Overview

OffSec is a highly respected leader in the cybersecurity education and certification industry, renowned for its rigorous, hands-on approach to training security professionals. Founded to teach the methods and techniques necessary to defend against modern cybersecurity threats, OffSec provides a suite of educational programs and certifications designed to challenge and develop competent cybersecurity professionals.

OffSec is also known for developing Kali Linux, an open-source Linux distribution tailored for penetration testing and security auditing. This tool has become an essential resource for cybersecurity professionals, providing a wide array of tools needed for effective network analysis and system exploitation.

The company offers a range of courses that include PEN-200 Penetration Testing with Kali Linux, which prepares students for the challenging OffSec Certified Professional (OSCP) exam. Other courses and learning paths focus on advanced penetration testing, web attacks, exploit writing, security defense, secure software development, cloud security and more, catering to professionals looking to deepen their knowledge and skill set in specific areas of cybersecurity.

OffSec’s training methodology is distinctive for its emphasis on real-world scenarios and practical, hands-on experience. Rather than relying solely on theoretical learning, courses require learners to engage in live, controlled environments where they must apply what they have learned to solve complex problems. This approach ensures that learners not only understand theoretical concepts but are also proficient in applying them practically.