ISO 18788 Foundation Course Overview

To ensure that participants are well-prepared and can get the most out of the ISO 18788 Foundation course, the following minimum prerequisites are recommended:

• Basic understanding of security management principles
• Familiarity with operational security measures and practices
• Awareness of the importance of a Security Operations Management System (SOMS)
• Ability to comprehend professional literature and standards documentation in English

Please note that these prerequisites are intended to provide a foundation for the training. Individuals with a keen interest in security operations management and a willingness to learn are encouraged to enroll. No prior certification or advanced knowledge is required to successfully undertake this course.

Target Audience for ISO 18788 Foundation

1. The ISO 18788 Foundation course imparts key concepts of Security Operations Management, targeting professionals in security management roles.

   
   

2. Job roles and audience for the course:

   
   

• Security Managers and Consultants
• Corporate Security Advisors
• Risk and Compliance Officers
• Operations Managers
• Security Operations and Incident Response Team Members
• Human Resources Managers involved in security personnel hiring
• Quality Assurance Managers overseeing security operations
• Professionals aspiring to work in Security Operations Management
• Security System Integrators and Auditors
• Private Security Company Personnel
• Individuals responsible for maintaining a SOMS as per ISO 18788 standards
• Security Personnel seeking ISO certification to enhance their qualifications

Learning Objectives - What you will Learn in this ISO 18788 Foundation?

1. Introduction: The ISO 18788 Foundation course provides essential knowledge on Security Operations Management Systems (SOMS), aligning private security operations with internationally recognized standards.

2. Learning Objectives and Outcomes:

• Understand the key concepts and principles behind ISO 18788 and Security Operations Management Systems (SOMS).
• Learn the importance of establishing, implementing, operating, monitoring, reviewing, and improving a SOMS.
• Gain insights into the management of security operations and the application of ISO 18788 standards.
• Recognize the roles and responsibilities of security operations personnel within the framework of ISO 18788.
• Identify the risk management principles pertinent to security operations and how they integrate with SOMS.
• Develop the ability to set up performance metrics and indicators for security operations effectiveness and compliance.
• Grasp the significance of human rights considerations and the legal and voluntary commitments of private security service providers.
• Understand the framework for managing incidents and ensuring continuous improvement in security operations.
• Learn how to align private security company policies with international best practices and customer expectations.
• Prepare for further training and certification in the planning, implementation, and management of a compliant Security Operations Management System.