PECB Certified ISO/IEC 27033 Lead Network Security Manager (EN)
Master the implementation and management of network security based on ISO/IEC 27033 series of standards
Certification exam: Included (12 months eligibility) + retake option |
Master the implementation and management of network security based on ISO/IEC 27033 series of standards
Certification exam: Included (12 months eligibility) + retake option |
If you want to learn more about the training, check out the official training brochure!
Network security protects the network infrastructure and ensures confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
This training course is focused on developing the necessary knowledge to support an organization in effectively planning, implementing, managing, monitoring, and maintaining network security. It provides a comprehensive elaboration of the structure of the ISO/IEC 27033 series of standards, including network security overview and concepts, guidelines for the design and implementation of network security, and reference networking scenarios to securing the communication between networks using security gateways, VPNs, and wireless IP network access.
The training course is followed by the certification exam. If you pass, you can apply for a “PECB Certified ISO/IEC 27033 Lead Network Security Manager” credential, which demonstrates your ability and competence to manage, operate, and use network security controls in information system networks.
This training course is intended for:
Module 1: Introduction to ISO/IEC 27033 series of standards and initiation of network security implementation
Module 2: Network security team, policy, risk management, and documentation management
Module 3: Internet access services, network segmentation, securing network communications using security gateways, VPNs, and wireless IP network access
Module 4: Network security testing, incident management, monitoring, and continual improvement
Module 5: Certification Exam
Certification Exam
By the end of this training course, the participants will be able to:
The “PECB Certified ISO/IEC 27033 Lead Network Security Manager” exam meets the requirements of the PECB Examination and Certification Program (ECP). It covers the following competency domains:
Duration: 3 hours
Location: Online through the PECB app OR in person in one of the PECB exam centers
Preparation: PECB Exam Preparation Guides
Language: The exam is available in multiple other languages and does not need to be taken in the same language as the training material. Additional time can be requested when your native language is not available in your mother tongue (to be requested by candidates on the exam day)
Retake: In case you fail the exam, you can retake it within 12 months following the initial attempt for free
For specific information about the exam type, languages available, and other details, please visit the List of PECB Exams and the Examination Rules and Policies.
After successfully passing the exam, you can apply for one of the credentials below. You will receive the certificate once you comply with all the relevant requirements.
The requirements for PECB ISO/IEC 27033 Lead Network Security Manager certifications are as follows:
| Credential | Exam | Professional experience | NSMS project experience | Other requirements |
| PECB Certified ISO/IEC 27033 Provisional Network Security Manager | PECB Certified ISO/IEC 27033 Lead Network Security Manager exam, or equivalent | None | None | Signing the PECB Code of Ethics |
| PECB Certified ISO/IEC 27033 Network Security Manager | PECB Certified ISO/IEC 27033 Lead Network Security Manager exam, or equivalent | Two years (one in network security) | 200 hours | Signing the PECB Code of Ethics |
| PECB Certified ISO/IEC 27033 Lead Network Security Manager | PECB Certified ISO/IEC 27033 Lead Network Security Manager exam, or equivalent | Five years (two in network security) | 300 hours | Signing the PECB Code of Ethics |
| PECB Certified ISO/IEC 27033 Senior Lead Network Security Manager | PECB Certified ISO/IEC 27033 Lead Network Security Manager exam, or equivalent | Ten years (seven in network security) | 1,000 hours | Signing the PECB Code of Ethics |
For more information about PECB ISO/IEC 27033 Lead Network Security Manager certifications and the PECB certification process, please refer to the Certification Rules and Policies.
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