A comprehensive guide to penetration testing certifications for 2025, recommending CPTS from Hack The Box as the ideal starting point before advancing to Offensive Security certifications like OSCP, OSEP, and OSWE. The guide covers certification paths from beginner to expert level, including CompTIA PenTest+, eJPT, eCPPT, and GPEN, with detailed breakdowns of exam formats, costs, and career impact. It emphasizes the importance of hands-on practical skills over theory and provides a strategic roadmap for building credibility in the cybersecurity job market.
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Part 5: How to Become a Pentester in 2025: Certifications, Career Roadmap & GrowthRoadmap: From First Cert to OSCP/OSEP/OSWECompTIA PenTest+Certified Penetration Testing Specialist (CPTS)Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP)Sort: