The Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) is a voluntary credential from EC-Council. It shows that you know how to find weaknesses in computer systems the same way an attacker would, so they can be fixed. No one in Canada is required to hold it, but many employers like to see it.
Official website ↗Ethical hackers test networks, applications and systems with permission. They look for security gaps before criminals do. The CEH covers the tools, methods and mindset used in this kind of testing. Topics include scanning networks, web application weaknesses, malware, wireless attacks and social engineering.
The CEH is an international credential, so it is recognized in Canada and around the world. It is not tied to a province, and no Canadian licence is needed to work in cybersecurity. Employers often use it as a sign that you have a solid base of knowledge. It can help you move into roles such as cybersecurity analyst, security engineer, red team specialist, application security engineer, network security engineer, information security analyst, cryptography engineer or cybersecurity consultant. It is a good fit for students, career changers and IT workers who want to move into security.
The CEH exam is a written, multiple-choice test taken on a computer. It checks your knowledge of hacking techniques, security tools and defences. You will need to pass it to earn the credential. EC-Council also offers a separate practical exam, where you work through hands-on challenges, for people who want to show their skills in a lab setting.
The CEH must be kept current. To do this, you earn continuing education credits over each renewal period and report them to EC-Council. Credits can come from training, conferences, writing, teaching or other learning activities in security. You also need to pay a yearly membership fee to keep your certification active.