Penetration Tester (Ethical Hacker) — Ethical Hacking

Legally hacks systems to find weaknesses before criminals do.

What they do

Penetration testers (ethical hackers) are authorised security professionals hired to attack systems, networks and applications before malicious hackers can. They simulate real-world attack scenarios — exploiting vulnerabilities, bypassing authentication and escalating privileges — then document findings and recommend fixes. Their reports directly reduce an organisation's risk profile. In India, demand from BFSI, government and defence is accelerating.

Education path

B.Tech CS/IT + security certs (CEH, OSCP).

Entrance exams

• JEE Main
• certifications

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