Online training package | IT security and information security officer (Chamber of Industry and Commerce) (2026)

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Early bird offer: Book by August 31, 2026 and receive a free examination voucher from the IHK-Bildungsinstitut Hellweg-Sauerland GmbH worth EUR 250.00!

Goal

As an IT Security and Information Security Officer, you support the responsible departments within the company in identifying potential risks related to all IT infrastructures used within the organization. You define security objectives at the management level and manage, regulate, and monitor all necessary security measures. Furthermore, you document all aspects of IT and information security, ensuring that management is always up-to-date and can make business-critical decisions quickly and easily.

This 30-part online training series will equip you with the necessary knowledge to perform the duties of an IT security and information security officer. This includes the essential characteristics and requirements of IT security, data and system security, security from a business perspective, physical IT security, cryptography, network security, PKI, computer security, and organizational security.

Furthermore, you will learn about relevant standards for the implementation of an IT security management system (including ISO 2700x and BSI Basic Protection).
Alongside the practical knowledge described, you will be prepared for the certificate. IT Security and Information Security Officer (Chamber of Industry and Commerce)¹ prepared.

Requirement

IT security and information security officers work at the management level. Therefore, they should have a confident and professional demeanor when interacting with operational staff as well as senior management. Strong IT and networking skills, along with experience in the security field, are essential for this role. Forensic knowledge is advantageous.

Miscellaneous

Your trainers and other important information about the training

		Thorsten Schröers He has been a lecturer for the Hellweg-Sauerland Chamber of Industry and Commerce (IHK) training institute since 2001, specializing in data protection, IT security, and network technology. With over 50 audits per year and numerous clients, he and his team possess extensive practical knowledge from which you too can benefit.
		The described training program consists of online sessions in which you can participate live. Since all sessions are conducted live, technical issues may occur, potentially leading to short-notice cancellations of individual training units. Training interruptions or postponements may also occur due to illness of those responsible (training facilitators, moderators). Should such an interruption occur, the training will be resumed at a later date, which may result in an extension of the training period. Please take this into account when planning your schedule.
		The online training comprises a total of 30 teaching units (TU). The duration of each teaching unit (TU) is approximately 45-60 minutes.
		A certificate of attendance is provided for each lesson. This serves as complete documentation of the acquired skills. Furthermore, you will receive a summary certificate upon completion of the training. Optionally, the training can be completed with an online exam; passing this exam will earn you a title. IT Security and Information Security Officer (Chamber of Industry and Commerce)1 obtain.
		All online training sessions are recorded and made available for download in .MP4 format for at least six months shortly after completion.
		The language of instruction is German. Accompanying teaching materials, presentations, and desktop views may also be displayed in English.

Optional service | ¹Certificate from the IHK-Bildungsinstitut Hellweg-Sauerland GmbH

At the end of the online training, you have the option of taking an exam administered by the Hellweg-Sauerland Chamber of Industry and Commerce (IHK) training institute. The exam is provided as an online test.
If successful, you will receive the certificate from the IHK-Bildungsinstitut Hellweg-Sauerland GmbH. IT Security and Information Security Officer (Chamber of Industry and Commerce).

The examination fee is €250.00 per exam. Retakes will cost €100.00 each.

General Terms and Conditions and Copyrights

All services are billed upon commencement of the training and apply exclusively to the registered customer. Transfer of services to third parties is not permitted. The copyright © of all training materials, including all recordings and documents, belongs to ITKservice GmbH & Co. KG. Reproduction is permitted only for the customer's internal use.