RE: How to get into Penetration testing?

["Mr.Hartmann" <hartmann () thestar com my>]

It would be a good idea to enroll into a CEH course, and get certified to be
a licensed pen. tester.

Good luck.





-----Original Message-----
From: rahul.joshi2 () googlemail com [mailto:rahul.joshi2 () googlemail com] 
Sent: Monday, June 12, 2006 7:24 PM
To: security-basics () securityfocus com
Subject: How to get into Penetration testing?

Hi Guys,

Apologies if this has been asked before (and if this is posted in the wrong
thread) but I am seeking advice on how to get into a career in Pen. testing
and IT security.

I am based in the UK and have been a Java developer for the last 2.5 years
after leaving university. However security is where my interest lies and I
would like to get into this sector. 

My question is how? I have looked at many job adverts for pen. testers
however they all require people with 1 years+ experience in the field. 

Should I pursue a certification such as the CEH first? Or are there other
ways?

Your advice and suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks

Rahul 

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