PECB ISO 27001:2022 ISMS Lead Auditor Certification

Course Description

PECB Certified ISO/IEC 27001:2022 Lead Auditor training course (ISMS Lead Auditor Certification) is more desirable and valuable than others because it gives you the knowledge and skills in auditing an information security management system (ISMS). In addition, the course teaches you how to apply those skills in practice. Apart from showcasing what the ISO/IEC 27001 standard tells you to do, this training course tells you how to do it, through various activities, exercises, case studies, multiple-choice standalone quizzes, and scenario-based quizzes. These will allow you to test your knowledge about the implementation process steps.

After attending the training course, you can take the exam. The exam type is unique because it is open-book and contains multiple-choice questions. The exam contains standalone questions and scenario-based questions, which aim to simulate real life situations. If you successfully pass it, you can apply for a “PECB Certified ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Auditor” credential, which demonstrates your ability and practical knowledge to implement an ISMS based on the requirements of ISO/IEC 27001.

At the end of this course participants should be able to:

• Explain the fundamental concepts and principles of an information security management system (ISMS) based on ISO/ IEC 27001
• Interpret the ISO/IEC 27001 requirements for an ISMS from the perspective of an auditor
• Evaluate the ISMS conformity to ISO/IEC 27001 requirements, in accordance with the fundamental audit concepts and principles
• Plan, conduct, and close an ISO/IEC 27001 compliance audit, in accordance with ISO/IEC 17021-1 requirements, ISO 19011 guidelines, and other best practices of auditing
• Manage an ISO/IEC 27001 audit program

Course Outline

• Day 1 – Introduction to Information Security Management Systems (ISMS) and ISO/IEC 27001
  • Course objectives and structure
  • Standards and regulatory frameworks
  • Certification process
  • Fundamental principles of Information Security Management Systems
  • Information Security Management Systems (ISMS)
• Day 2 – Audit principles, preparation and launching of an audit
  • Fundamental audit concepts and principles
  • The impact of trends and technology in auditing
  • Evidence based audit approach
  • Risk based auditing
  • Initiation of the audit process
  • Stage 1 audit
• Day 3 –Audit activities
  • Preparing for stage 2 audit
  • Stage 2 audit
  • Communication during the audit
  • Audit procedures
  • Creating audit test plans
• Day 4 – Closing the audit
  • Drafting audit findings and nonconformity reports
  • Audit documentation and quality review
  • Closing of the audit
  • Day 5 – Closing the audit continuation
  • Evaluation of actions plans by the auditor
  • Beyond the initial audit
  • Managing an internal audit program
  • Closing the training

Certification Exam

• At your availability date
• Online exam
• Duration: 3 hours (Multiple Choice)

Course Duration

• 5 days (4 hour online session per day )

Delivery Methodologies

• Online Lecture and Discussion
• Individual activities
• Individual assignment

This course is recommended for

• Auditors seeking to perform and lead Information Security Management System (ISMS) certification audits
• Managers or consultants seeking to master an Information Security Management System audit process
• Individuals responsible for maintaining conformance with Information Security Management System requirements
• Technical experts seeking to prepare for an Information Security Management System audit
• Expert advisors in Information Security Management

General Information

• Certification and examination fees are included in the price of the training course
• Training material containing over 450 pages of information and practical examples will be distributed
• An Attestation of Course Completion worth 31 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) credits will be issued to all candidates who have attended the training course
• In case you fail the exam, you can retake the exam within 12 months following the initial attempt for free