Cyber Security & Ethical Hacking

Q: Introduction to Ethical Hacking & PenTest+

What is Hacking & Ethical Hacking?Types of Hackers and Phases of Ethical HackingRole of a Penetration Tester & Career OpportunitiesResponsibilities & Ethics in Penetration Testing

Q: Fundamentals of Networking

Networking Basics (IP, MAC, TCP/UDP, Subnetting, Firewalls)OSI & TCP/IP Models for Security TestingUnderstanding Protocols (DNS, HTTP/S, SMB, SNMP, SSH, RDP)Information Gathering & Vulnerability Scanning

Q: Setting Up Hacking & PenTest Lab

Virtual Machines, Kali Linux, MetasploitableLab Setup RequirementsConfiguring VPNs, Firewalls, and Isolated Test EnvironmentsTools: BurpSuite, Nmap, Metasploit, Nessus, Hydra

Q: Linux Essentials for PenTesters

Linux Commands & File SystemsUser/Group Permissions, Sudo PrivilegesInstalling & Updating Security ToolsScripting for Automation (Bash & Python Basics)

Q: Reconnaissance & Information Gathering

Whois, Whatweb, Harvester, Hunter.ioSocial Engineering & OSINT (Open SourceIntelligence)Active vs Passive ReconnaissancePlanning & Scoping Engagements

A proud initiative under the Nenasala Project, launched by the Information and Communication Technology Agency of Sri Lanka (ICTA) and the Ministry of Telecommunication and Digital Infrastructure.

Course Details

In today’s digitally-connected world, cyber threats are escalating rapidly. The Certificate / Diploma in Cyber Security at Nenasala Campus Peradeniya equips you with the essential knowledge and hands-on skills to defend information assets, investigate security incidents and design secure systems. The programme is aimed at those who wish to pursue careers in cybersecurity, network security, IT risk management or related fields — whether you are just starting out in ICT, or already working in IT and want to upskill.

What will this course bring to you?

Comprehensive Curriculum: Covers a wide range of subjects.
Government Affiliation: Operates under the supervision of ICTA
Sri Lanka.
Recorded Lectures: Access recordings of all online sessions.
Beginner-Friendly: No prior knowledge required—courses start
from the basics.
18 Years of Service: Continuous service since 2006.
Government-Recognized Certificates: Receive certificates
accepted by the government upon course completion.
Career Guidance: Support and mentorship for your
career journey.

Modules :

Introduction to Ethical Hacking & PenTest+

What is Hacking & Ethical Hacking?
Types of Hackers and Phases of Ethical Hacking
Role of a Penetration Tester & Career Opportunities
Responsibilities & Ethics in Penetration Testing

Fundamentals of Networking

Networking Basics (IP, MAC, TCP/UDP, Subnetting, Firewalls)
OSI & TCP/IP Models for Security Testing
Understanding Protocols (DNS, HTTP/S, SMB, SNMP, SSH, RDP)
Information Gathering & Vulnerability Scanning

Setting Up Hacking & PenTest Lab

Virtual Machines, Kali Linux, Metasploitable
Lab Setup Requirements
Configuring VPNs, Firewalls, and Isolated Test Environments
Tools: BurpSuite, Nmap, Metasploit, Nessus, Hydra

Linux Essentials for PenTesters

Linux Commands & File Systems
User/Group Permissions, Sudo Privileges
Installing & Updating Security Tools
Scripting for Automation (Bash & Python Basics)

Reconnaissance & Information Gathering

Whois, Whatweb, Harvester, Hunter.io
Social Engineering & OSINT (Open Source
Intelligence)
Active vs Passive Reconnaissance
Planning & Scoping Engagements

20,000(LKR)

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