ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Implementer Training

ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Implementer

Explore the ISO/IEC 27001
Lead Implementer Certification

Develop the skills to support an organization in implementing and maintaining an ISMS based on ISO/IEC 27001.

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

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Day 1
Introduction to ISO/IEC 27001 and initiation of an ISMS

Section 1: Training course objectives and structure
Section 2: Standards and regulatory frameworks
Section 3: Information Security Management System (ISMS)
Section 4: Fundamental information security concepts and principles
Section 5: Initiation of the ISMS implementation
Section 6: Understanding the organization and its context

Day 2
Planning the implementation of an ISMS

Section 8: Leadership and project approval
Section 9: Organizational structure
Section 10: Analysis of the existing system
Section 11: Information security policy
Section 12: Risk management
Section 13: Statement of Applicability

Day 3
Implementation of an ISMS

Section 14: Documented information management
Section 15: Selection and design of controls
Section 16: Implementation of controls
Section 17: Trends and technologies
Section 18: Communication
Section 19: Competence and awareness
Section 20: Security operations management

Day 4
ISMS monitoring, continual improvement, and preparation for the certification audit

Section 21: Monitoring, measurement, analysis, and evaluation
Section 22: Internal audit
Section 23: Management review
Section 24: Treatment of nonconformities
Section 25: Continual improvement
Section 26: Preparing for the certification audit
Section 27: Closing of the training course

Day 5
Certification exam

A two-hour exam

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Prerequisite courses & knowledge

Core knowledge

General knowledge of ISMS concepts

General knowledge of ISO/IEC 27001

Certification requirements

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

A total of 300 hours of ISMS project activities

Training & register details

TRAINING OVERVIEW

ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Implementer

Develop the skills to support an organization in implementing and maintaining an ISMS based on ISO/IEC 27001

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1. Submit your application

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2. Intro call

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Who is ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Implementer for?

Managers & consultants

Managers or consultants involved in and/or concerned with the implementation of an information security management system in an organization.

Project managers & advisers

Expert advisers seeking to master the implementation of an information security management system; or individuals responsible to maintain conformity with the ISMS requirements.

ISMS team members

Members of the ISMS team and individuals responsible for the implementation and management of a management system in their company.

Certified professionals

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

FAQ

What is the ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Implementer certification?

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

What does the certification exam cover?

The “PECB Certified ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Implementer” exam meets the requirements of the PECB Examination and Certification Program (ECP). It covers the following competency domains:

Domain 1: Fundamental principles and concepts of an information security management system
Domain 2: Information security management system requirements
Domain 3: Planning of an ISMS implementation based on ISO/IEC 27001
Domain 4: Implementation of an ISMS based on ISO/IEC 27001
Domain 5: Monitoring and measurement of an ISMS based on ISO/IEC 27001
Domain 6: Continual improvement of an ISMS based on ISO/IEC 27001
Domain 7: Preparation for an ISMS certification audit

Who should take the ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Implementer course?

This training is ideal for managers, consultants, expert advisers, and members of the ISMS team who are involved in or responsible for the implementation and management of an information security management system in their company.

What are the prerequisites for this course and certification?

To attend the course, you need a general knowledge of ISMS concepts and ISO/IEC 27001. To apply for the official Lead Implementer certification after passing the exam, you must have five years of professional experience (with two years in Information Security Management) and 300 hours of ISMS project activities.

How is the training delivered?

The training is a 5-day intensive program available in Classroom or Live Online formats. It includes practical exercises based on a case study, multiple-choice quizzes, and digital access to over 450 pages of training materials via the KATE app.

What happens if I don't pass the exam on the first try?

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

Is passing the exam sufficient to become certified? How to apply for certification?

No, passing the exam is only the first step. After successfully passing the exam, you must apply for the official credential by demonstrating that you meet the prerequisite experience requirements (five years of professional experience, including two years in Information Security Management, and 300 hours of ISMS project activities).

How is the examination proceeding?

The “PECB Certified ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Implementer” exam is a 3-hour written examination. It evaluates your competence in fundamental principles, ISMS requirements, planning, implementation, and continual improvement based on ISO/IEC 27001.

How to maintain your certification?

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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