We’re often asked about the career pathway to becoming an ethical hacker, or penetration tester. So, we thought it would be best to let a current penetration tester share her thoughts on working in the industry.

Whether you’re interested in penetration testing, computer science or security in general, Holly Grace's intro to becoming a penetration tester is packed full of tips you can use when getting started in cybersecurity.

1’00 What is a penetration tester?

1’35 What makes a good candidate?

4’10 Paths into pentesting.

5’00 Practising pentesting

6’36 Do I need programming skills?

7’30 The benefits of attending security conferences

8’36 Exams and certifications

Useful links:

Damn vulnerable web app http://www.dvwa.co.uk/

Download on iTunes: apple.co/2Ji61Ek

Listening time: 12 minutes

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Hosted by: Holly Grace Williams, Technical Director at Secarma