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ISO 18788 Lead Auditor

Build practical expertise in ISO 18788 requirements, audit approaches, and security management practices to strengthen overall operational stability.

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ISO 18788 Lead Auditor

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✓ Auditors seeking to perform and lead Security Operations Management System (SOMS) certification audits

✓ Managers or consultants seeking to master a Security Operations Management System audit process

✓ Individuals responsible for maintaining conformance with SOMS requirements

✓ Technical experts seeking to prepare for a Security Operations Management System audit

✓ Expert advisors in a Security Operations Management

✓ A fundamental understanding of ISO 18788 and comprehensive knowledge of audit principles

The “PECB Certified ISO 18788 Lead Auditor” 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 Systems (SOMS)

Domain 3: Fundamental audit concepts and principles

Domain 4: Preparation of an ISO 18788 audit

Domain 5: Conducting an ISO 18788 audit

Domain 6: Closing an ISO 18788 audit

Domain 7: Managing an ISO 18788 audit programme

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Frequently Asked Questions

🔹What is ISO 18788 Lead Auditor certification?

It is a professional certification that validates your capability to audit, manage, and lead audits for a Security Operations Management System (SOMS) in alignment with ISO 18788 standards.

🔹Who should pursue the ISO 18788 Lead Auditor course?

This certification is designed for security professionals, compliance managers, auditors, consultants, risk managers, and governance leaders responsible for security operations oversight.

🔹What key topics are covered in the ISO 18788 Lead Auditor training?

The program covers ISO 18788 requirements, SOMS framework, audit planning and execution, risk assessment, legal and human rights considerations, audit reporting, and continual improvement.

🔹What is the role of an ISO 18788 Lead Auditor?

A Lead Auditor plans, leads, conducts, and reports on SOMS audits while ensuring compliance, ethical conduct, and continuous improvement across security operations.

🔹What career opportunities does this certification unlock?

It positions professionals for senior audit, compliance, security governance, and consulting roles across private, public, and multinational organizations.