Why should you attend?

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

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

Educational approach

• This training course combines theoretical concepts with best practices for implementing the SOC 2 framework.
• The training course contains essay-type exercises and multiple-choice quizzes, some of which are scenario-based.
• The participants are encouraged to interact and have meaningful discussions with each other while working on quizzes and exercises, creating a collaborative learning environment.
• The quiz format closely mirrors that of the certification exam, ensuring participants are well-prepared for the exam.

Prerequisites

The main requirement for participating in this training is having general knowledge of information security practices, information systems and their security controls, compliance standards, and SOC 2 principles.

Course Agenda

Day 1: Introduction to the SOC 2 framework

Day 2: Risk management and policy development

Day 3: Implementing SOC 2 controls and incident response

Day 4: Auditing, reporting, and continual improvement

Day 5: Certification exam

Examination

The “PECB Certified Lead SOC 2 Analyst” exam meets the PECB Examination and Certification Program (ECP) requirements. 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

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

General Information

• Certification and examination fees are included in the price of the training course.
• Participants will receive training course materials containing over 450 pages of information, practical examples, 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.
• Candidates who have completed the training course but failed the exam are eligible to retake the exam once for free within 12 months from the initial exam date.

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