Become a Certified SOC 2® Analyst: Lead with Confidence in Information Security.

Gain the expertise to navigate the complexities of SOC 2® compliance and lead data security initiatives with confidence. The Lead SOC 2® Analyst course equips you with the skills to implement, manage, and audit SOC 2® frameworks effectively. Learn to assess organizational systems, identify gaps, and ensure adherence to trust service criteria. Designed for IT professionals, compliance officers, and auditors, this course prepares you to safeguard sensitive data and meet industry standards.

Take the next step in advancing your career and ensuring organizational compliance.

Key Benefits:

  • Develop in-depth knowledge of SOC 2® principles and trust service criteria.
  • Gain hands-on skills to implement and manage SOC 2® frameworks.
  • Enhance your ability to lead compliance audits and ensure data protection.

Overview

Master the implementation and management of SOC 2 framework to ensure organizational data privacy and security compliance.

The Lead SOC 2 Analyst training course equips participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to support organizations in establishing and implementing security measures based on the SOC 2 requirements.

These requirements are established by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), specifying how service organizations should handle sensitive customer data based on five trust security services: security, availability, integrity, confidentiality, and privacy.

In addition to earning proficiency in SOC 2, participants will also learn about the role of key stakeholders and the importance of working with other organizations to ensure effective compliance management and possess the necessary competencies to manage a SOC 2 implementation team.

Skills Covered

By the end of this training course, you will be able to:

  • Explain the fundamental concepts and principles of the SOC 2 framework
  • Interpret the SOC 2 requirements from an analytical perspective
  • Initiate and plan the implementation of security measures based on SOC 2 requirements by utilizing PECB’s methodology and other best practices
  • Support an organization in operating, maintaining, and continually improving security measures based on SOC 2 requirements
  • Prepare an organization to undergo a SOC 2 certification audit

Prerequisites

  • The main requirement for participating in this training is having general knowledge of information security practices, information systems and their security controls, compliance standards, and SOC 2 principles.

Target Audience

This training course is intended for:

  • Managers or consultants seeking to expand their knowledge of SOC 2 compliance and controls
  • IT professionals and information security risk managers seeking to enhance their expertise in SOC 2 requirements and best practices
  • Compliance officers responsible for establishing, implementing, and managing SOC 2 compliance programs within their organizations
  • Members of audit and compliance teams involved in SOC 2 readiness assessments and internal audits
  • Professionals seeking to establish and manage effective information security and compliance controls that meet SOC 2 criteria
  • Executives and business leaders who must comprehend SOC 2 compliance to assist their company’s risk management and compliance programs
  • Security analysts and incident response coordinators tasked with ensuring the security, availability, processing integrity, confidentiality, and privacy of information systems

Course Curriculum

Module 1: Introduction to the SOC 2 framework

  • Training course objectives and structure
  • Introduction to information security standards and regulations
  • Overview of the SOC 2 framework
  • Trust Services Criteria (TSC)
  • Initiation of the SOC 2 compliance program
  • Analysis of the SOC 2 compliance requirements
  • Defining the SOC 2 scope

Module 2: Risk management and policy development

  • Gap analysis and remediation
  • Risk management
  • Documentation requirements and policy development
  • Roles and responsibilities
  • Implementation of controls

Module 3: Implementing SOC 2 controls and incident response

  • Implementation of controls (cont’d)
  • Incident management and BCDR
  • Awareness and training

Module 4: Auditing, reporting, and continual improvement

  • SOC 2 audit readiness and analysis
  • Monitoring and reporting
  • Continual improvement
  • Closing of the training course

Module 5: Certification Exam

Dates & Locations

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June 29, 2026 - July 3, 2026

Location: Kuala Lumpur
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June 29, 2026 - July 3, 2026

Location: Online
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September 28, 2026 - October 2, 2026

Location: Kuala Lumpur
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RM 7500

September 28, 2026 - October 2, 2026

Location: Online
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November 30, 2026 - December 4, 2026

Location: Kuala Lumpur
Modal: ILT
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November 30, 2026 - December 4, 2026

Location: Online
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Exam & Certification

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

Training & Certification Guide

Frequently Asked Questions

In the modern world, SOC 2, which stands for Systems and Organization Controls, has become a crucial framework for assessing data controls, security, and privacy based on established Trust Service Criteria. This framework assists organizations in managing risks, increasing confidence among customer and partners, differentiating themselves from competitors, and improving security measures for other compliance models. Essential for its role in verifying an organization’s commitment to protecting the privacy of customer data, SOC 2 specifies stringent measures to counter internal and external threats. SOC 2 compliance is crucial as data breaches can result in significant financial losses and severely damage an organization’s reputation and consumer trust.

SOC 2 audit reports provide detailed evaluations of an organization’s internal controls related to security, availability, processing integrity, confidentiality, and privacy of customer data and are divided into two types:

  • SOC 2 Type 1 report: evaluates the design and implementation of a service organization’s controls at a specific point in time, providing assurance of data security and compliance with Trust Service Criteria, which can enhance competitiveness and meet increasing customer demands for data protection.
  • SOC 2 Type 2 report: provides higher assurance than SOC 2 Type 1 by thoroughly examining a company’s internal control policies over a specified period of time, demonstrating best practices in data security and control systems, and making the service provider more attractive to potential customers despite the significant investment required.

SOC 2 compliance is crucial for organizations across industries, including technology, healthcare, banking, legal, and e-commerce. SOC 2:

  • Embraces information security and privacy, which are critical to establishing trust and assurance.
  • Gives clients and regulatory bodies confidence in the security and privacy of their data.
  • Supports compliance with industry-specific laws such as the HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act), making it easier to attract enterprise clients and partners.

SOC 2 compliance ensures data security for financial institutions, minimizing breach impacts. Legal and professional services firms maintain client confidentiality, while e-commerce companies reassure customers and meet security requirements for market expansion. Proactive data and security management strengthens resilience against threats, ensuring business continuity and protecting reputation.

A PECB Lead SOC 2 Analyst certificate demonstrates that you can:

  • Assess and manage IT system’s security, availability, processing integrity, confidentiality, and privacy
  • Assign and manage roles and responsibilities to ensure effective coordination
  • Conduct detailed assessments and audits of incident response and risk management capabilities to identify weaknesses and provide actionable recommendations
  • Maintain and improve SOC 2 compliance by systematically reviewing and updating security measures and documenting continual improvement activities
  • Enable an organization to effectively prepare for and successfully undergo a SOC 2 certification audit
  • Achieve professional recognition by completing specific modules, earning CPD credits, and maintaining certification through ongoing professional development activities

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