ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Implementer
Course Overview
Organizations today face increasing cybersecurity threats, regulatory requirements, and stakeholder expectations regarding information security. Implementing an Information Security Management System (ISMS) based on ISO/IEC 27001 enables organizations to manage information security risks systematically and improve overall resilience.
The ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Implementer course provides participants with the competencies required to plan, establish, implement, operate, monitor, review, maintain, and continually improve an ISMS. Through practical exercises, case studies, and implementation scenarios, participants will gain the skills necessary to lead ISO/IEC 27001 implementation projects and align information security practices with business objectives.
Target Audience
This course is intended for:
- Information Security Managers
- ISMS Managers
- Information Security Officers
- IT Managers
- Cybersecurity Professionals
- Risk Management Professionals
- Compliance and Governance Professionals
- Information Security Consultants
- Project Managers responsible for ISMS implementation
- Individuals seeking to become certified ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Implementers
Learning Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the concepts, principles, and requirements of ISO/IEC 27001.
- Interpret and apply the requirements of ISO/IEC 27001 in an organizational context.
- Plan and manage an ISMS implementation project.
- Establish the scope, policies, objectives, and governance of an ISMS.
- Conduct information security risk assessments and risk treatment activities.
- Implement Annex A information security controls based on organizational risks.
- Monitor, measure, and continually improve the effectiveness of the ISMS.
- Prepare for the PECB ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Implementer certification examination.
Duration
5 Days (Self Study)
E-Learning
The ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Implementer course is available in a self-paced eLearning format through PECB. Participants can access interactive online learning modules, video lectures, practical exercises, quizzes, and downloadable course materials while studying at their own pace.
Certification
After successfully passing the examination and meeting the applicable certification requirements, participants may apply for the:
PECB Certified ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Implementer
The certification demonstrates the candidate’s competence in implementing, managing, and continually improving an Information Security Management System (ISMS) based on ISO/IEC 27001.
Course Agenda
Day 1: Introduction to ISO/IEC 27001 and Initiation of an ISMS
- Training course objectives and structure
- Overview of ISO/IEC 27001
- Information security principles
- Initiating an ISMS implementation project
- Understanding the organizational context
- Leadership and commitment
Day 2: Planning and Implementing an ISMS
- Defining the ISMS scope
- Information security policy and objectives
- Information security risk assessment
- Risk treatment planning
- Support and operational controls
Day 3: Implementing Information Security Controls
- Annex A controls
- Documentation requirements
- Security awareness and competence
- Communication and operational planning
- Managing outsourced processes
Day 4: Performance Evaluation and Continual Improvement
- Monitoring and measurement
- Internal audits
- Management review
- Corrective actions
- Continual improvement
- Course review and examination preparation
Day 5: Certification Examination
- PECB ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Implementer Certification Examination
Exam Duration
- Exam Duration: 3 hours
- Exam Format: Closed-book examination consisting of multiple-choice, scenario-based, and essay-type questions.
- Passing Score: Determined by PECB in accordance with its certification policies.
Successful candidates who meet PECB’s certification requirements may apply for the PECB Certified ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Implementer credential.
