eJPT: eLearnSecurity Junior Penetration Tester

This is a popular entry-level red team certification that differentiates itself by being 100% practical. Unlike the CEH, which is theoretical, the eJPT requires candidates to answer questions that can only be solved by actually performing penetration testing tasks on a lab network. It covers basic networking, scripting, system attacks, and web application exploitation, serving as a fantastic first step for aspiring ethical hackers. The open-book nature of the exam encourages the candidate to learn how to research and problem-solve on the fly, mimicking real-world job requirements. It validates that a junior tester can conduct a basic assessment without hand-holding.