Five-day course equips attendees with the knowledge and skill to test networks for vulnerabilities

When was the last time your organization tested its network for weaknesses? Has it been years, months or maybe never? Your organization and network staff can gain the knowledge and skill necessary for testing a network for weaknesses by taking the Certified Penetration Testing Engineer (CPTE) course, which will be held in Ann Arbor, Michigan, on March 24-28, 2014. 

"Today's cybersecurity climate requires organizations to be vigilant and to regularly test their networks for vulnerabilities," said Joe Adams, vice president of research and cyber security for Merit Network. "The CPTE course is a great way for network and security professionals to master penetration testing techniques that they can use to test their organization's networks. It is a proactive way to equip a networking and IT staff with the skills they need to scan for vulnerabilities and to protect their company's infrastructure." 

Certified Penetration Testing Engineer (CPTE) is built firmly upon proven, hands-on penetration testing methodologies. The course presents information based on the five Key Elements of Pen Testing: information gathering, scanning, enumeration, exploitation and reporting. Attendees will learn to discover vulnerabilities using these tried and true techniques. 

The course is ideal for network administrators, security professionals, site administrators, and anyone who is concerned about the integrity of their network. 

"CPTE is one of the many cybersecurity certification courses offered by the Michigan Cyber Range. Students can learn skills that they can use at their current jobs and earn a certification that can help with career advancement," Adams said. 

Register today to attend Certified Penetration Testing Engineer at http://www.merit.edu/CPTE 

"The great part about the Michigan Cyber Range courses is that they are offered to the industry, not just to Merit's Members," said Andy Rosenzweig, manager of professional learning at Merit Network. "The courses are open to anyone who is interested in or works in cybersecurity or information technology. Organizations that need assistance with cybersecurity can greatly benefit from the course offerings for their staff. Another benefit is that each of the courses provides a certification, which an attendee can use in the future for career advancement." 

You can view the complete schedule of upcoming courses at: http://www.merit.edu/cyberrange 

Need Hotel Accommodations? The Sheraton Ann Arbor offers Merit's Michigan Cyber Range attendees a special nightly discounted rate of $102 per night standard room (some limits apply). Please be sure provide the Merit Network corporate code of 384860; you can also register online at: http://www.sheratonannarbor.com/merit-network. The hotel is within walking distance or a short shuttle ride of Merit's training facilities. For more information see: http://www.merit.edu/directions/lodging.php