Cyber security specialists are currently in high demand. Especially offensive security approaches are of great importance for the defense against modern attack scenarios. Therefore you will receive several days of Ethical Hacking Hands-on-Training with KALI LINUX™ and other penetration testing tools. After completing the CAS, you will possess profound skills in the field of offensive information security and will be able to check the effectiveness of associated cyber security measures. In the study concept, special emphasis is placed on practical implementation.
Exam preparation and presentation CAS thesis and OPST exam (3.5 days)
The participants conduct an OSSTMM-compliant security audit of an infrastructure on their own or in a group. The methods and techniques learned during the training are practically applied and tested in a penetration testing scenario. Together with the client, the framework of the audit is defined and carried out using the OSSTMM method. The conclusion of the CAS work represents a presentation of the audit results to the co-students. A representative of the management and a technician of the client will also be present.
The following learning methods are used within the scope of this training
Throughout the entire course, you will work on practical tasks adapted to your level, which support the practical transfer of what you have learned.
This course is aimed at information security managers, information system architects, security testers, security auditors, security consultants, security engineers, network engineers and system administrators.
Experience in projects and in the daily use of information technologies, IT systems and networks is required. Basic knowledge of information security, analogous to the following course, is also desired:
ISO/IEC 27001 Foundation
EXIN Ethical Hacker Foundation
OSSTMM OPST
Presentation of CAS thesis at Digicomp Academy
A total of 15 ECTS points will be awarded by the HWZ.
Module sequence / dates
The sequence of the modules must be set up and adhered to. However, this does not apply to the modules «ISO/IEC 27001 Foundation» and «Create secure websites». You can complete these courses at a later date within the CAS training. You are free to choose the dates for the modules.
The following topics are not covered in this CAS
The CAS and ECTS points are awarded by our partner, University of Applied Sciences in Business Administration Zurich (HWZ).
But we can arrange one for you. We will be happy to advise you individually on your course planning.
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