- Acknowledge the correlation between ISO 18788 and other standards and regulatory frameworks
- Master the concepts, approaches, methods, and techniques used for the implementation and effective management of a SOMS
- Learn how to interpret the ISO 18788 requirements in the specific context of an organization
- Learn how to support an organization to effectively plan, implement, manage, monitor, and maintain a SOMS
- Acquire the expertise to advise an organization in implementing Security Operations Management System best practices
Day 1 Introduction to ISO 18788 and initiation of a SOMS
- Course objectives and structure
- Standards and regulatory frameworks
- Security Operations Management System (SOMS)
- Initiate the SOMS implementation
- Understand the organization and clarify the security operations objectives
Day 2 Plan the implementation of a SOMS
- Leadership and approval of the SOMS project
- SOMS scope
- Policies for security operations management
- Risk assessment
Day 3 Implementation of a SOMS
- Security operations objectives
- Organizational structure
- Resource management
- Awareness and communication
- Documentation management
- Operations management
- Security service and establishment of a code of ethics
- Incident management
Day 4 SOMS monitoring, continuous improvement, and preparation for a certification audit
- Monitoring, measurement, analysis, and evaluation
- Internal audit
- Management review
- Treatment of non-conformities
- Continual improvement
- Preparing for the certification audit
- Competence and evaluation of implementers
- Closing the training
Day 5 Certification Exam
Becoming certified as an ISO 18788 Security Operations Management Lead Implementer offers significant advantages:
- Expertise in Standards: Demonstrates deep knowledge of internationally recognized ISO 18788 standards for security operations management.
- Career Opportunities: Opens doors to advanced roles like Security Manager, Consultant, or Auditor, where implementation expertise is crucial.
- Risk Management: Enables effective assessment and mitigation of security risks according to ISO 18788 guidelines.
- Global Recognition: Provides global recognition of skills in security operations management, valuable for international career opportunities.
- Client Confidence: Builds trust with clients by demonstrating adherence to best practices in security management.
- Professional Development: Offers ongoing learning and growth opportunities by staying updated with evolving security practices and standards.
- Managers or consultants involved in Private Security Operations
- Expert advisors seeking to master the implementation of a Security Operations Management System
- Individuals responsible for maintaining conformance with SOMS requirements
- SOMS team members
A fundamental understating of ISO 18788 and comprehensive knowledge of implementation principles.
Earning the ISO 27001 Lead Implementer Certificate can pave the way for your career in cybersecurity.
This certification ensures that you have the skills and expertise required to establish, implement, maintain, and continually improve an Information Security Management System (ISMS) in an organization.
Achieving certification as an ISO 18788 Security Operations Management Lead Implementer can lead to various career opportunities in the field of security operations and management. Here are some potential career paths:
- Security Manager: Overseeing and managing security operations within an organization, ensuring compliance with ISO 18788 standards.
- Security Consultant: Providing expert advice to organizations on implementing and maintaining security management systems aligned with ISO 18788.
- Security Auditor: Assessing security operations against ISO 18788 standards, identifying areas for improvement, and ensuring compliance.
- Risk Manager: Utilizing ISO 18788 frameworks to assess security risks and develop strategies for risk mitigation.
- Compliance Officer: Ensuring organizational adherence to ISO 18788 and other relevant standards, implementing measures to maintain compliance.
- Operations Manager: Managing day-to-day security operations, ensuring they are aligned with ISO 18788 guidelines for efficiency and effectiveness.
- Training and Development: Providing training and education on ISO 18788 standards and best practices in security operations.
- Exam duration :3 hour
- Pass score: 70%
- Opened/closed book: closed
- If participants don’t get a passing score, they are eligible to retake the exam
After completing the exam, the candidate can apply for the below ISO 18788 Security Operations Management certification credential as per the delegate’s experience.