

Course Details

Course Formats

  • Bootcamp: 5-day intensive hands-on lab training
  • Training Path: 10-week comprehensive program with CTF exercises
  • Self-Paced: Online access to lab environment and materials

Topics Covered

  • Penetration Testing Methodologies
  • Network Reconnaissance and Scanning
  • Exploitation Techniques
  • Password Attacks and Cracking
  • Web Application Penetration Testing
  • Post-Exploitation and Pivoting

Exam Information

  • Exam Questions: 82-115
  • Duration: 3 hours
  • Passing Score: 70%
  • Practical Lab: Hands-on testing component

Who Should Attend

  • DoD red team members
  • Penetration Testers
  • Vulnerability Assessors
  • Security Analysts
  • Ethical Hackers

Upcoming GPEN Courses

Start Date Format Duration Location Register
July 17, 2025 Training Path 10 weeks Virtual Register
September 5, 2025 Bootcamp 5 days Virtual Register
November 6, 2025 Bootcamp 5 days San Antonio, TX Register

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