Certified Lead SOC 2 Analyst Training 

The Lead SOC 2 Analyst training course equips participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to support organizations in establishing and implementing security measures based on the SOC 2 requirements. These requirements are established by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), specifying how service organizations should handle sensitive customer data based on five trust security services: security, availability, integrity, confidentiality, and privacy. In addition to earning proficiency in SOC 2, participants will also learn about the role of key stakeholders and the importance of working with other organizations to ensure effective compliance management and possess the necessary competencies to manage a SOC 2 implementation team.

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.

Learning objectives

This training course will help you:

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Educational approach

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

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.

Certification

After successfully passing the exam, you can apply for one of the credentials below. You will receive the certificate once you comply with all the relevant requirements.