🛡️ Pentester Skills Hub

Understanding TCP/IP, OSI model, firewalls, and network protocols

• • Wireshark packet analysis
• • Nmap network scanning
• • Firewall bypass techniques

OWASP Top 10, SQL injection, XSS, and web vulnerability assessment

• • Burp Suite proficiency
• • Manual code review
• • Authentication bypass

Linux, Windows, and macOS security fundamentals

• • Command line mastery
• • File system analysis
• • Process monitoring

Encryption algorithms, hash functions, and cryptographic attacks

• • Hash cracking techniques
• • SSL/TLS analysis
• • PKI vulnerabilities

Python, Bash, PowerShell for automation and exploit development

• • Custom exploit scripts
• • Automation tools
• • API interactions

Identifying, analyzing, and prioritizing security vulnerabilities

• • Nessus/OpenVAS scanning
• • CVSS scoring
• • Risk assessment

Clear technical writing and presentation skills for stakeholders

• • Executive reporting
• • Technical documentation
• • Client presentations

Analytical thinking and creative approaches to security challenges

• • Critical thinking
• • Creative exploitation
• • Root cause analysis

Strong moral compass and understanding of legal boundaries

• • Legal compliance
• • Professional integrity
• • Responsible disclosure

Staying updated with evolving threats and technologies

• • Research new exploits
• • Attend conferences
• • Practice on labs

Efficient project planning and deadline management

• • Project scoping
• • Priority management
• • Efficient testing

Working effectively with diverse security and IT teams

• • Cross-team coordination
• • Knowledge sharing
• • Mentoring juniors