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CertCop Certified Ethical Hacking Analyst (CEHA)

The CertCop Certified Ethical Hacking Analyst (CEHA) is a comprehensive 40-hour, instructor-led cybersecurity training program designed to equip learners with the knowledge and practical skills required to perform ethical hacking and penetration testing in modern enterprise environments. Covering essential topics such as reconnaissance, vulnerability assessment, network scanning, system exploitation, Active Directory security, web and API testing, wireless and cloud security, and post-exploitation techniques, the course combines foundational concepts with extensive hands-on labs and real-world attack simulations. CEHA is ideal for aspiring ethical hackers, penetration testers, security analysts, and IT professionals seeking to develop practical offensive security skills while following industry-standard methodologies and ethical practices.

Level: Intermediate to Advanced
Duration: 5 Days (Instructor-Led)
Exam: 90 Multiple Choice, 180 Minutes 70%

Course Overview

The CertCop Certified Ethical Hacking Analyst (CEHA) is a comprehensive, instructor-led cybersecurity certification program designed to provide learners with the practical knowledge and hands-on skills required to identify, assess, and mitigate security vulnerabilities in modern IT environments. This course covers the complete ethical hacking lifecycle, including reconnaissance, scanning, enumeration, vulnerability assessment, system exploitation, web and API security testing, Active Directory attacks, wireless security, cloud security, post-exploitation techniques, and professional reporting. Through real-world scenarios, enterprise attack simulations, and extensive hands-on labs using industry-standard tools, participants gain practical experience in penetration testing methodologies and offensive security operations. CEHA is ideal for aspiring ethical hackers, penetration testers, security analysts, system administrators, and IT professionals seeking to build a strong foundation in ethical hacking and advance their cybersecurity careers.

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Whether you’re looking for in-classroom or live online training, CertCop offers best-in-class instructor-led training for both individuals and teams. You can also find training among CertCop’s vast network of Authorized Training Partners.

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What you’ll learn

  • Understand ethical hacking principles, methodologies, and industry best practices.
  • Build and manage a secure penetration testing lab using Kali Linux and virtualization platforms.
  • Perform reconnaissance, OSINT, footprinting, and attack surface analysis.
  • Conduct network scanning, service enumeration, and vulnerability discovery.
  • Identify, analyze, and validate security vulnerabilities using professional assessment tools.
  • Perform system exploitation, password attacks, privilege escalation, and post-exploitation activities.
  • Assess and secure Active Directory environments and enterprise infrastructures.
  • Test web applications, APIs, and mobile applications for common security weaknesses.
  • Evaluate wireless, cloud, and IoT environments for security vulnerabilities.
  • Automate security tasks using Bash, Python, and PowerShell scripting.
  • Analyze findings, prioritize risks using CVSS, and create professional penetration testing reports.
  • Apply ethical, legal, and compliance requirements during security assessments.
  • Use industry-standard tools such as Nmap, Wireshark, Nessus, OpenVAS, Metasploit, Burp Suite, BloodHound, Hydra, Hashcat, and more.
  • Conduct end-to-end ethical hacking engagements following real-world penetration testing workflows.
  • Develop practical offensive security skills required for roles such as Ethical Hacker, Penetration Tester, Security Analyst, and Red Team Operator.
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Key Skills You Will Gain

  • Ethical Hacking & Penetration Testing
  • Reconnaissance & Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT)
  • Network Scanning & Service Enumeration
  • Vulnerability Assessment & Risk Analysis
  • System Exploitation Techniques
  • Password Auditing & Credential Security
  • Active Directory Security Assessment
  • Web Application Security Testing
  • API Security Testing
  • Wireless Network Security Analysis
  • Cloud Security Assessment
  • Post-Exploitation & Privilege Escalation Concepts
  • Linux & Windows Security Administration
  • Network Traffic Analysis with Wireshark
  • Bash, Python, and PowerShell Automation
  • Security Tool Usage (Nmap, Metasploit, Burp Suite, Nessus, OpenVAS, BloodHound, Hydra, Hashcat)
  • Threat Modeling & Attack Surface Analysis
  • Security Reporting & Documentation
  • CVE, CVSS, and Vulnerability Management
  • Security Operations & Red Team Methodologies
  • Incident Documentation & Evidence Collection
  • Professional Penetration Testing Workflow Execution
  • Cybersecurity Risk Identification & Mitigation
  • Ethical and Legal Security Assessment Practices
  • Real-World Offensive Security Techniques and Best Practices

Objectives

Domain 1 – Ethical Hacking Foundations & Networking
Build a strong foundation in cybersecurity, ethical hacking methodologies, networking concepts, and security frameworks.

Domain 2 – Reconnaissance, Scanning & Enumeration
Learn how to gather intelligence, discover assets, scan networks, and enumerate systems and services.

Domain 3 – Vulnerability Analysis & System Exploitation
Identify, analyze, validate, and exploit security vulnerabilities in controlled environments.

Domain 4 – Active Directory & Enterprise Attacks
Understand enterprise security architectures and assess Active Directory environments for weaknesses.

Domain 5 – Web, API & Mobile Security
Evaluate web applications, APIs, and mobile platforms for common vulnerabilities and security flaws.

Domain 6 – Wireless, Cloud, IoT & Specialized Systems
Assess modern technologies including wireless networks, cloud infrastructures, IoT devices, and specialized systems.

Domain 7 – Post Exploitation, Reporting & Capstone
Perform post-exploitation activities, document findings, create professional reports, and complete real-world security assessments.

Career Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the CertCop Certified Ethical Hacking Analyst (CEHA) program, learners will be well-prepared for a variety of cybersecurity and offensive security roles, including:

  • Ethical Hacker
  • Penetration Tester
  • Cybersecurity Analyst
  • Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst
  • Vulnerability Assessment Analyst
  • Security Consultant
  • Red Team Operator (Entry-Level)
  • Information Security Analyst
  • Network Security Analyst
  • Application Security Tester
  • Cloud Security Analyst
  • Threat Intelligence Analyst
  • Incident Response Analyst
  • Security Auditor
  • Junior Security Engineer

Exam Details

Course NameCertCop Certified Ethical Hacking Analyst (CEHA)
Course Number:CertCopCEHA01
Required examCEHA-E001
Number of QuestionsMaximum of 90 questions
Type of QuestionsMultiple-choice and performance-based
Length of Test180 Minutes
Passing Score 70% – This test has no scaled score; it’s pass/fail only.
RetirementUsually three years after launch
LanguagesEnglish

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