ISO 18788 Security Operations Management System

What is ISO 18788?

ISO 18788 specifies the requirements and provides guidance for organizations that conduct or contract security operations. Moreover, it provides a framework for establishing, implementing, operating, monitoring, reviewing, maintaining and improving a Security Operations Management System. It enables the constant development of security services, while ensuring customer safety and respect for human rights. This standard demonstrates compliance with laws and regulations, respect for human rights, and the establishment of professional security operations to better meet the customer’s and stakeholder’s needs.

Why is Security Operations Management System important for you?

The importance of ISO 18788 stands on the ability of the organization to detect appropriate legal and regulatory guidelines and also support business functions and the supply chain. This standard is appropriate for any kind of organization involved in conducting or contracting security operations. The ISO 18788 certification helps you to establish, implement, maintain and improve a Security Operations Management System and at the same time assures that the organization has implemented effective management controls.

In addition, it demonstrates the organization’s commitment to continuously provide qualitative services that meet customer’s needs, protect the customer’s and organization’s reputation, while adhering to applicable laws and human rights requirements. By attending the PECB training courses and acquiring ISO 18788 credentials, you will gain the necessary expertise to support an organization in implementing and managing a Private Security Operations Management System (SOMS). Furthermore, you will acquire the appropriate skills to manage a Security Operations team. 

Benefits of ISO 18788 Security Operations Management System

PECB Certified ISO 18788 individuals will enable the organization to:

  • Provide reliability and establish effective Corporate Governance
  • Strengthen credibility and protect reputation
  • Ensure the quality and professionalism of security organizations
  • Establish sustained customer improvements
  • Provide confidence to customers, governments and communities
  • Increase the potential of operational success

How do I get started with ISO 18788 Trainings?

If you need help getting started, our experts will assist you through the process of implementing the best security operations practices in your organization. With the right combination of focus and dedication, you can become ISO 18788 certified and distinguish yourself. 

Learn more about Private Security Operations through the PECB ISO 18788 training course. Our training course covers useful guidelines and practices, which allow you to better implement and manage a Security Operations Management System. Check the training courses below and find the one that suits you best.

TRAINING COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES
ISO 18788 INTRODUCTIONUnderstand the main concepts of a Security Operations Management System (SOMS)1 DAY
ISO 18788 FOUNDATION Become acquainted with the fundamentals of a SOMS and best practices to implement and manage one based on ISO 187882 DAYS
ISO 18788 LEAD IMPLEMENTER Develop the skills and knowledge to support an organization in implementing, managing, and maintaining a SOMS based on ISO 187885 DAYS
ISO 18788 LEAD AUDITOR Develop the necessary skills to perform a SOMS audit by applying widely recognized audit principles, procedures, and techniques5 DAYS