What is included?

• You have 12 months time as of reception of the learning material to learn, do the exam and get your certification
  
• Certification and examination fees are included in the price of the training course 
• Participants will be provided with the training course material containing over 450 pages of explanatory information, examples, best practices, exercises, and quizzes
  
• 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 candidates do not pass the exam, they are entitled to a free retake within 12 months from the date the coupon code is received  
• + 20% reduction on the first year subscription for our all-in-one ISMS/GRC management solution

Why should you take this training course?

 In current the digital age, information security is a critical concern for most industries. SOC 2 compliance is crucial for organizations handling sensitive data and outsourcing key business operations. SOC 2 compliance demonstrates a commitment to data security and privacy. This training course equips participants with the skills to manage and mitigate information security risks, align with regulatory requirements, and build trust with clients and stakeholders. 

Upon passing the exam, participants can apply for the “PECB Certified Lead SOC 2 Analyst” credential, showcasing their proficiency in effectively managing SOC 2 compliance and enhancing their ability to ensure the integrity and security of their organization’s information systems.

Who should attend?

This training course is intended for:

• Managers or consultants seeking to expand their knowledge of SOC 2 compliance and controls
• IT professionals and information security risk managers seeking to enhance their expertise in SOC 2 requirements and best practices
• Compliance officers responsible for establishing, implementing, and managing SOC 2 compliance programs within their organizations
• Members of audit and compliance teams involved in SOC 2 readiness assessments and internal audits
• Professionals seeking to establish and manage effective information security and compliance controls that meet SOC 2 criteria
• Executives and business leaders who must comprehend SOC 2 compliance to assist their company’s risk management and compliance programs
• Security analysts and incident response coordinators tasked with ensuring the security, availability, processing integrity, confidentiality, and privacy of information systems

Training course structure?

Learning objectives?

 By the end of this training course, you will be able to:

• Explain the fundamental concepts and principles of the SOC 2 framework 
• Interpret the SOC 2 requirements from an analytical perspective
• Initiate and plan the implementation of security measures based on SOC 2 requirements by utilizing PECB’s methodology and other best practices
• Support an organization in operating, maintaining, and continually improving security measures based on SOC 2 requirements
• Prepare an organization to undergo a SOC 2 certification audit

Examination?

The “PECB Certified NIS 2 Directive Lead Implementer” exam meets all the requirements of the PECB Examination and Certification Program (ECP). It covers the following competency domains:

• Domain 1: Fundamental principles and concepts of SOC 2 Framework   
• Domain 2: SOC 2 criteria
• Domain 3: Planning of SOC 2 requirements implementation
• Domain 4: Implementation of SOC 2 requirements  
• Domain 5: Monitoring of security measures and preparing for SOC 2 certification audit 

Duration: 3 hours
Location: Online through the PECB app OR in person in one of the PECB exam centers
Preparation: PECB Exam Preparation Guides
Language: The exam is available in multiple other languages and does not need to be taken in the same language as the training material. Additional time can be requested when your native language is not available in your mother tongue (to be requested by candidates on the exam day)
Retake: In case you fail the exam, you can retake it within 12 months following the initial attempt for free

For specific information about the exam type, languages available, and other details, please visit the List of PECB Exams and the Examination Rules and Policies.

Certification?

After successfully passing the exam, you can apply for one of the credentials shown on the table below. You will receive a certification once you fulfill all the requirements of the selected credential. 

The SOC 2 project experience should follow best implementation practices and include the following:

• Conducting a gap analysis on a SOC 2 program
• Developing an information security policy
• Assessing and treating information security risks
• Implementing SOC 2 controls
• Measuring and reporting SOC 2 performance and metrics

Note: For more information about NIS 2 Directive certifications and the PECB Certification process, please refer to Certification Rules and Policies.

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