ISO 18788 Lead Implementer
Why Should You Attend?
ISO 18788 Lead Implementer training enables you to develop the necessary expertise to help an organization establish, implement, manage, and maintain a Security Operations Management System (SOMS) based on ISO 18788. Implementing SOMS ensures the protection and safeguarding of clients’ lives and property while respecting fundamental freedoms, human rights, and adhering to both national and international laws. This course will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the best practices in Security Operations Management Systems and enable you to apply these practices within an organization.
Upon mastering all the essential concepts of Security Operations Management Systems, you can take the exam and apply for the « PECB Certified ISO 18788 Lead Implementer » credential. Holding this certification will demonstrate that you possess the practical knowledge and professional capabilities necessary to implement ISO 18788 in an organization.
Who Should Attend?
- Managers or consultants involved in Private Security Operations
- Expert advisors looking to master the implementation of a Security Operations Management System
- Individuals responsible for maintaining conformance with SOMS requirements
- SOMS team members
Learning Objectives
By attending this course, you will:
- Understand the correlation between ISO 18788 and other standards and regulatory frameworks
- Master the concepts, approaches, methods, and techniques for implementing and effectively managing a SOMS
- Learn how to interpret the ISO 18788 requirements in the specific context of an organization
- Gain expertise on how to support an organization in planning, implementing, managing, monitoring, and maintaining a SOMS
- Acquire the skills to advise an organization on implementing Security Operations Management System best practices
Educational Approach
The training includes both practical and theoretical aspects of SOMS implementation:
- Lecture sessions illustrated with real-world case study examples
- Practical exercises based on a case study, followed by group discussions
- Practice tests that simulate the certification exam
Prerequisites
A fundamental understanding of ISO 18788 and comprehensive knowledge of implementation principles is required.
Course Agenda
| Day | Topic |
|---|---|
| Day 1 | Introduction to ISO 18788 and initiation of a SOMS |
| Day 2 | Planning the implementation of a SOMS |
| Day 3 | Implementing a SOMS based on ISO 18788 |
| Day 4 | 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 |
|---|
| 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 the exam type, available languages, and other details, please visit the PECB Exams List and the Examination Rules and Policies.
Certification
Upon successful completion of the exam, you can apply for the following credentials:
| 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: 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: 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: 1,000 hours | Signing the PECB Code of Ethics |
Note: PECB Certified Individuals who hold the Lead Implementer and Lead Auditor Credentials are qualified for the respective PECB Master Credential, provided they have taken 4 additional Foundation Exams related to this scheme. For more details about the Foundation Exams and the Master Requirements, please contact us .
To be considered valid, these implementation activities must follow best practices and include the following tasks:
- Drafting a SOMS plan
- Initiating a SOMS implementation
- Implementing a SOMS
- Monitoring and managing the SOMS implementation
- Performing continual improvement measures
General Information
- Certification and examination fees are included in the training course price.
- Training material, which contains over 450 pages of information and practical examples, will be provided.
- An attestation of course completion worth 31 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) credits will be issued to participants who attend the training course.
- If you fail the exam, you can retake it within 12 months free of charge.
