In today’s landscape—where generative AI and hybrid-cloud architectures vastly expand the attack surface—cyber-security has become a cornerstone of every enterprise risk-management programme. At the heart of this ecosystem lies the Ethical Hacker: a professional who wields the same technical arsenal as cyber-criminals but uses it to uncover vulnerabilities before they are exploited, turning findings into concrete counter-measures that safeguard business continuity and ensure compliance with frameworks such as NIS2, DORA and the AI Act.
This pathway gives you the foundations to move into high-impact specialisations—Vulnerability Assessment, Penetration Testing and Incident Response —through a strictly learning-by-doing approach: isolated-lab attack simulations in Linux, themed Capture-the-Flag challenges and workshops led by “old-school” veterans of the hacker scene. The technical module is complemented by a preparation track for the EXIN Information Security Management Foundation certification, enabling you to validate your “secure-by-design” skills straight away. With solid theory, extensive hands-on practice and up-to-date coverage of 2025 threat trends, this course positions you at the centre of the roles most in demand across today’s cyber-defence market.