Offensive Tooling for Operators with Chris Traynor

This course focuses on the practical application of offensive security tools and techniques. Students will explore the methodologies and processes used by professional operators to attack their targets.

Course Length: 16 Hours

Includes a Certificate of Completion

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Description

Through hands-on labs and live demos, you’ll engage with real-world scenarios designed to deepen your understanding of offensive tools. Gain insights into tool functionality, customization, scripting, and practical usage.

The course provides an in-depth, experiential approach to mastering your offensive toolkit.

System Hardware Requirements
- Stable Internet access
- x86 architecture CPU clocked at 2 GHz or higher that is capable of nested virtualization
- (Apple Silicon is currently not supported)
- A computer with at least 8 GB of RAM. 16 GB is recommended
Host Configuration and Software Requirements
- Full Administrator/root access to your computer or laptop
- VMWare Workstation or VMWare Fusion
- (VirtualBox and other VM software is not supported)
- Windows 10/11, MacOSX+, or a currently supported Linux Distribution

FAQ

Why Choose the Offensive Tooling for Operators Course

1. Practical Immersion: Engage in hands-on labs and live demos that simulate real-world scenarios, ensuring a practical and immersive learning experience.
2. Tool Mastery: Deepen your expertise by understanding the inner workings, customization options, and scripting abilities of offensive tools.
3. Industry-Relevant Skills: Acquire skills that directly apply to the latest challenges in cybersecurity, making you a valuable asset in the field.
4. Responsibility in Action: Emphasis on responsible tool use ensures you navigate ethical considerations, setting you apart as a conscientious cybersecurity professional.

By the conclusion of the Offensive Tooling for Operators course, you will emerge with expertly honed abilities, ready to tackle sophisticated security challenges head-on. Elevate your cybersecurity proficiency and stay ahead in the dynamic landscape of offensive cybersecurity.

Key Takeaways

• Sophisticated knowledge of offensive tooling
• Technical skills to be a formidable offensive operator
• Knowledge to protect against cyber threats

What Each Student Will Be Provided With

• Slide deck, links to all the material, and tools needed with associated instructions
• Virtual machines with all the necessary tools and targets for the course
• 12 months of access to the Antisyphon Cyber Range
• Certificate of participation
• 6 months access to class recordings

Who Should Take This Course

• General security practitioners
• Network Admins
• Penetration Testers
• Red Teamers
• Blue Teamers looking to broaden their knowledges

Audience Skill Level

Intermediate to Experienced

Student Experience

• Intermediate knowledge of networking
• Intermediate knowledge of web applications
• Intermediate knowledge of general offensive security tools and offensive goals

Pre-Training Materials

• https://www.blackhillsinfosec.com/shenetworks-recommends-9-must-watch-bhis-youtube-videos/
• https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqz80p7f6dFvwYv3jUUNoIr95ePscgysX

About the Instructor

Chris Traynor

Bio

Chris began working for Black Hills Information Security (BHIS) in July 2022 as a Penetration Tester, where he is responsible for Pen Testing web apps, mobile app, APIs, and networks. Chris has over 15 years of experience in Web/Mobile App development, QA Automation, and Penetration Testing. Chris is an active member of the GIAC Advisory Board, InfraGard, and The Open Organization Of Lockpickers (TOOOL). He also authors and teaches two Antisyphon classes: Intro to Offensive Tooling and Advanced Offensive Tooling.

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