Practical Network Penetration Tester
The most realistic affordable penetration testing certification available. Full simulated client engagement including OSINT, external/internal network testing, Active Directory exploitation, professional report, and live 15-minute debrief in front of senior pentesters. Includes free retake. No expiry. Growing employer recognition, accepted by some government contractors for entry-level pentest roles.
What you'll prove
- Conduct OSINT reconnaissance to identify target attack surface
- Perform external network penetration testing against internet-facing assets
- Compromise internal Active Directory environments via lateral movement
- Apply AV/EDR bypass techniques and egress bypassing
- Compromise a domain controller demonstrating full domain compromise
- Write a professional penetration test report following industry standards
- Present findings and answer technical questions in a live debrief with senior assessors
Frequently asked
How much does PNPT cost?
$499 USD with one free retake included. 12 months of training access included. 20% discount for students, educators, military, and first responders.
PNPT vs OSCP — which should I get?
OSCP has stronger employer recognition (especially in HR screening) and is the industry standard for pentest roles. PNPT is more realistic, includes a live debrief, costs 3x less, and is better preparation for actual client work. Many professionals do PNPT first to build skills affordably, then OSCP for the resume signal.