ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Auditor Training

Course Overview

Information security threats and attacks grow and evolve continuously. As such, organizations are increasingly concerned about how their valuable information is handled and protected. PECB ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Auditor training course is designed to prepare you to audit an information security management system (ISMS) based on ISO/IEC 27001. During this training course, you will acquire the knowledge and skills to plan and carry out internal and external audits in compliance with ISO 19011 and ISO/IEC 17021-1 certification process. The training content is comprised of practical exercises and case studies which bring you real-world expertise that you can apply to your day-to-day operations and activities.

Why Choose DQS for This Training?

As a world-leading certification body, DQS brings unparalleled auditing expertise to this PECB-certified training. You will be able to master audit techniques and become competent to manage an audit program, audit team, communication with customers, and conflict resolution. The exam type is unique because it is open-book and contains both standalone and scenario-based questions simulating real-life situations.

Who Should Attend?

This training course is intended for:

·       Auditors seeking to perform and lead information security management system (ISMS) audits

·       Managers or consultants seeking to master the information security management system audit process

·       Individuals responsible to maintain conformity with the ISMS requirements in an organization

·       Technical experts seeking to prepare for the information security management system audit

·       Expert advisors in information security management

Learning Objectives

By the end of this training course, participants will be able to:

·       Explain the fundamental concepts and principles of an information security management system (ISMS) based on ISO/IEC 27001

·       Interpret the ISO/IEC 27001 requirements for an ISMS from the perspective of an auditor

·       Evaluate the ISMS conformity to ISO/IEC 27001 requirements, in accordance with the fundamental audit concepts and principles

·       Plan, conduct, and close an ISO/IEC 27001 compliance audit, in accordance with ISO/IEC 17021-1 requirements, ISO 19011 guidelines, and other best practices of auditing

·       Manage an ISO/IEC 27001 audit program

Course Agenda

Day 1 – Introduction to the ISMS and ISO/IEC 27001

·       Training course objectives and structure

·       Standards and regulatory frameworks

·       Certification process

·       Fundamental concepts and principles of information security

·       Information security management system (ISMS)

Day 2 – Audit Principles, Preparation, and Initiation of an Audit

·       Fundamental audit concepts and principles

·       The impact of trends and technology in auditing

·       Evidence-based auditing

·       Risk-based auditing

·       Initiation of the audit process

·       Stage 1 audit

Day 3 – On-Site Audit Activities

·       Preparing for stage 2 audit

·       Stage 2 audit

·       Communication during the audit

·       Audit procedures

·       Creating audit test plans

Day 4 – Closing the Audit

·       Drafting audit findings and nonconformity reports

·       Audit documentation and quality review

·       Closing of the audit

·       Evaluation of action plans by the auditor

·       Beyond the initial audit

·       Managing an internal audit program

Day 5 – Certification Exam

·       3-hour written examination covering all competency domains

Examination

Duration: 3 hours

The "PECB Certified ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Auditor" exam fully meets the requirements of the PECB Examination and Certification Programme (ECP). The exam covers the following competency domains:

·       Domain 1: Fundamental principles and concepts of Information Security Management System (ISMS)

·       Domain 2: Information Security Management System (ISMS)

·       Domain 3: Fundamental audit concepts and principles

·       Domain 4: Preparation of an ISO/IEC 27001 audit

·       Domain 5: Conducting an ISO/IEC 27001 audit

·       Domain 6: Closing an ISO/IEC 27001 audit

·       Domain 7: Managing an ISO/IEC 27001 audit program

Certification

After passing the exam, you can apply for one of the credentials below. You will receive a certificate once you fulfill all the requirements of the selected credential.

General Information

·       Certification and examination fees are included in the price of the training course.

·       Training material containing over 450 pages of information and practical examples will be distributed.

·       An Attestation of Course Completion worth 31 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) credits will be issued to all candidates who have attended the training course.

·       In case you fail the exam, you can retake the exam within 12 months following the initial attempt for free.

·       PECB certified individuals who possess Lead Implementer and Lead Auditor credentials are qualified for the respective PECB Master credential.

Course Approach

·       You register for an account at PECB website, before or after order to DQS HK.

·       Registration to DQS HK.

·       Follow our instruction later for payment to DQS HK.

·       You will have access to the course materials via PECB Kate app, in English unless otherwise specified, normally within a couple of working days.

·       The course is designed for a 5-day duration, including an exam, to complete within 4 months.

·       You can remotely access or download the training materials within PECB Kate app.

·       You can complete the self-study at home at your pace.

Exam

·       You can book an online exam at PECB website, for free with the exam code provided by PECB, normally within 4 months after your order to DQS HK.

·       Well before the online exam, create exam profile at PECB website, download PECB Exams app and install it at your computer.

·       The exam is open-book with duration for 3 hours.

·       You can book an online exam retake, if required, at PECB website for free with the exam code provided by PECB, normally within 3 months after your initial exam.

Certificate and Qualification

·       After receiving an email from PECB with exam passing result, you can reply by email to PECB with request for a course certificate.

·       If you have the required working experience and project experience specified in course brochure, you can further apply to PECB for the associated qualification.

Above Listed Prices Include:

·       Access to training materials and exercises in English by PECB during course period

·       An examination by PECB normally within 4 months

·       A retake by PECB, if required, normally within 3 months after initial exam

·       Initial qualification registration fee by PECB, if applicable, within 3 months after passing exam