SOC Manager
Certified IT-Security Officer (S-CITSO)
Congratulations on taking the first step to a rewarding career in cyber security and becoming a Certified IT-Security Officer (CITSO).
At the SECO-Institute, we are aware of the growing worldwide need for competent, well-qualified security leaders and specialists. We satisfy this need by developing training programs that enable professionals like you to gain the skill set of an IT-Security Manager. With a SECO- S-CITSO certification, you will be recognised as a qualified Security Manager, and you will set yourself on a path of career success and continuous professional development.
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Become a S-CITSO with a SECO certification
We have designed a complete learning path, enabling you to develop from Foundation level to Certified IT-Security Officer level (S-CITSO). We have designed this certification track with one goal in mind: to give you the knowledge and skills to achieve your career ambitions and establish yourself as a globally recognised IT-Security Officer.
The IT-Security Foundation course (S-ITSF) is designed for professionals who seek to enter the career field. Foundation courses are 2-day courses focused on subject-matter awareness, key concepts and core principles. Following this course, you will understand fundamental information technology and security concepts, and you will gain a practical overview of IT infrastructure components, vulnerabilities and protection mechanisms. Foundation certificates are valuable entry-level qualifications that help you to kick-start a new career and progress to further study.
The IT-Security Practitioner course (S-ITSP) is designed for professionals with solid basic knowledge in the field of IT-security. Practitioner courses are 5-day courses focused on hands-on practice in a simulated business environment. During this training, you employ your skills and knowledge to problem-solve realistic scenarios and case studies relating to a fictional company called Bicsma (See: www.bicsma.com). In this course, you obtain an advanced understanding of incident management, network, system and application security, encryption, identity & access management and ethical hacking. Practitioner certificates are intermediate qualifications that showcase your ability to carry out specific job-related tasks and enable you to progress to the Expert level.
The IT-Security Expert (S-ITSE) certification is designed for Practitioner-level professionals who aspire to become an IT-Security Expert. In this track, the student can choose a specialisation. For example The specialisation SOC manager or IT-Security Manager.
The Certified IT-Security OfficerC (S-CITSO) certification title is the highest achievable qualification in this certification track. To be eligible for the Certified IT-Security Officer title, you need to demonstrate Expert-level knowledge (SECO Expert certificate or equivalent) and at least 7 years of relevant work experience, such as an IT-Security manager or a specialisation like SOC Manager, of which 5 in a leadership role. Certified IT-Security Officer (S-CTISO) qualifications are awarded to candidates upon a thorough assessment of their professional achievements and certificates.
We help you study – join the (S)ECO-System –
Your success is important to us, and so is your future as an emerging security professional. The (S)ECO-system provides you many options to help you prepare for your certification exams. As a student you can join the (S)ECO-system for free and get access to:
- Study guides
- Sample exams
- Knowledge base with articles, video’s and more
- Study advisors who can help you with specific question during your study
How to start?
You want to become a SOC Manager but where to start? Depending on your level of expertise you may need to study a bit more before claiming the S-CITSO certification title.
Step 1: Join our (S)ECO-System
Register a free student account on our member website Your training institute will provide more information). As a registered SECO-student, you will have the opportunity to access valuable extras and ask questions of certified professionals.
Also join our LinkedIn company page. On a daily base, we inform you about new courses, interesting articles and much more.
Step 2: Start your course
- We offer different ways to start your study
Step 3: Book your exam
You can book your certification exam with an accredited SECO-partner or directly with the SECO-Institute. Our online examination system allows you to take exams from the convenience of your home or office, 24 hours a day and 7 days a week.
The SECO-Institute delivers 3 types of certification exams:
- Foundation exams:
Foundation exams consist of 40 multiple-choice questions. Candidates have 1 hour to complete the exam. The pass mark is 60%.
- Practitioner exams:
Practitioner exams consist of multiple-choice questions, short open-ended questions and a case study. Candidates have 2 hours to complete the exam. The pass mark is 60%.
- Expert exams:
Expert exams consist of multiple-choice questions, short open-ended questions and a case study. Candidates have 3 hours to complete the exam. The pass mark is 60%.
Step 4: Claim your certification title and become a SECO member
Upon successful completion of your exam, you will receive a certificate. In the possession of a SECO-certificate, you can apply for a SECO certification title and digital badge (S-ITSF, S-ITSP, S-ITSE, S-CITSO).
If you apply for your certification title you will become a SECO-Institute member. As a SECO Member, we provide you with networking opportunities and safeguards the value of our certifications by encouraging and stimulating continuing professional development. By becoming a member of our (S)ECO-system and using a SECO title, you demonstrate to employers and fellow professionals that your competence is up to date.
Step 5: Share your knowledge
The (S)ECO-System offers an extensive pool of knowledge and expertise. Our community is a network of worldwide members, certified trainers, course developers and top-level industry experts. We encourage our members to share their knowledge among other members and students by actively joining discussion groups, sharing knowledge through articles & white papers and become a buddy for professionals who seek to enter the career field.
