ISO 27001 Lead Auditor

• Professional Background: Candidates should have prior knowledge of ISO 27001 fundamentals or experience in auditing, information security, or related fields. 

• Language Proficiency: A strong command of English is essential, as all course materials, discussions, and assessments are conducted in English. 

• Interest in Auditing and Compliance: This course is ideal for professionals looking to advance their careers in auditing, compliance, or information security management. 

• Master Auditing Principles: Understand ISO 27001 audit processes, from planning to reporting, following ISO 19011 guidelines. 

• Lead ISMS Audits: Develop the ability to lead comprehensive ISMS audits within organisations. 

• Evaluate Compliance: Assess organisational compliance with ISO 27001 and recommend improvements. 

• Manage Audit Teams: Learn how to coordinate and guide audit teams during internal or external audits. 

• Ensure Continuous Improvement: Apply auditing insights to enhance ISMS processes and ensure long-term information security compliance. 

• Achieve Certification: Prepare for the ISO 27001 Lead Auditor certification, recognised globally in the field of information security.

The ISO 27001 Lead Auditor Training is designed for professionals seeking to build or advance their auditing careers, including:

• Lead Auditors
• Compliance Managers
• IT Security Professionals
• Risk Managers
• Information Security Managers
• ISMS Managers
• Consultants in Information Security 

Module 1: Introduction to ISO 27001

• Introduction
• Compatibility with Other Management System Standards
• ISO 27001:2022 and its Clauses

Module 2: Information Security

• What is Business?
• Industries
• Risk
• SWOT Analysis
• Constructs and Characteristics of Assets
• Security and Privacy
• Triad of Information Security
• Cyber Security is Everyone’s Responsibility
• Cybersecurity Landscape
• What is Information Security?
• Information Security Management
• Need of Information Security
• Threats to Information Security
• Active and Passive Attacks

Module 3: Context of the Organisation

• Understanding the Organisation and Its Context
• Understanding the Needs and Expectations of Interested Parties
• Determining the Scope of the Information Security Management System
• Information Security Management System

Module 4: Leadership

• Leadership and Commitment
• Policy
• Organisational Roles, Responsibilities, and Authorities

Module 5: Planning

• Organisational Roles, Responsibilities, and Authorities
• Information Security Objectives and Planning to Achieve Them
• Planning of Changes

Module 6: Support

• Resources
• Competence
• Awareness
• Communication
• Documented Information

Module 7: Operation

• Documented Information
• Information Security Risk Assessment
• Information Security Risk Treatment

Module 8: Performance Evaluation

• Monitoring, Measurement, Analysis, and Evaluation
• Internal Audit
• Management Review

Module 9: Improvement

• Nonconformity and Corrective Action
• Continual Improvement

Module 10: Introduction to Auditing

• Internal Audit Charter
• Communicate with Organisation and Audit Committee
• Auditing Reflects
• General and Internal Auditing Standards and Guidance
• Auditing Types
• Auditing Techniques
• Auditing Principles
• Phases of Audit

Module 11: Performing ISO 27001 Audits

• Preparing an Audit Report
• Assessment of Audit Reports and Documents
• Report Preparation, Findings, Reconciliation, and Conclusions
• Auditing Procedures
• Reviewing Documents and Reports
• Classifying Findings
• Reliability of Audit Findings

Module 12: Internal Auditor

• Roles and Responsibilities
• Audit Plan
• Opening Meeting
• Record Review Activities
• Internal Auditor Checklist
• Communication Between Departments
• Drafting Reports and Test Plans

Module 13: ISMS and the ISO 27001 Standards Family

• What is an ISMS?
• Project Plan
• Management and Governance Frameworks
• ISMS Benefits
• Scope of ISMS in an organisation
• Introduction to Management Systems
• Process Approach
• Fundamentals
• PDCA Cycle

Module 14: Interaction with ISO 27005

• What is ISO 27005?
• ISO 27001 VS ISO 27005
• Quantifying the Business Impact
• Impact Severity

Module 15: Roles and Responsibilities of a Lead Implementer

• Roles and Responsibilities
• Case Study:  ABC’s ISO 27001 

Module 16: Launch and Implement an ISMS in an Organisation

• Apply the Frameworks
• Procedures and Controls
• Implementing the Controls
• Training and Awareness Programme
• Management’s Role
• Responsibilities of Employees

Module 17: Risk Management

• Analysing and Evaluating Risks
• Managing Risk Approaches
• Case Study: Law Firm

Module 18: Risk Assessment and the Statement of Applicability (SOA)

• Risk Assessment
• Conducting Risk Assessments
• Risk Assessment Methodology
• ISMS Risk Assessment Report
• Threats and Vulnerabilities

Module 19: Introduction to ISO 27001 Lead Auditor

• Roles and Responsibilities of a Lead Auditor
• Team Selection and Planning
• Qualifications of an Auditor
• Conformance and Compliance

Module 20: Preparing and Planning an Audit

• Roles and Responsibility of an Auditor
• Auditing Schedule and Time
• Procedures and Process Flow
• Activities of an Auditor
• Audit Components
• Purpose and Extent of an Audit

Module 21: Reviewing Process and Qualities

• Different Review Stages
• Collecting Evidence
• Observation
• Audit Findings
• Conducting Follow-ups

Module 22: Certification

• Selecting an ISO 27001 Registrar
• Prepare for the Certification Audits
• Certification
• Stage 1 Audit
• Stage 2 Audit
• Surveillance Audit
• Re-Certification Audit

Module 23: Audit Triangle

• Fraud Triangle
• Tackling the Fraud Triangle

Module 24: Auditing Techniques

• Classifying Audit Findings
• On-Site Auditing
• Remote Auditing Methods

Module 25: Tasks of an Auditor

• Opening Meetings
• Daily Discussion Meetings
• Closing Meeting
• Monitoring and Logging
• Handling Stressful Situations
• Intrusion and Penetration Testing
• Reporting Audits
• Follow-up Actions