ISO/IEC 27001 Information Security Management Systems – Lead Implementer

Why Should You Attend?

Information security threats and attacks increase and improve constantly. The best form of defense against them is the proper implementation and management of information security controls and best practices. Information security is also a key expectation and requirement of customers, legislators, and other interested parties.

This training course is designed to prepare participants in implementing an information security management system (ISMS) based on ISO/IEC 27001. It aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the best practices of an ISMS and a framework for its continual management and improvement.

After attending the training course, you can take the exam. If you successfully pass it, you can apply for a “PECB Certified ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Implementer” credential, which demonstrates your ability and practical knowledge to implement an ISMS based on the requirements of ISO/IEC 27001.

• Project managers and consultants involved in and concerned with the implementation of an ISMS
• Expert advisors seeking to master the implementation of an ISMS
• Individuals responsible for ensuring conformity to information security requirements within an organization
• Members of an ISMS implementation team

Educational approach

• This training course contains essay-type exercises, multiple-choice quizzes, examples, and best practices used in the implementation of an ISMS.
• The participants are encouraged to communicate with each other and engage in discussions when completing quizzes and exercises.
• The exercises are based on a case study.
• The structure of the quizzes is similar to that of the certification exam.

The main requirement for participating in this training course is having a general knowledge of the ISMS concepts and ISO/IEC 27001.

Course agenda

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

Day 2: Planning the implementation of an ISMS                  

Day 3: Implementation of an ISMS                    

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

Day 5: Certification exam

Examination

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 (ISMS)                  

Domain 2: Information security management system (ISMS)                 

Domain 3: Planning an ISMS implementation based on ISO/IEC 27001                  

Domain 4: Implementing 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: Preparing for an ISMS certification audit

Certification

After successfully passing the exam, you can apply for one of the credentials shown below. You will receive the certificate once you comply with all the requirements related to the selected credential. 

The requirements for PECB ISO/IEC 27001 Implementer certifications are as follows:

The ISMS project experience should follow best implementation practices and include the following activities:

1. 1. Drafting an ISMS implementation business case
   2. Managing an ISMS implementation project
   3. Implementing an ISMS
   4. Managing documented information
   5. Implementing metrics
   6. Implementing corrective actions
   7. Performing a management review
   8. Managing an ISMS performance
   9. Managing an ISMS team

General Information

• Certification and examination fees are included in the price of the training course
• Participants will be provided with the training course material containing over 450 pages of explanatory information, examples, best practices, exercises, and quizzes.
• An attestation of course completion worth 31 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) credits will be issued to the participants who have attended the training course.
• In case candidates fail the exam, they can retake it within 12 months following the initial attempt for free.