Professional certificatesThe foundational certification that builds cyber careers
The Cyber Security 101 (SEC1) certification is foundational, hands-on and built by industry experts. Prove your core cyber security skills, apply them in real-world scenarios, and launch your career in cyber.
Why get TryHackMe SEC1 certified?
Stand out with just SEC1
Accessible, hands-on certifications at the beginner level are rare. Cyber Security 101 raises the standard with a practical, real-world exam built to assess foundational cyber security skills.
- Official proof of your knowledge
- Show commitment and progress
Industry recognised
Trusted by more than 8+ million users, TryHackMe is the world's largest cyber security platform. Built with industry experts, SEC1 equips you with skills valued by top cyber security employers.
- Gain a competitive edge
- Prove professional readiness
Flexible learning
SEC1 includes 1000+ on-demand lessons and challenges, giving you everything you need to succeed.
- Comprehensive training for all skill levels
- Fits around your work or studies
Key skills evaluated in TryHackMe SEC1
Operating Systems Fundamental Skills
Understanding Windows and Linux architecture, file systems, user management, security, and basic command-line administration
Network Traffic Analysis
Interpreting network protocols, analysing packets, spotting anomalous traffic, and understanding network data flow.
Web Application Security
Recognising web vulnerabilities, understanding how web apps work, and applying pentesting methods to find weaknesses
Security Operations
Applying defensive security: log analysis, threat detection, incident response, and SOC monitoring tools
Password Attacks and Credential Security
Understanding brute-force and dictionary attacks, password cracking techniques, and authentication mechanisms
Malware Analysis Fundamentals
Identifying malware types, understanding their behaviour, and using basic static and dynamic analysis techniques
Getting TryHackMe SEC1 certified
Complete the learning
Build strong cyber security fundamentals across operating systems, networking, and core red and blue team concepts through hands-on labs and real-world scenarios
Start the exam
Apply your foundational cyber security skills in a fully hands-on, scenario-based exam that tests real-world tasks across offensive and defensive domains—no multiple-choice questions
Get certified and progress with confidence
Access your digital certificate, showcase your achievement with a Credly digital badge, and use Cyber Security 101 as a verified foundation for advanced learning and career growth
Don't just take our word for it
From an IT hiring manager's perspective, this certification covers practical, day-to-day topics that juniors in any IT role will benefit from, not just cyber specialists. When I see SEC1, I know the candidate has demonstrated a functional understanding of IT concepts, saving our trainers valuable time.
This is the certification I wish had been available to help guide me at the beginning of my cyber security career.
The exam details
24-Hour Window
Complete the exam at your own pace within 24 hours.
€131
Already a Premium or Max subscriber? Enjoy a 15% discount on the exam fee.
Learning included
Get 3 months of premium access to Pre Security and Cyber Security 101 paths.
1 free retake
If you don't pass on your first attempt, we've got you covered with one free retake.
Building the certification
Industry Research
Validated foundational skills with managers and practitioners
Learning insights
Shaped by Cyber 101 path and learner insights
Clear Scope
Assesses core operating system, network, red and blue skills
Beta Testing
Tested with beginners, students, and early-career learners
Final Validation
Reviewed by senior cyber practitioners and experts
