Information Security Practitioner (S-ISP)

Practical Information Security Officer training by experienced information security specialists

What will you learn?

9Develop an organisation’s strategic vision on information security and integrate information security into corporate governance, organisational culture and business processes;
9Assess and improve strategic and issue-specific information security policies;
9Plan and perform information security risk assessments in line with industry standards and best practices;

Information

10 course days, 7pm - 11pm CEST
47 hours of self-study
R1 CPE credit per study hour

Information Security Practitioner Course – A practical Information Security Officer training

Our Information Security Practitioner course was designed by experienced information security specialists to equip you with the knowledge, practical insights, skills and credentials you need to become an Information Security Officer, Manager or Consultant.

In this hands-on Information Security Officer training, you will consolidate your knowledge of information security and practice an Information Security Officer’s tasks with realistic hands-on assignments in a simulated company environment. First, you will learn how to incorporate information security into an organisation’s governance and culture by developing a strategic vision on information security based on the organisation’s mission, vision, strategy, compliance needs, stakeholder expectations and information security posture. Following the development of a strategic vision, you will be challenged to assess and improve information security policies, perform information security risk assessments, develop ISO 27001 implementation plans, and build a project team to carry out information security projects.

As an Information Security Officer, you may be responsible for raising information security awareness in your organisation. To improve your skills in this area, you will develop an information security awareness action plan tailored to the needs of a specific target group based on behavioural theory.

In addition to the management aspects of information security, you will also grasp the fundamentals of attacker techniques. You will learn how to use open-source intelligence (OSINT) to proactively protect information against emerging threats. Subsequently, you will acquire the essentials of coordinating identity & access management and incident management activities. You will understand access governance and authorisation methods, and explore how to ensure accountability in identity & access management. You will grasp the organisational aspects of establishing an internal Computer Security Incident Response Team (CSIRT), immerse yourself in the incident handling process, identify key performance indicators for incident management and other information security processes, and write effective security reports.

Finally, you will put your newly acquired information security management skills to review an information security audit report and propose an actionable plan that will help the audited company to achieve ISO 27001-compliance.

Is this Information Security Practitioner course for you?

Are you starting a career in information security management? This Information Security Officer training equips you with the skills and credentials you need to become an Information Security Officer, Information Security Manager, Information Security Coordinator, or Information Security Consultant. Are you a line manager or project manager with a direct line to the information security practice? You will also benefit from industry insights and some hands-on practice on information security policies, risk assessments, awareness planning and ISO 27001-implementation.

What is included in this Information Security Practitioner course?

Official SECO-Institute course materials developed by practicing information security officers and consultants;
Online training by passionate instructors who are active in the information security industry;
Practice exam and exam syllabus so you can fully prepare for your certification exam;
Certification exam voucher;
Access to the (S)ECO-system, the SECO-Institute’s professional community website where you will find additional resources and exclusive knowledge events.

Information Security Practitioner Course Modules

Module 1: Defining Core Values & Strategic Goals for Information Security

Topics:

Cyber Security and Information Security
Information Security Management Framework (ISMF)
Defining a Vision on Information Security
Laws and Regulations
Standards and Best Practices
Developing an Information Security Vision

Exercises:

Mission, Vision and Strategy
Vision on Information Security

Module 2: Developing an Information Security Management System

Topics:

Interests, Threats and Resilience
Resilience Management Framework
Risk Management
ISO/IEC 27001
Information Security Policy
Information Security Profile

Exercises:

Resilience Management Framework implementation
Risk Assessment
ISO27001 implementation
Information Security Governance

Module 3: Human Aspects I: Project Management & Leadership

Topics:

Project Management: People
Project Management: Leadership
Project leadership

Exercises:

Leadership skills

Module 4: Human Aspects II: Security Awareness

Topics:

Information Security & Human Behaviour
Security Awareness Measures
Security Awareness Tools
Measuring Behavioural Change
Security Awareness Roadmap

Exercises:

Security Awareness Program Part 1 – Gain Support
Security Awareness Program Part 2 – Security Risks
Security Awareness Program Part 5 – Gap Analysis and Awareness Measures

Module 5: Methods of a Hacker, OSINT & Google Hacking

Topics:

The Methods of the Hacker
Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT)
Google Hacking

Module 6: Identity & Access Management

Topics:

Introduction to Identity & Access Management
IAM Processes
Authentication and Related Services
Identity Governance
Access Governance
Accountability and Identity Intelligence
Responsibilities and Implementation

Module 7: Incident Response & Reporting

Topics:

Introduction to Incident Response
Incident Response Process
Policy and Agreements
CSIRT Services
Reporting

Exercises:

Coordinating incident response
CSIRT services

Module 8: Information Security Audit

Topics:

Audit, Definition and goals
Security audits
Audit process
In-control statement

Module 9: Final Assignment

In this last case study, you will review an information security audit report. Using all you have learnt in the course, you will propose an action plan that will help the audited company to achieve ISO 27001-compliance.

Practice Exam

On your last course day, you will complete a practice exam that mimics the SECO Information Security Practitioner Certification Exam. Having completed the practice exam, you will also have the opportunity to discuss your results with your trainer and the group.

Information Security Practitioner Certification Exam

The certification exam is conducted by the SECO-Institute, Europe’s leading security and continuity certification body. The exam voucher is included in the course fee, but you need to schedule your exam with the SECO-Institute. Upon successful completion of the exam, you will receive an exam certificate and an invitation to register your official SECO-Information Security Practitioner (S-ISP) certification title. By activating your certification title, you will become a certified professional in your field and you will receive a shareable digital badge to verify your competence to clients, employers and fellow professionals.

Exam information

Exam language: English
Exam delivery: Online exam via a certified proctor
Exam format: 10 multiple-choice questions, 5 open questions and one case study
Passing score: 60%
Duration: 120 minutes

Why earn a SECO Information Security Practitioner (S-ISP) certificate?

By passing the S-ISP certification exam and earning a SECO-Information Security Practitioner (S-ISP) certificate, you demonstrate high-level, industry-relevant information security management skills. Most importantly, the S-ISP certificate attests to your ability to integrate information security into corporate governance, organisational culture and business processes, assess and treat information security risks, manage information security projects, interpret information security audit reports, and implement audit recommendations to improve information security compliance and governance.

What are the benefits of an S-ISP certificate?

Information security jobs can be found in every sector, from healthcare to financial services and public administration. As technology develops and security threats evolve, organisations are increasingly looking for professionals who can ensure their security and continuity prospects. An S-ISP certificate allows you to demonstrate core competencies employers look for in aspiring information security managers. With security jobs on the rise and a worldwide security skills shortage, earning an S-ISP title is a unique opportunity to launch and enjoy a rewarding career in a constantly expanding field.