Offensive Security
In partnership with
Advance Your Offensive Security Career
This program prepares cybersecurity professionals to think like an attacker and uncover vulnerabilities before they can be exploited. Learners will gain hands-on experience in enterprise-level penetration testing, focusing on on-prem, Azure, and Azure AD environments. Through real-world scenarios, participants will develop the skills to assess security at scale and demonstrate real business risks. Designed for experienced defensive security professionals looking to advance into offensive security, red teaming, or security testing, this pathway includes SANS SEC560: Enterprise Penetration Testing and the opportunity to earn the GIAC Penetration Tester (GPEN) certification.
The Details
For: Cyber professionals with in-depth experience in defensive security, looking to progress into offensive roles or security testing and assessment roles.
Intakes: May, June, July, August 2025
Eligibility: Cybersecurity professionals who have a minimum of 1.5 years work experience in a cyber role and are currently employed in cybersecurity.
$1,300 + HST registration fee
Learn to conduct enterprise-level penetration testing across on-prem, Azure, and Azure AD environments.
Participants will obtain the GIAC Penetration Tester (GPEN) certification, a globally recognized certification.
Ideal for experienced defensive security professionals looking to transition into offensive security, red teaming, or security testing.
Timeline
Week 1
The Professional Development Sessions are designed to provide learners with relevant, timely insights into important themes in organizational cybersecurity, such as addressing the challenges of new and emerging technology and critical issues in cybersecurity and compliance. These 2-hour interactive workshops provide opportunities for learners to explore topical issues and help learners identify opportunities to address them within almost any organizational context.
Weeks 2-12
Learners are enrolled into the SANS course and GIAC certification exam that aligns with their pathway. Over the 10 weeks, learners will gain immediately applicable skills through OnDemand self-paced learning platform with dedicated support from Subject Matter Experts (SMEs). The course includes hands-on labs, two practice exams, and a final exam. Learners are expected to commit 15-20 hours per week to successfully complete the course and certification.
Weeks 10-12
The Catalyst Cyber Range offers learners hands-on, ultra-realistic simulations for practicing, training, and assessing their technical cyber response skills. Learners can choose from three 4-hour simulation options, gaining experience as both Red Team and Blue Team members or exploring a cyber attack from the perspectives of the attacker, victim, and SOC analyst.
Weeks 12-14
Through the Careers and Employment Programming, learners gain access to comprehensive career resources covering job search fundamentals and professional growth strategies. Learners will participate in live career workshops on topics like leveraging program learnings, salary negotiations, and job search strategies. Learners will also have the opportunity to engage with industry professionals through networking events, coffee chats, and fireside Q&A panel sessions. In addition, learners will receive personalized guidance through one-on-one career coaching.
