ISO 18788 Introduction Course

The ISO 18788 Introduction Course aims to provide students with an understanding of the intentions and principles of the ISO 18788 standard governing Security Operations Management System (SOMS) for the management of private security services. This standard is focused on accountability, legality, and respect for human rights in every security operation.  

For Module 1, we will outline some of the terminology, structure, and purpose of ISO 18788. Students will be exposed to how a SOMS enables organisations to identify security threats, define the roles within the organisation, and manage their operations ethically and effectively.  

This short course will focus on some areas such as risk analysis, incident management, and the engagement of stakeholders. It will also cover how ISO 18788 relates to other standards, such as ISO 27001 and ISO 22301, in building a security and resilience framework.  

This course is suitable for those who have recently, if not consistently, been working in security, organisations that teach or promote a particular security practice, and those who want to learn more about ISO 18788 as initial training before the ISO 18788 Foundation or Lead Implementer programmes. 

SSDN Technologies is delivering this course and is a well-regarded Corporate Training Provider. The successful delivery should have applied practical and compliance practices using the ISO 18788 principles and standards. We recommend that potential students take the additional skills training on Soft Skills for managing teams or Azure based solutions to securely treat data in the management of the safety and security of an operation. 


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Learning Options for You

  • Live Training (Duration : 8 Hours)
  • Per Participant

Fee: On Request

Course Prerequisites

This is an entry-level course and does not require prior knowledge of ISO 18788 or experience in security management systems. 

  • Interest in learning about security management and international standards 
  • General awareness of organisational or security-related activities (helpful but not mandatory) 
  • No prior ISO certification or auditing knowledge required 

Learning Objectives

By completing this course, participants will gain foundational knowledge of the ISO 18788 standard and its benefits for organisations and stakeholders. 

  • Purpose, objectives, and benefits of ISO 18788 
  • Basic concepts and terminology of a Security Operations Management System (SOMS) 
  • Overview of the structure and key clauses of ISO 18788 
  • Principles of accountability, respect for human rights, and continual improvement 
  • How ISO 18788 supports effective, lawful, and ethical security operations 
  • The standard’s alignment with other management system standards (e.g., ISO 9001) 
  • Introduction to the implementation and certification process 

Target Audience

This course is intended for individuals who want to gain a high-level understanding of ISO 18788 and its role in managing private security operations responsibly. 

  • Security Officers and Supervisors 
  • Managers of Private Security Companies 
  • Quality, Risk, and Compliance Officers 
  • Internal Auditors and support staff in security operations 
  • Consultants and Advisors in security or risk management 
  • Professionals looking to enter the field of private security services 
  • Anyone seeking knowledge of international best practices in security management 

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FAQs

You will learn the basic concepts of security operations management systems under ISO 18788.
You can begin roles in security operations, compliance, and risk management support.
There are no prerequisites for this introduction course.
The course is typically completed in 1 day.
The fee depends on the training provider and delivery method.
Yes, course materials remain accessible after completion.
Yes, recordings are available for online sessions depending on provider policy.
The course is taught by certified trainers with expertise in security operations.
Yes, it is available in both online and classroom formats.
Yes, you will receive a certificate of completion for this course.

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