Training Kali Linux - Mastering Advanced Pentests in the Enterprise

$5,775

  • 5 days
  • Onsite
  • 10 people max.
Ref: AKH590
10 people max.
$5,775
In-company rate: from $10,395 for the whole team
On-site and certification exam on quote
5 days
Onsite

Don't let this gap widen

Why this program matters

  • Without expert mastery of Kali Linux, security audits take 3 times longer, exposing companies to breaches costing an average of 4,5 millions d'euros per incident according to IBM.

  • 70% of cyberattacks exploit vulnerabilities not detected quickly, resulting in data losses and RGPD fines up to 4% du CA.

  • Teams not trained in Kali lose 50% in efficiency against growing zero-day threats, risking layoffs and major competitive gaps.

  • Invest now to secure your digital future.

Nawfel ABED, Learni trainer · Cybersecurity expert
Nawfel ABED

Learni trainer · Cybersecurity expert

73%productivity gap
×3cost of inaction
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Payment by wire transferEnhanced confidentialityPerfect for companies with 50 to 500 employeesScheduling to fit any time zone

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Kali Linux training objectives

  • Master expert Kali Linux tools for professional certifying audits
  • Configure and optimize Kali Linux in secure enterprise environments
  • Develop automation scripts for efficient intrusion testing
  • Implement advanced exploitation and post-exploitation techniques
  • Analyze and report vulnerabilities using dedicated Kali Linux tools
  • Deploy Kali Linux in cloud and virtualized setups for scalable missions
  • Enhance detection evasion skills for realistic pentests

Kali Linux curriculum: 5 modules over 5 days

Module 1 : Configuration: Customize Kali Linux for Expert Audits (Kernels, Persistence, Custom Tools)

Installation and hardening of Kali Linux on VM and bare-metal, configuration of custom kernels for optimal performance, activation of USB persistence for field missions, hands-on with tools like Katoolin for Debian packages, practical exercises on a dedicated lab with creation of an isolated test environment, production of a reproducible documented setup for enterprise teams.

Module 2 : Reconnaissance: Map Networks with Kali Linux (Nmap, Masscan, OSINT)

Advanced deployment of Nmap and Masscan for massive and stealthy scans, OSINT integration with Maltego and Recon-ng on Kali Linux, passive DNS and Shodan analysis, exercises on real enterprise scenarios with banner capture and service enumeration, creation of an interactive network map, script optimization to reduce noise and avoid detection.

Module 3 : Exploitation: Breach Vulnerabilities via Kali Linux (Metasploit, Exploit-DB)

Mastery of Metasploit Framework for custom modules on Kali Linux, research and adaptation of exploits from Exploit-DB, use of BeEF for browser attacks, practical tests on vulnerable labs like DVWA and Metasploitable, development of multi-platform payloads, simulation of chained attacks with AV bypass, generation of preliminary reports on business impacts.

Module 4 : Post-Exploitation: Maintain Access with Kali Linux (Meterpreter, Empire)

Deployment of Meterpreter and Empire for persistent sessions on Kali Linux, network pivoting and tunneling via SSH/Socat, data exfiltration with Dnscat2, advanced privilege escalation on Windows/Linux, exercises on real lateral movement cases in enterprises, creation of stealth backdoors, documentation of techniques for GDPR compliance and internal audits.

Module 5 : Reporting and Evasion: Finalize Kali Linux Pentests (Dradis, IDS Evasion)

Professional report writing with Dradis and Faraday on Kali Linux, IDS/IPS evasion techniques via fragroute and Scapy, customization of scripts for total stealth, review of red thread project with expert trainer, client presentation simulation on business risks, optimization of certifying recommendations, delivery of reusable templates to accelerate future missions.

How Kali Linux skills are assessed

  • Expert multiple-choice quiz to validate learning outcomes at the end of the training
  • Continuous assessment via practical exercises and CTF challenges
  • Defense of the red thread pentest before the trainer and peers

How the Kali Linux course is taught

  • Courses led by a certified active pentester trainer
  • Practical exercises on real and vulnerable enterprise labs
  • Complete red thread pentest project throughout the training
  • Full course materials and scripts provided to each participant

Kali Linux training: access and practical arrangements

The Training Kali Linux - Mastering Advanced Pentests in the Enterprise program is delivered onsite or remote (blended-learning, virtual classroom, remote presence). At Learni, an industry-certified training organization, every program is built to maximize skills acquisition regardless of the chosen format.

The trainer alternates between demonstrative, interrogative and active methods (through hands-on labs and/or scenarios). This pedagogical approach guarantees concrete learning that's immediately applicable at work.

Equipment required

For the smooth delivery of the Training Kali Linux - Mastering Advanced Pentests in the Enterprise program, the following equipment is required:

  • Mac or PC computers, high-speed fiber internet, whiteboard or flipchart, projector or interactive touch screen (for remote sessions)
  • Training environments installed on workstations or accessible online
  • Course materials, hands-on exercises and complementary resources
  • Post-training access to materials and educational resources

For intra-company training on a site outside Learni, the client commits to providing all required teaching materials (computers, internet, etc.) for the smooth delivery of the program in line with the prerequisites in the communicated program.

* contact us for remote delivery feasibility** ratio varies depending on the program

Skills assessment methods

Assessment of skills acquired during the Training Kali Linux - Mastering Advanced Pentests in the Enterprise program is performed through:

  • During training: case studies, hands-on labs and professional scenarios
  • End of training: self-assessment questionnaire and skills evaluation by the trainer
  • After training: completion certificate detailing acquired skills

Program accessibility

Learni is committed to making its programs accessible. All our programs are accessible to people with disabilities. Our teams are available to adapt the pedagogical methods to your specific needs. Please contact us for any adjustment request.

Enrollment terms and lead times

Registration is possible up to 48 business hours before the start of training. All our programs are built for corporate L&D budgets and delivered onsite or remotely.

The Learni story

Founded by engineers and learning experts, Learni's mission is to make high-impact tech training accessible to teams everywhere. We work remotely with organizations across the US and Canada, in your time zone, to help teams upskill fast.

Our method

How Learni guarantees the quality of your Kali Linux training

Before, during, after: we frame the brief, introduce the trainer, tailor the content and measure impact. You stay in control from kickoff to wrap-up.

Step 1

Rigorous trainer selection

Each trainer is validated on three criteria: hands-on field expertise, proven pedagogy and alignment with your industry.

  • Triple validation: technical, pedagogical, sectoral.
  • Minimum rating 4.8/5 over the last 12 sessions.
Step 2

You meet the trainer beforehand

30-minute video call between you and the selected trainer to validate the fit, adjust content and clear any final doubts.

  • Live briefing on goals and team context.
  • Veto right — we swap the trainer for free if needed.
Step 3

Content tailored to your context

No recycled slides. The syllabus is reworked from your real cases: tools, constraints, vocabulary, ongoing projects.

  • Hands-on cases drawn from your stack and projects.
  • Program co-written then validated by your team.
Step 4

Continuous quality follow-up

Live evaluations, 30/90/180-day check-ins and a consolidation plan. If the impact misses the mark, we rework it.

  • NPS, knowledge quizzes and skills self-assessment.
  • Satisfaction guarantee: fully satisfied or free rework.

A simple promise: you don't pay to discover the trainer on day one. Everything is validated upfront, by you.

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Our social commitment

A school kit donated to a child for every training booked

To fight inequalities in access to education, Learni donates a complete school kit to a child in need for every training booked. You build your skills, a child heads back to school.

  • Backpack, notebooks and essential supplies
  • Distributed through our partner charities
  • Included, at no extra cost to you
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FAQ

Kali Linux: frequently asked questions

Which tools are used in Kali Linux training?+
Hands-on work runs on kernels, persistence, custom Tools, nmap, masscan and OSINT. Those tools come from the Kali Linux program itself, delivered on site over 5 days, so participants practise on the stack they will use at work.
What can participants do after Kali Linux training?+
They can master expert Kali Linux tools for professional certifying audits, configure and optimize Kali Linux in secure enterprise environments and develop automation scripts for efficient intrusion testing. Those are the stated objectives of the Kali Linux program at Expert level, checked by the end-of-session assessment.
What does the Kali Linux program cover, day by day?+
Day 1: Configuration: Customize Kali Linux for Expert Audits (Kernels, Persistence, Custom Tools). Day 2: Reconnaissance: Map Networks with Kali Linux (Nmap, Masscan, OSINT). Day 3: Exploitation: Breach Vulnerabilities via Kali Linux (Metasploit, Exploit-DB). Day 4: Post-Exploitation: Maintain Access with Kali Linux (Meterpreter, Empire). Day 5: Reporting and Evasion: Finalize Kali Linux Pentests (Dradis, IDS Evasion). The Kali Linux program runs over 5 days, delivered on site.
How is Kali Linux training assessed?+
Assessment relies on expert multiple-choice quiz to validate learning outcomes at the end of the training, continuous assessment via practical exercises and CTF challenges and defense of the red thread pentest before the trainer and peers. Learni issues a completion certificate together with the individual assessment report at the end of the Kali Linux program, which an L&D team can file as evidence.
How much does Kali Linux training cost per participant?+
Kali Linux training costs $5,775 per participant. For an in-company team, the flat rate starts at $10,395 for the whole group, up to 8 people. The detailed quote, sent within one business day, adjusts the amount to the format and how far the syllabus is tailored to your team.
How long does Kali Linux training take?+
5 days, available live online (US time zones) or on-site at your offices. Half-day tracks spread over several weeks are possible so the team stays operational.
Who pays for Kali Linux training?+
Most US teams pay directly through their company L&D or training budget. Learni invoices in US dollars and accepts bank transfer (ACH/wire) or card, with volume pricing for teams. A purchase order is welcome.
What do participants need to know before Kali Linux training?+
Advanced proficiency in Linux, Bash/Python scripting, pentesting fundamentals, and TCP/IP networks.
Is a certificate issued after Kali Linux training?+
Yes. A Learni completion certificate is issued, along with the individual evaluation report. Learni is a certified training provider and prepares for third-party certifications, but does not award them itself.
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