Lead SOC 2 (Systems and Organization Controls) Analyst

This course prepares professionals to implement, manage, and audit SOC 2 controls—empowering organizations to safeguard sensitive information and build digital trust.

On-Site
In-Person Training at Our Academy (Scheduled Sessions)
€3,500.00
Online-Live
Live Instructor-led Sessions (Online via Zoom/MS Teams)
€2,950.00

overview

The Lead SOC 2 Analyst course empowers professionals with the essential knowledge and practical tools to support organizations in implementing robust security measures aligned with SOC 2 requirements. Developed by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), these requirements define how service organizations must manage customer data across five core trust principles: security, availability, processing integrity, confidentiality, and privacy.
Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of SOC 2 implementation, stakeholder collaboration, and how to lead compliance efforts within an organization.


Why Attend This Course?

In today’s digital era, safeguarding sensitive data is vital across all industries. SOC 2 compliance has become a benchmark for organizations that manage confidential client data or outsource business functions.
This course equips participants with the knowledge and skills to manage SOC 2 initiatives, mitigate security risks, address regulatory expectations, and strengthen client trust.

Upon successfully passing the certification exam, participants can apply for the PECB Certified Lead SOC 2 Analyst credential, showcasing their capability to lead SOC 2 compliance projects and contribute to the secure operation of information systems.


Who Should Enroll?

This training is ideal for:

  • Managers and consultants aiming to deepen their expertise in SOC 2 compliance

  • IT professionals and security risk managers looking to adopt best practices

  • Compliance officers tasked with implementing and managing SOC 2 programs

  • Audit and compliance team members involved in readiness assessments

  • Professionals building security controls that align with SOC 2 criteria

  • Business leaders supporting compliance and risk management strategies

  • Security analysts and incident response teams protecting organizational data


Key Learning Outcomes

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

  • Describe the core principles and structure of the SOC 2 framework

  • Analyze and interpret SOC 2 criteria from a practical perspective

  • Plan and initiate security control implementations using PECB methodology and global best practices

  • Support the ongoing maintenance and improvement of SOC 2 controls

  • Prepare the organization for successful SOC 2 audit certification


Instructional Approach

This course offers a blend of conceptual knowledge and real-world application. Participants will engage in:

  • Practical exercises and scenario-based quizzes

  • Interactive discussions and group learning activities

  • Exam-style quizzes that mirror the actual certification format

This immersive and collaborative format ensures participants are well-prepared to apply their knowledge and succeed in the final exam.


Prerequisites

To benefit fully from this training, participants should have a foundational understanding of:

  • Information security concepts and practices

  • Information systems and their control mechanisms

  • Compliance and audit frameworks

  • SOC 2 core principles


Enhancing Digital Trust through SOC 2 Compliance

The Lead SOC 2 Analyst certification plays a pivotal role in building digital trust. It equips professionals with the expertise to implement and sustain SOC 2 compliance, demonstrating an organization’s commitment to securing data and protecting stakeholder interests.
By aligning with SOC 2 standards, organizations enhance their reputation, reinforce client confidence, and ensure the secure handling of sensitive information in an increasingly regulated world.


  • Certificate and examination fees are included in the price of the training course.
  • Candidates who have completed the training course but failed the exam are eligible to retake the exam once for free within a 12-month period from the initial date of the exam.

Examination

Duration: 3 hours

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

Certification

After successfully passing the exam, you can apply for one of the credentials shown on the table below. You will receive a certification once you fulfill all the requirements of the selected credential.

Professional CredentialEducationExamProfessional ExperienceSOC 2 Project ExperienceOther Requirements
SOC 2 Provisional AnalystNoneNone
SOC 2 AnalystAt least secondary educationLead SOC 2 AnalystTwo years: One year of work experience in information security200 hoursSigning the PECB Code of Ethics
Lead SOC 2 AnalystFive years: Two years of work experience in information security300 hours
Senior Lead SOC 2 AnalystTen years: Seven years of work experience in information security1,000 hours

Addtional 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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