About the Course
ISO 18788 Lead Implementer training enables you to develop the necessary expertise to support an organization in establishing, implementing, managing and maintaining a Security Operations Management System (SOMS) based on ISO 18788. The SOMS implementation ensures the protection and safeguarding of clients’ lives and property by respecting the fundamental freedoms, human rights, and national and international laws. During this training course, you will gain a thorough understanding of the best practices of Security Operations Management Systems and be able to apply them in an organization.
Course Agenda
Day 1: Introduction to ISO 18788 and initiation of a SOMS
Day 2: Plan the implementation of a SOMS
Day 3: Implementation of a SOMS
Day 4: SOMS monitoring, continuous improvement and preparation for a certification audit
Day 5: Certification Exam
Examination
The “PECB Certified ISO 18788 Lead Implementer” exam fully meets the requirements of the PECB Examination and Certification Programme (ECP). The exam covers the following competency domains:
Domain 1: Fundamental principles and concepts of a Security Operations Management System (SOMS)
Domain 2: Security Operations Management System (SOMS)
Domain 3: Planning a SOMS implementation based on ISO 18788
Domain 4: Implementing a SOMS based on ISO 18788
Domain 5: Performance evaluation, monitoring and measurement of a SOMS based on ISO 18788
Domain 6: Continual improvement of a SOMS based on ISO 18788
Domain 7: Preparing for a SOMS certification audit
For specific information about exam type, languages available, and other details, please visit the List of PECB Exams and the Examination Rules and Policies.
Certification
Upon the successful completion of the exam, you can apply for the credentials shown on the table below. You will receive a certificate once you comply with all the requirements related to the selected credential. For more information about ISO 18788 certifications and the PECB certification process, please refer to the Certification Rules and Policies.
Credential | Exam | Professional experience | SOMMS project experience | Other requirements |
PECB Certified ISO 18788 Provisional Implementer | PECB Certified ISO 18788 Lead Implementer Exam or equivalent | None | None | Signing the PECB Code of Ethics |
PECB Certified ISO 18788 Implementer | PECB Certified ISO 18788 Lead Implementer Exam or equivalent | Two years: One year of work experience in Security Operations Management | Project activities: a total of 200 hours | Signing the PECB Code of Ethics |
PECB Certified ISO 18788 Lead Implementer | PECB Certified ISO 18788 Lead Implementer Exam or equivalent | Five years: Two years of work experience in Security Operations Management | Project activities: a total of 300 hours | Signing the PECB Code of Ethics |
PECB Certified ISO 18788 Senior Lead Implementer | PECB Certified ISO 18788 Lead Implementer Exam or equivalent | Ten years: Seven years of work experience in Security Operations Management | Project activities: a total of 1,000 hours | Signing the PECB Code of Ethics |
Note: PECB Certified Individuals who do possess the Lead Implementer and Lead Auditor Credentials are qualified for the respective PECB Master Credential, given they have taken 4 additional Foundation Exams which are related to this scheme. For more detailed information about the Foundation Exams and the overall Master Requirements, please go to the following link: https://pecb.com/master-credentials.
To be considered valid, these implementation activities should follow best implementation practices and include the following activities:
Drafting a SOMS plan
Initiating a SOMS implementation
Implementing a SOMS
Monitoring and managing a SOMS implementation
Performing continual improvement measures
General Information
Certification and examination fees are included in the price of the training course
Training material containing over 450 pages of information and practical examples will be distributed
An attestation of course completion worth 31 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) credits will be issued to the participants who have attended the training course.
In case of exam failure, you can retake the exam within 12 months free of charge
For additional information, please contact us at info@bonegaconsulting.com.
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