PRACTICAL JUNIOR MALWARE RESEARCHER

LEARN HOW TO HACK,
THEN PROVE IT.

The intermediate-level Practical Junior Malware Researcher (PJMR) exam prepares students for a career in malware analysis. Students will document malware samples, report on their findings, and create detection rules.

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Practical Junior Malware Researcher

LEARN HOW TO HACK,
THEN PROVE IT.

The intermediate-level Practical Junior Malware Researcher (PJMR) exam prepares students for a career in malware analysis. Students will document malware samples, report on their findings, and create detection rules.

What is the Practical Junior Malware Researcher (PJMR) Certification?

The Practical Junior Malware Researcher (PJMR) is a one-of-a-kind certification focused on malware analysis, research, and triage. This unique exam experience will put the student in the shoes of an enterprise-level malware researcher who must identify, report on, and remediate malware. Students will have five (5) full days to complete the assessment and an additional two (2) days to write a professional report. 

How to Pass the PJMR Exam

In order to receive the certification, a student must:

Apply a wide array of malware analysis methodologies to document the technical details of malware samples.

Create a professional malware analysis report that documents each sample’s key technical facts.

Create detection rules based on malware characteristics.

TCM Security exam vouchers never expire and come with lifetime access to the training materials the exam is based on. We highly recommend preparing before attempting the exam. If you don’t initially succeed, don’t worry! We never want to profit on failure and include one free retake with every exam voucher. 

Practical Junior Malware Researcher Exam Format

Like all TCM Security certifications, the PJMR exam was designed to teach students how to apply their skills in a real-world situation. Our exams provide an experience that is similar to what you will be asked to do in a professional environment.

NO multiple choice questions.

WHAT IS INCLUDED

9+ Hours of On-Demand Training (Lifetime)

Hands-On Local Labs

1 Exam Attempt + 1 Free Retake (Lifetime)

5 Days to Complete the Exam

2 Days to Write Report

24/7/365 Course Support (Lifetime)

Prerequisites
Beginner IT Knowledge
Comfort in the Linux and Windows Command Line
Computer w/ 6GB of RAM and Capable of Running Virtual Machines

$399

$319

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Veterans, Active Military, First Responders, Students, and Educators can save 20% on all certifications! Email support@tcm-sec.com with proof to get a custom discount code.

Who Should Take the Practical Junior Malware Researcher Exam?

The PJMR is an intermediate-level exam focusing on the realm of malware analysis. Malware analysis is a critical skill in the cyber security field. It can be a standalone job role in and of itself or supplement many different blue team roles. These job roles include:

  • Malware Analyst
  • Malware Reverse Engineer
  • Security Researcher
  • Threat Hunter
  • SOC Analyst
  • Incident Response
  • Detection Engineer
  • Adversary Emulation/Red Team Operator

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“Overall, I had a lot of fun taking the PJMR exam and I would recommend anyone looking for a place to start in malware analysis, to consider the Practical Junior Malware Researcher (PJMR) Certification.”Read full review

“Overall, the required coursework provided me with an incredible amount of knowledge, and I believe I learned even more during the PJMR exam itself. The exam truly pushed me to my limits, and I am grateful for the experience and the valuable insights it provided.”Read full review

“I would recommend both this course and the exam to anyone who wants to learn more about Malware Analysis. The practical application of these skills is wide, and TCM Security makes sure you would learn all the fundamentals there.” – Read full review

How to Prepare for the PJMR Exam

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In addition to the lifetime voucher and exam attempt, students who enroll in the PJMR certification will receive the following:

Lifetime access to over nine hours of training materials from the Practical Malware Analysis & Triage course on TCM Academy. The PJMR exam was built from the information and resources that you will find delivered in this course material, including:

  • Safe Malware Handling
  • Fundamentals of Malware Analysis
  • Advanced Analysis Techniques
  • Learn malware in multiple programming languages
  • Centered on practical labs that bring malware samples to bear in a safe, controlled environment.
  • Learn to handle malware safely and construct an isolated lab environment
  • Learn the basics of malware analysis on samples designed to teach you the core analysis concepts
  • Learn to use automated workflows and advanced analysis to extract key facts about real-world specimens
  • Learn the keys to writing detection rules and triage reports to tell the world what you have learned

To view the full course curriculum, please visit our Academy page here: https://academy.tcm-sec.com/p/practical-malware-analysis-triage

How to Prepare for the PJMR Exam

In addition to the lifetime voucher and exam attempt, students who enroll in the PJMR certification will receive the following:

Lifetime access to over nine hours of training materials from the Practical Malware Analysis & Triage course on TCM Academy.  The PJMR exam was built from the information and resources that you will find delivered in this course material, including:

  • Safe Malware Handling
  • Fundamentals of Malware Analysis
  • Advanced Analysis Techniques
  • Learn malware in multiple programming languages
  • Centered on practical labs that bring malware samples to bear in a safe, controlled environment.
  • Learn to handle malware safely and construct an isolated lab environment
  • Learn the basics of malware analysis on samples designed to teach you the core analysis concepts
  • Learn to use automated workflows and advanced analysis to extract key facts about real-world specimens
  • Learn the keys to writing detection rules and triage reports to tell the world what you have learned

To view the full course curriculum, please visit our Academy page here: https://academy.tcm-sec.com/p/practical-malware-analysis-triage

All Students Receive

Lifetime Training

Receive lifetime access to video-led training that was developed to help guide you through a hands-on learning experience.

Realistic Exams

Our certification exams are designed to provide the student with a real-world test experience.

Free Retake

If for any reason you need to take the exam a second time, we include a free retake voucher. We don’t profit from your failures.

Industry Recognized

We are pleased to provide the most realistic and cost-effective cybersecurity certifications recognized by industry professionals and organizations.

Non-Invasive Experience

Complete the exam in the comfort of your own home without proctors or installed monitoring software.

Stable Environments

Get unlimited access to our stable student exam environments. Hosted safely for you in the cloud.

Unbeatable Support

We proudly offer 24/7/365 customer support with the additional benefit of access to our community Discord with over 50,000+ students.

Discounts

We happily provide military, veterans, students, teachers, and first responders with a 20% off coupon, valid on certification vouchers. Reach out to support@tcm-sec.com with proof to get your code.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a set-up malware analysis lab ahead of time to take this exam?
No, the exam environment includes a pre-built malware analysis lab that you can access through the exam VPN. All you need is the exam VPN file and a web browser.
Who can take the PJMR?
Any individual from any country is eligible to sit for the PJMR exam.  Individuals under the age of 18 years old must submit a Parental Consent Form prior to purchasing the exam voucher.
What are some job roles that this exam prepares students for?
Malware analysis is a critical skill in the cyber security field. It can be a stand alone job role in and of itself or supplement many different roles. The job roles include Malware Analyst, Malware Reverse Engineer, Security Researcher, Threat Hunter, SOC Analyst, Incident Response, Detection Engineer, and Adversary Emulation/Red Team Operator.
Does the certification expire?
No, the Practical Junior Malware Researcher certification does not expire at this time.
Does my exam voucher expire?
No, exam vouchers do not expire.
Does my training expire?
No, you will have access to your training for life.
Will I receive a digital certification?
Yes! You can view an example of those here.
How long is the exam?
The exam environment permits five full days to perform analysis on multiple samples, though you can complete the analysis ahead of time

You will have an additional two days to write a professional report and submit it to our team.

How difficult is the exam?
Everyone is different, however, we believe that:

If you are a beginner, the exam will be very difficult and we strongly recommend that you purchase the associated training.

If you are a junior malware researcher, the exam will be difficult and may require additional training.

If you are a mid to senior-level malware analyst, researcher, or reverse engineer, the exam will be of moderate difficulty.

Is the provided training enough to pass the exam?
Yes.  It was designed for student’s to pass the exam with the training.  The training is designed for students from absolute beginner to moderate levels and will teach you the skills necessary to be successful as a malware analyst.
Do you offer any discounts?
Yes! We are veteran-owned and want to thank you for your service.

We offer a 20% discount to current and former military as well as first responders (Police, EMTs, Firefighters, Nurses, Doctors, etc.), regardless of country.  We also extend this discount to students.

Please email support@tcm-sec.com with proof of first responder status, such as a discharge form, ID, etc. and we will issue you a coupon code to use on purchase.  If you are a student, please email us from a valid educational address or provide proof of current enrollment.

Is the exam proctored?
No.  We do monitor network traffic in the exam environment and have detection mechanisms in place for cheating in the environment and the exam, but there will be no proctor or intrusive software to install on your machine.
Do you offer printed certifications?
In efforts to stay green, we do not offer printed certifications.  However, our certifications come in a high quality printable format and you’re welcome to have them printed on your own accord.

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