The ISO 18788 Lead Implementer training course enables participants 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. SOMS implementation ensures the protection and safeguarding of clients’ lives and property while respecting fundamental freedoms, human rights, and applicable national and international laws. Throughout this program, participants will gain a thorough understanding of Security Operations Management System best practices and develop the ability to apply them within an organizational context.
After mastering the essential concepts of Security Operations Management Systems, participants may sit for the examination and apply for the “PECB Certified ISO 18788 Lead Implementer” credential. Holding this certification demonstrates practical knowledge and professional capabilities to implement ISO 18788 within an organization.
Who Should Attend?
This training course is intended for:
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
Learning Objectives
Upon completing this training course, participants will be able to:
Recognize the correlation between ISO 18788 and other relevant standards and regulatory frameworks
Master the concepts, approaches, methods, and techniques employed in the implementation and effective management of a SOMS
Interpret ISO 18788 requirements within the specific context of an organization
Support an organization in effectively planning, implementing, managing, monitoring, and maintaining a SOMS
Acquire the expertise to advise organizations on implementing Security Operations Management System best practices
Educational Approach
The training incorporates both practical and theoretical aspects of SOMS implementation
Lecture sessions are illustrated with case study examples
Practical exercises are based on case studies and followed by group discussions
Practice tests are structured to closely reflect the format and content of the certification examination
Prerequisites
Participants should possess a fundamental understanding of ISO 18788 and comprehensive knowledge of implementation principles.
The course covers five days of content, with the certification exam on the fifth day, and carries 31 CPD credits. In the self-study format you cover the same material at your own pace.
Yes. The course fee includes the PECB certification and examination fees. If you do not pass, one complimentary retake is available within 12 months of your first attempt.
Participants should possess a fundamental understanding of ISO 18788 and comprehensive knowledge of implementation principles.
It is available as self-study (English). Choose the format and language before adding the course to your cart.
There is no scheduled live class for this course at the moment. Organizations that want a dedicated live session can contact us at [email protected].
PECB issues the certificate. After passing the exam you can apply for the “PECB Certified ISO 18788 Lead Implementer” credential. Horus Academy is a PECB Authorized Silver Partner and does not issue the certificate itself.
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
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.
| 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. To be considered valid, these implementation activities should follow best implementation practices and include the following activities:
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
