Practical Ethical Hacking & Network Defense

About The Course

This comprehensive course provides deep practical exposure to network security auditing, ethical hacking principles, and system hardening techniques. Designed for IT professionals, network admins, and aspiring security experts seeking hands-on skills in identifying and mitigating security vulnerabilities.

What You Will Learn

Network scanning, footprinting, and reconnaissance strategies
Exploitation tools including Nmap, Metasploit, and Wireshark
Web application security assessments & OWASP Top 10 vulnerabilities
Wireless network defense and secure infrastructure deployment

Course Curriculum

Module 1: Fundamentals of Penetration Testing 3 Lessons • 2h 15m

1.1 Introduction to Ethical Hacking & Security Standards 45 mins

1.2 Setting Up Your Kali Linux & Virtual Lab 45 mins

1.3 Passive & Active Reconnaissance 45 mins

Module 2: Network Vulnerability & Exploitation 4 Lessons • 3h 30m

2.1 Port Scanning & Service Enumeration 50 mins

2.2 Exploit Frameworks and Payload Delivery 60 mins

Your Instructor

Amy Garcia

Lead Cybersecurity Specialist & Instructor

Over 10 years of experience in enterprise infrastructure defense, incident response, and IT training across Southern Africa.

Student Reviews

Kabo M. ★★★★★

"Extremely practical and easy to follow! The virtual lab setups gave me real hands-on experience."