The PECB Certified Lead Ethical Hacker course prepares professionals to plan, manage, and conduct ethical hacking activities and information system penetration tests.

The course develops the practical knowledge and technical skills required to lawfully assess the security of systems and networks, identify vulnerabilities, perform penetration testing activities, exploit identified weaknesses in a controlled environment, and clearly report findings and recommendations.

The course follows recognized penetration testing methodologies and best practices, including the Penetration Testing Execution Standard (PTES) and the Open Source Security Testing Methodology Manual (OSSTMM).

This course is suitable for cybersecurity professionals, information security officers, penetration testers, technical specialists, information security team members, managers, consultants, and individuals seeking practical knowledge of ethical hacking techniques.

Participants should have knowledge of information security concepts and principles, advanced operating system skills, and a basic understanding of computer networks and programming concepts.

This is a self-paced PECB Self-Study package. You can study according to your own schedule using official PECB course materials, practical exercises, examples, and hands-on laboratories delivered through PECB’s online platforms.

All official course materials, laboratory services, examination services, and certification applications are provided through the official PECB platform and are not hosted on the CertiBanks website.

Important: Create Your PECB Account

Before purchasing or requesting activation, please create a free PECB Member Account through the official myPECB portal.

Your PECB account is required for course enrollment, access to study materials and practical laboratories, examination services, examination results, and certification applications.

How the Process Works

1. Create your PECB Member Account through the official myPECB platform.
2. Purchase the package from CertiBanks.
3. Provide us with your full name, PECB account email address, and preferred course language.
4. CertiBanks will register you for the official PECB Certified Lead Ethical Hacker Self-Study course.
5. Once registration is completed, the official course materials and available laboratory services will become accessible through your PECB account.
6. Study the course materials and complete the practical laboratories at your own pace.
7. Schedule and complete the PECB Certified Lead Ethical Hacker examination.
8. Submit the required penetration testing report as part of the examination process.
9. After passing the examination, submit your certification application through your myPECB account.

What This Package Includes

• Official PECB Certified Lead Ethical Hacker Self-Study enrollment
• More than 450 pages of official digital course materials
• Practical examples and exercises
• Hands-on laboratories delivered through a browser-based virtual environment
• First PECB examination attempt
• One free examination retake in case of failure
• Certification application fee
• First year of the PECB Annual Maintenance Fee
• Course completion attestation with 35 CPD credits
• Eligibility to claim the applicable PECB digital badge after certification
• Registration, activation, and general guidance from the CertiBanks team

The practical laboratories allow candidates to work with relevant tools and technologies in a controlled virtual environment and apply the knowledge covered in the course to realistic penetration testing scenarios.

Examination and Certification Information

The package includes the first examination attempt and one free retake.

For this Self-Study package, the examination cycle, including the first attempt and free retake, must be completed within 12 months of the package purchase date.

The package also includes the certification application fee and the first year of the PECB Annual Maintenance Fee.

The PECB Certified Lead Ethical Hacker examination consists of two parts:

• A practical penetration testing examination
• A written penetration testing report

During the practical examination, the candidate is required to compromise at least two target machines through authorized penetration testing activities. The candidate must document the process, findings, evidence, and recommendations in a written report.

The examination is open book. Candidates may use the official training materials and their personal notes during the examination, subject to the applicable PECB examination rules.

The examination evaluates the candidate’s knowledge and practical skills across the following areas:

• Information-gathering tools and techniques
• Threat modeling and vulnerability identification
• Exploitation techniques
• Privilege escalation
• Pivoting and file transfers
• Penetration testing reporting

Certification Requirements

Passing the examination does not automatically grant the PECB Certified Lead Ethical Hacker credential.

After passing the examination, you must submit a certification application through your myPECB account and meet the applicable professional experience requirements.

To qualify for the PECB Certified Lead Ethical Hacker credential, candidates must have:

• Successfully passed the PECB Certified Lead Ethical Hacker examination
• At least two years of penetration testing and cybersecurity experience
• Signed the PECB Code of Ethics
• Signed the PECB Certified Lead Ethical Hacker Code of Conduct

Relevant professional experience may include:

• Determining the scope of ethical hacking activities
• Defining a penetration testing approach
• Planning and performing penetration testing activities
• Establishing penetration testing criteria
• Evaluating penetration testing scenarios and treatment options
• Applying methods to improve operating system and network security
• Documenting and reporting penetration testing results

The certification is awarded after PECB reviews and approves the candidate’s application and confirms that all applicable requirements have been met.

Course Delivery Format

This package is fully self-paced and does not include scheduled live classes.

You can access the official course materials and practical laboratory environment through your PECB account and study according to your own schedule and availability.

The five-day course agenda represents the structure and estimated content of the training. It does not require attendance on specific dates.

The course generally covers:

• Introduction to ethical hacking
• Ethical, legal, and professional responsibilities
• Penetration testing methodologies and standards
• Defining the scope and objectives of a penetration test
• Information gathering and reconnaissance
• Network and service discovery
• Threat modeling and vulnerability identification
• Vulnerability assessment techniques
• Exploitation techniques
• Gaining and maintaining access
• Privilege escalation
• Pivoting between systems and networks
• File transfer techniques
• Post-exploitation activities
• Collecting and documenting penetration testing evidence
• Preparing professional penetration testing reports
• Communicating findings and recommendations
• Hands-on practical laboratories
• Preparation for the PECB Certified Lead Ethical Hacker examination

Course and examination language availability may vary. Please confirm your preferred course language before activation.

Any language change requested after enrollment will be subject to PECB approval and availability.

Need Help?

CertiBanks will support you with package registration, activation, and general guidance throughout the process.

The official course materials, practical laboratories, examination services, results, and certification application are accessed and managed through your PECB account.

Before Purchasing

Please create your free myPECB account before placing your order.

Your official course materials, practical laboratories, examination services, results, and certification application will be available through your PECB account.