CompTIA PenTest+ is for cybersecurity professionals tasked with penetration testing and security consulting. The CompTIA PenTest+ will certify the successful candidate has the knowledge and skills required to plan and scope a penetration testing engagement within compliance requirements, conduct enumeration and reconnaissance activities, analyze vulnerabilities, launch attacks, exfiltrate data, and produce a written report with remediation techniques.
- Number of Questions Maximum of 90 questions
- Type of Questions Performance-based and multiple choice
- Length of Test 165 minutes
- Passing Score 750 (on a scale of 100-900)
- Recommended Experience Network+, Security+, or equivalent knowledge. 3–4 years in a penetration tester job role.
- Languages English on release, other languages TBD
- Retirement Usually three years after launch
