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Certified Security Operations Manager (CSOM)

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Our Security Operations Management training and certification covers how to plan, build, and mature security operations teams.

Skills you'll gain

Autopsy
Sigma
TheHive
Wazuh
MISP
OpenVAS
SOC Capability Maturity Model (SOC-CMM)
CTI-MAS
4CERT
SOC Operating Models
Maturity Modelling
Incident Response
Threat Hunting
Detection and Response
Documentation Development
Metrics
Hunting Maturity Model (HMM)
Risk Management
Incident Response Plan
ROSI
Case Management
Capacity Planning
Modern Security Operations
Building a Security Operations Centre
Capability Development
Threat Modelling
Threat Actor Research
Cyber Deception
Detection Engineering
SOAR
Threat Intelligence

Certified Security Operations Manager (CSOM)

Our Security Operations Management training and certification covers how to plan, build, and mature security operations teams.

Recommended experience

2+ years experience

Estimated time to complete

approximately 30 hours to complete

On-demand access

Complete in 6 months

Training and exam price

£1,999.00 GBP

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Who is the course for?

CSOM is aimed at security professionals with 2+ years experience in security operations or a similar discipline. Roles that we believe would benefit from this course include:

  • Security Analysts
  • Senior Security Analysts
  • Security Managers
  • SOC Managers
  • Heads of Security Operations
  • Directors of Security Operations
  • Consultants

Why choose CSOM?

CSOM is designed to forge technical managers that already have experience and exposure to security operations. CSOM will develop you in both management principles and technical skills. Below are some examples of the skills and experience you will gain.

  • Perform threat modelling to identify threats to the organization.
  • Understand security operations functions, the services they can provide, and the value they bring to the organization.
  • Learn how to build a SOC, including the people, technology, and processes.
  • Learn how to conduct maturity assessments for SOC, IR, Hunting, and CTI teams.
  • Understand the power of metrics for reporting and how they can help identify issues.
  • And much more!

Modern Security Operations

17 topics

2 quizzes

What you'll learn

This sections covers how modern security operations team operate in different environments, why risk management is key, and the core of SOC architecture.

Lessons

  • Domain Introduction
  • Business Objectives, Legal Enablers, and Considerations
  • Security Operations Teams

Skills you'll gain

Risk Management
Operational Models
Legal Considerations
Business Enablement
SOC Charter
Compliance
Incident Response

Building a Security Operations Team

Capability Development

Metrics, Maturity, and Measuring Success

CSOM Exam Preparation

Course Authors

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Joshua Beaman

Academic Board

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Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to complete the certification?

Completing the CSOM certification typically takes between 30 to 40 hours. However, the actual time may vary based on your prior knowledge of the course materials, your working speed, and the amount of time you can dedicate. Everyone's pace is different, so you might complete it more quickly or take a bit longer.

What's included in the price?

The course includes 6 months of access to over 200 lessons, tests, and labs. The CSOM certification process involves a hybrid exam with both practical and theoretical elements, with the option to retake either part for free if necessary. Upon passing, you receive a digital PDF certificate, a Credly digital badge, a printed certificate, a silver challenge coin (gold if scoring 90%+ combined on the first attempt), and a laptop sticker.

Is everything to pass the exam in the course?

Yes, there is nothing in the exam that hasn't been covered in the course, or without clear instructions being provided. The exam features a select subset of the tools covered in the course, similar to real incident response engagements.

How long is the access?

Individual Students: Once you purchase CSOM, it will immediately appear in your account. You will then be free to start the course whenever you want. Corporate Clients: Purchased licenses can be issued at any time within 12 months from the purchase date, providing you the flexibility to start the training when your team is ready. After gaining access to the course, you have 6 months on-demand access to the training material.

How long does it take to complete the certification?

Completing the CSOM certification typically takes between 30 to 40 hours. However, the actual time may vary based on your prior knowledge of the course materials, your working speed, and the amount of time you can dedicate. Everyone's pace is different, so you might complete it more quickly or take a bit longer.

What's included in the price?

The course includes 6 months of access to over 200 lessons, tests, and labs. The CSOM certification process involves a hybrid exam with both practical and theoretical elements, with the option to retake either part for free if necessary. Upon passing, you receive a digital PDF certificate, a Credly digital badge, a printed certificate, a silver challenge coin (gold if scoring 90%+ combined on the first attempt), and a laptop sticker.

Is everything to pass the exam in the course?

Yes, there is nothing in the exam that hasn't been covered in the course, or without clear instructions being provided. The exam features a select subset of the tools covered in the course, similar to real incident response engagements.

How long is the access?

Individual Students: Once you purchase CSOM, it will immediately appear in your account. You will then be free to start the course whenever you want. Corporate Clients: Purchased licenses can be issued at any time within 12 months from the purchase date, providing you the flexibility to start the training when your team is ready. After gaining access to the course, you have 6 months on-demand access to the training material.

Are there any discounts available?

A 10% discount is available to verified students that are actively studying with an established educational institute. There are also discounts available to military personnel, first responders, and veterans. Read more here: https://support.securityblue.team/hc/en-gb/articles/11802106331164-Discounts-for-Students-and-Service-Members . Corporate discounts are available based on the number of licenses purchased.