GPEN vs OSCP
The published facts of both certifications side by side. Which one fits depends on your role, experience and goals; the Plan Advisor and Role readiness weigh them against your own profile.
| GPEN GIAC Penetration Tester |
OSCP OffSec Certified Professional | |
|---|---|---|
| Issuer | GIAC | OffSec |
| Level | Intermediate | Intermediate |
| Domain | Security Operations | Security Operations |
| Exam fee | $999 | $1,749 |
| Experience required | None stated | None stated |
| Prerequisite certifications | None | None |
| Exam | Proctored exam, 82 questions, 3 hours | 24-hour proctored practical + 24 h for report |
| Passing score | 73% | 70/100 points |
| Renewal | Every 4 years · 36 CPE per cycle | No renewal |
| Annual fee | None | None |
| Career tracks that use it | 1 | 2 |
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