About the certification


A SOC Maturity Model provides a structured and systematic approach to assessing and enhancing the capabilities and effectiveness of an organization’s security operations. It helps identify strengths, address gaps, and drive continuous improvement across key operational areas. It is a essential tool for understanding current maturity levels and guiding long-term strategic development.

The SOC Maturity Model Foundation is a certification intended for IT professionals seeking to validate their knowledge of SOC Maturity. This exam covers topics such as SOC maturity concepts and models, key Security Operations Center domains, capability and maturity levels, and the use of basic assessment methods.

The SOC Maturity Model Foundation certification exam is an online, closed-book, and remotely-proctored exam. It includes 40 questions and the passing score is 70%. Candidates will have 60 minutes to complete the exam. Validate your knowledge of SOC Maturity and advance your career in Cybersecurity. Register for your online exam now!





Information Security Management Foundation (ISO/IEC 27001)

Exam details


Exam code

ITC-132

Launch date

November 1, 2024

Exam description

The SOC Maturity Model Foundation certification exam validates the candidate's knowledge of SOC Maturity Models.

Current version

v1 (November 1, 2024)

Exam format

Multiple choice; computer-based; closed book (online proctored exam)

Number of questions

40 questions

Passing score

70% (28 out of 40)

Exam duration

60 minutes

Level

Foundation

Languages

English and Portuguese

Exam description

This exam covers topics such as SOC maturity concepts and models, key Security Operations Center domains, capability and maturity levels, and the use of basic assessment methods.

RECOMMENDED HOURS OF STUDY

16 hours

BLOOM'S TAXONOMY

Level 1 (Remembering), Level 2 (Understanding) and Level 3 (Applying)

Recommended reading

• SOC-CMM

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites for this certification

Recommended experience

Six months of work experience in Cybersecurity

Validity period

Lifetime

Exam Content Outline


   Domains Weight

1. SOC Maturity Models and Concepts

25%

2. SOC Domains

25%

3. SOC Capability Levels

25%

4. SOC Maturity Levels

25%

   Total

100%

How to get certified


1

Browse our certification programs and choose your certification.

2

Discover the exam objectives and prepare for your exam.

3

Register for your online proctored exam.

4

Take your online proctored exam in the comfort of your home or office.

5

Congratulations! You are certified!

Frequently Asked Questions


  • After purchasing an exam voucher, how much time do I have to take the exam?

    After purchasing an exam voucher, candidates will have 180 days to take the exam.

  • Does the exam voucher include a retake?

    The exam voucher includes 2 retakes in case the candidate fails the first attempt.

  • Are there any prerequisites to take the exams?

    There are no prerequisites to take the exams. ITCERTS recommends that candidates have at least six months of work experience in the area that the certification exam covers.

  • What is the exam retake policy?

    If a candidate does not achieve a passing score on the first attempt, there is no waiting period between the first and the second attempt. If a candidate does not achieve a passing score on the second attempt, the candidate must wait at least 7 days before retaking the exam for a third time. A candidate may not take a given exam any more than three times per year (12 months).

  • How do I register for an Online Proctored Exam?

    Visit the Online Proctored Exam registration page to find complete instructions.

  • Are there any mandatory training to take an exam?

    Training is recommended as part of your certification preparation, but it is not mandatory.

  • Which languages are the exams available in?

    Our exams are currently available in English and Portuguese.

  • Where can I take the exams?

    Exams are delivered online (Online Proctored Exams) and can be taken from anywhere in the world.

  • Do the ITCERTS certifications expire?

    ITCERTS certifications are considered good-for-life and do not expire.

  • How can a potential employer verify my certifications?

    Your employer can verify your certification on our certification verification page. Your certification number will be needed in order to process the verification.

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