Social Engineering: Pretexting, SET & Maltego
The 'Social Engineering: Pretexting, SET & Maltego' course by Koenig Original equips security analysts and penetration testers with advanced skills to identify and counter manipulation-based threats using real-world pretexting techniques and tools. With 91% of organizations preferring certified candidates for cybersecurity roles, this training addresses the critical gap in defending against human-centric attacks. Learners gain hands-on expertise in intelligence gathering, behavioral influence, and attack simulation using SET and Maltego.
This course prepares professionals for OSINT and social engineering certification exams, leveraging Koenig’s Guaranteed-to-Run scheduling for flexible, uninterrupted learning. With 30-day lab access, learners master practical reconnaissance and pretext development, enabling them to uncover vulnerabilities, strengthen organizational defenses, and advance into elite red team and threat intelligence roles.
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Course Overview
The Social Engineering: Pretexting, SET & Maltego course by Koenig Original is a specialized training program designed for cybersecurity professionals seeking expertise in human-centric attack methodologies. This course prepares learners for real-world social engineering assessments and aligns with industry-recognized offensive security certifications such as the Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) and Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP). It is ideal for penetration testers, red team specialists, and security consultants aiming to strengthen their understanding of psychological manipulation and information gathering techniques. With phishing involved in over 80% of reported breaches according to the Verizon DBIR, organizations are increasingly investing in proactive testing, making this skill set highly sought after across financial, healthcare, and government sectors.
Participants gain hands-on experience with key tools including The Social Engineering Toolkit (SET), Maltego, Kali Linux, Metasploit Framework, Nmap, and Wireshark within a VMware-based lab environment. Students configure a fully functional penetration testing platform by installing Kali Linux, customizing network settings, and automating reconnaissance tasks using Bash scripting. A core project involves conducting a comprehensive pretexting simulation where learners use Maltego to extract OSINT on a target organization, map employee relationships, and then deploy SET to launch a simulated spear-phishing campaign with cloned login pages and payload delivery. These labs mirror real-world engagements, enabling students to build actionable intelligence and execute technically sound social engineering attacks under ethical guidelines.
This course strengthens career advancement in offensive security by preparing candidates for high-stakes roles such as Senior Penetration Tester or Red Team Lead, positions that command average salaries between ₹12–18 lakhs per annum in India and $95,000–$130,000 globally. Graduates develop proven capabilities in elicitation, pretext creation, and technical exploitation—skills validated through practical exams similar to those offered by Offensive Security and Social-Engineer.org. Koenig Original differentiates itself with Guaranteed-to-Run batches, official courseware, and flexible 1-on-1 training options that ensure personalized mentorship. Upon completion, professionals are equipped to lead social engineering assessments, improve organizational resilience, and advance into elite cybersecurity roles with confidence.
What You'll Learn
Prerequisites
- Basic understanding of Linux command-line operations and system navigation to efficiently manage social engineering scenarios
- Familiarity with Python 3.11–3.13 for customizing and executing the Social Engineering Toolkit (SET) in real-world attacks
- Experience with virtualization platforms like VMware or VirtualBox to create secure, isolated environments for practicing social engineering techniques
- Knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, and HTTP protocols essential for conducting network-based social engineering attacks
- Foundational skills in Maltego for OSINT data gathering and link analysis to enhance attack precision
- Completion of an introductory cybersecurity or ethical hacking course (such as CEHv12) to build a strong security foundation
Certification Exam
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What's Included in Your Training
Every enrollment comes packed with resources to maximise your learning and exam success
Exam Preparation Materials
Practice Test Questions (200+)
Certificate of Completion
Post-Training Support (30 days)
Session Recording Access
Free Rescheduling (7+ days notice)
Career Outcomes
of Social Engineering: Pretexting, SET & Maltego certified professionals report career advancement within 6 months
Salary Impact
Average salary increase reported after obtaining the Social Engineering: Pretexting, SET & Maltego certification
*Source: Glassdoor / LinkedIn 2025
Job Roles
- Penetration Tester
- Social Engineer
- Red Team Operator
- Ethical Hacker
- Cybersecurity Consultant
- OSINT Specialist
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and 5,000+ organizations worldwide seeking Social Engineering: Pretexting, SET & Maltego certified professionals
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