Duration 5 days – 35 hrs
Overview.
The ISO 27001 ISMS (Information Security Management System) Lead Implementer training course is an intensive five-day program designed to equip participants with the necessary skills and knowledge to implement and manage an ISMS based on ISO/IEC 27001:2022. The course covers the entire ISMS implementation lifecycle, including planning, implementation, management, monitoring, and continuous improvement. Through a combination of theoretical instruction and practical exercises, participants will learn how to establish, maintain, and continually improve an ISMS within their organizations.
Objectives
- Understand the principles and concepts of ISO/IEC 27001:2022.
- Learn how to apply ISO 19011 guidelines to auditing an ISMS.
- Develop the skills to plan, conduct, report, and follow up on an ISMS audit.
- Gain knowledge on managing an audit program and audit team.
- Prepare for the ISO 27001 Lead Auditor certification exam.
Audience
- Auditors seeking to perform and lead ISMS certification audits.
- IT and information security managers.
- Compliance officers.
- Risk managers.
- Consultants involved in ISMS implementation or auditing.
Pre- requisites
- Basic understanding of ISO/IEC 27001 standard.
- Familiarity with information security management principles.
- Prior experience in information security or auditing is advantageous but not required.
Course Content
Day 1: Introduction to ISO/IEC 27001 and ISMS Auditing
Morning Session:
- Introduction to ISO/IEC 27001:2022
- Overview and Structure of the Standard
- Key Principles and Concepts
- Understanding the ISMS Audit Process
- Overview of ISO 19011 and ISO 17021-1
- Types of Audits: Internal, External, Certification
Afternoon Session:
- Roles and Responsibilities of an Auditor
- Auditor Skills and Competencies
- Managing the Audit Team
- Initiating the Audit
- Establishing Audit Objectives, Scope, and Criteria
- Conducting a Feasibility Study
Day 2: Planning and Conducting the Audit
Morning Session:
- Audit Planning
- Developing the Audit Plan
- Preparing Audit Checklists and Work Documents
- Conducting Document Review
- Reviewing ISMS Documentation
- Identifying Documented Evidence
Afternoon Session:
- On-Site Audit Preparation
- Preparing for On-Site Activities
- Developing Interview Questions
- Conducting On-Site Audit Activities
- Gathering and Verifying Evidence
- Interviewing and Observing
Day 3: Reporting and Follow-Up
Morning Session:
- Audit Reporting
- Writing Clear and Concise Audit Reports
- Communicating Findings to the Organization
- Nonconformity Handling
- Identifying and Classifying Nonconformities
- Writing Nonconformity Reports
Afternoon Session:
- Audit Follow-Up
- Verifying Corrective Actions
- Closing Out the Audit
- Managing the Audit Program
- Establishing and Maintaining an Audit Program
- Continuous Improvement of the Audit Process
Day 4: Practical Audit Skills and Case Studies
Morning Session:
- Practical Audit Exercises
- Simulated Audit Scenarios
- Role-Playing Audit Interviews
- Case Studies
- Reviewing Real-World Audit Cases
- Group Discussions and Analysis
Afternoon Session:
- Hands-On Audit Simulation
- Conducting a Mock Audit
- Reporting and Presenting Findings
- Review of Key Concepts
- Recap of Critical Audit Principles and Practices
Day 5: Certification Exam Preparation and Review
Morning Session:
- Exam Preparation
- Review of Key Concepts
- Sample Exam Questions
- Practice Exam
- Simulated Exam Environment
- Exam Review and Feedback
Afternoon Session:
- Course Wrap-Up
- Review of Course Objectives
- Final Q&A Session
- Certification Exam
- ISO 27001 Lead Auditor Exam (if applicable)
