Certified Tester - Infrastructure Eligibility

Yes, for some tracks. The published requirements for the Certified Tester - Infrastructure are: Basic understanding of networking (CCNA-level or equivalent) Familiarity with Linux and Windows command line Experience with at least one scripting language (Python, Bash, PowerShell)

The Certified Tester - Infrastructure is aimed at This certification is designed for IT professionals with 2-3 years of experience in IT security or related fields who want to transition into infrastructure penetration testing. Ideal candidates include system administrators, network engineers, security analysts, and recent cybersecurity graduates who have hands-on experience with network configuration, operating systems, and basic security testing. It is also suitable for professionals seeking CREST registration or those working for organizations that require CREST-accredited testers for compliance and assurance purposes. The exam assumes foundational knowledge of networking protocols, operating system administration, and common security vulnerabilities..

The exam assesses Network scanning and enumeration, Vulnerability identification and exploitation, Penetration testing tool proficiency, Report writing and risk assessment, Legal and ethical compliance understanding.

Work experience is not required to sit the exam, though the published requirements include experience conditions. What it does affect is your likelihood of passing on the first attempt, because the exam assumes you have worked with the material rather than just read about it. Our assessment puts the cognitive load of this exam at High - The exam requires deep analytical thinking and practical problem-solving under time pressure, combining theoretical knowledge with hands-on exploitation scenarios..

The exam itself has no gate on your CV. The distinction is between being *allowed* to sit it and being *ready* to pass it, and the second one is about what you have actually done with the domains. For this certification our focus is: Certilum’s 12‑week study plan for Certified Tester – Infrastructure: weeks 1‑4 networking/OS fundamentals with interactive quizzes, weeks 5‑8 web application security and exploitation tools, weeks 9‑12 methodology, reporting, and mock exams. Structured domain summaries and tool cheat sheets reinforce weak areas under timed conditions.

Focus on practical lab environments such as Hack The Box, TryHackMe, and custom lab setups replicating real-world infrastructure. Combine structured study with official CREST resources, practice tests, and community forums. Dedicate 2-4 months of regular practice, emphasizing tool proficiency and methodology documentation.