ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Auditor

Explore the ISO/IEC 27001 
Lead Auditor Certification

Develop the necessary expertise to perform an Information Security Management System (ISMS) audit by applying widely recognized audit principles, procedures and techniques.

ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Auditor

Key features & benefits

Training delivery options

• Classroom
• Live online
• eLearning
• Self-study

Course inclusions

• Digital access to training materials via KATE
• Over 450 pages of explanatory information, examples, best practices, exercises, and quizzes
• Certification exam
• Free exam retake within 12 months (in case of failure)
• Attestation of course completion worth 31 CPD (continuing professional development) credits

Course outline

Select a lesson to explore detailed content:

  • Section 1: Training course objectives and structure
  • Section 2: Standards and regulatory frameworks
  • Section 3: Certification process
  • Section 4: Fundamental concepts and principles of information security
  • Section 5: Information security management system (ISMS)
  • Section 6: Fundamental audit concepts and principles
  • Section 7: The impact of trends and technology in auditing
  • Section 8: Evidence-based auditing
  • Section 9: Risk-based auditing
  • Section 10: Initiation of the audit process
  • Section 11: Stage 1 audit
  • Section 12: Preparing for stage 2 audit
  • Section 13: Stage 2 audit
  • Section 14: Communication during the audit
  • Section 15: Audit procedures
  • Section 16: Creating audit test plans
  • Section 17: Drafting audit findings and nonconformity reports
  • Section 18: Audit documentation and quality review
  • Section 19: Closing of the audit
  • Section 20: Evaluation of action plans by the auditor
  • Section 21: Beyond the initial audit
  • Section 22: Managing an internal audit program
  • Section 23: Closing of the training course

A two-hour exam

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Prerequisite courses & knowledge

Core knowledge

Fundamental understanding of ISO/IEC 27001

Comprehensive knowledge of audit principles

Certification requirements

Five years of professional experience (two years of work experience in information security management)

A total of 300 hours of audit activities

Training & register details

TRAINING OVERVIEW

ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Auditor

ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Auditor

Develop the necessary expertise to perform an Information Security Management System (ISMS) audit by applying widely recognized audit principles, procedures and techniques

Training duration: 5 days

Format: live online

Level: advanced

Language: ukrainian

Materials: digital access via KATE app

Labs: practical exercises based on a case study

Exam attempts: 1 attempt + 1 free retake within 12 months

HOW TO REGISTER

1. Submit your application

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2. Intro call

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3. Confirm your spot

Get accepted and complete the paperwork. We’ll send you all the info you need.

4. Start learning

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5. Join the community

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Who is ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Auditor for?

Managers & consultants

Managers or consultants seeking to master an Information Security Management System audit process.

Expert advisors

Expert advisors in Information Security Management, and technical experts seeking to prepare for an Information Security Management System audit.

Auditors & compliance teams

Auditors seeking to perform and lead Information Security Management System (ISMS) certification audits, and individuals responsible for maintaining conformance with ISMS requirements.

Certified professionals

Gain a credential that demonstrates your capabilities and competencies to audit organizations based on best practices.

FAQ

It is a credential that demonstrates your ability and practical knowledge to audit an ISMS based on the requirements of ISO/IEC 27001.

The “PECB Certified ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Auditor” exam evaluates your competence in the following key areas:

  • Introduction to the ISMS and ISO/IEC 27001

  • Audit principles, preparation, and initiation of an audit

  • On-site audit activities

  • Closing the audit

This training is ideal for managers or consultants seeking to master an ISMS audit process, expert advisors, technical experts, and auditors seeking to perform and lead ISMS certification audits.
To attend the course, you need a fundamental understanding of ISO/IEC 27001 and comprehensive knowledge of audit principles. To apply for the official Lead Auditor certification after passing the exam, you must have five years of professional experience (with two years in Information Security Management) and 300 hours of audit activities.
The training is a 5-day intensive program available in Classroom, Live Online, eLearning, and Self-Study formats. It includes digital access to over 450 pages of explanatory information, examples, and practice tests via the KATE app.

The certification package includes a free exam retake within 12 months in case of failure, giving you extra peace of mind during your preparation.

No, passing the exam is only the first step. After successfully passing, you must apply for the official credential by demonstrating your prerequisite experience: five years of professional experience (including two years in Information Security Management) and 300 hours of audit activities.
The exam evaluates your necessary expertise to perform an Information Security Management System (ISMS) audit by applying widely recognized audit principles, procedures and techniques.
To maintain your PECB certification, you are required to demonstrate continuous professional development by earning CPD (Continuing Professional Development) credits and paying an annual maintenance fee to PECB.

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