ISO/IEC 27001 – ISMS – Lead Auditor
Course Overview
Auditing an Information Security Management System (ISMS) requires deep expertise in ISO 27001, alongside the ability to lead and execute comprehensive audits. ISO/IEC 27001 – ISMS – Lead Auditor provides a thorough understanding of ISO 27001 concepts, complemented by best practices for conducting process-focused management system audits. From planning and team coordination to execution and reporting, this course equips you with the methods and frameworks needed to uphold and continually improve an organization’s information security posture.


Who Should Attend
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CIOs, CISOs, and Legal Advisors seeking to align security strategies with ISO 27001 standards through robust auditing techniques.
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Corporate Security Consultants and Expert Advisors in ISM aiming to master the end-to-end audit process and maintain strong compliance credentials.
Duration
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5 Days (In-person or Virtual Instructor-led)
Key Learning Outcomes
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Comprehensive Understanding of ISO 27001
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Explore the standard’s core requirements and how they impact an organization’s ISMS.
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Audit Planning & Execution
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Learn to develop audit plans, manage audit teams, and effectively conduct interviews and document reviews.
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Risk-Based Auditing
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Apply risk management principles to prioritize audit activities, identify gaps, and propose corrective actions.
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Process & Management System Audits
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Master process-focused approaches for verifying conformance and improving organizational security practices.
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Reporting & Follow-Up
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Communicate findings with clarity, enabling timely rectifications and ongoing ISMS improvements.
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Course Outline
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Introduction to ISO/IEC 27001 & ISMS
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Fundamentals of Information Security Management
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Audit Principles, Preparation & Launch
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Conducting the Audit: Evidence Gathering & Analysis
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Risk Assessment Alignment & Reporting
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Audit Findings, Nonconformities & Corrective Actions
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Closing the Audit & Follow-Up Processes
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Maintaining & Enhancing ISMS Conformance
Next Steps
Bolster your leadership capacity and strategic oversight with ISO/IEC 27001 – ISMS – Lead Auditor. Master the principles and best practices to plan, conduct, and finalize successful security audits that protect your organization’s critical information assets.