An ISO 27001 Lead Auditor is skilled in assessing an organization's Information Security Management System (ISMS) and ensuring compliance with ISO 27001 standards. The role involves planning, conducting, and leading audits, identifying risks, evaluating information security controls, and providing valuable insights for continual improvement. To be effective, auditors must be able to communicate audit findings clearly to top management, recommend corrective actions, and ensure the organization’s information security objectives are met. This course will equip you with the knowledge and practical skills required to perform as an ISO 27001 Lead Auditor.

Duration

4 days

To maximize knowledge retention and practical application, as well as help organizations to achieve an optimal balance between training and working demands, we have designed our Public Training calendar distributing the days of a course through more than one week.

Course Objectives

This course will teach you the principles of ISO 27001 and ISO 19011, the required skills to lead audits effectively, and the competencies needed to evaluate an ISMS. By the end of this course, you will understand how to plan and manage an audit, communicate effectively with the audited organization, assess information security risks, and ensure that audit findings lead to improvements in the ISMS. Our experienced instructors will provide real-world case studies, best practices, and insights to help you master the role of an ISO 27001 Lead Auditor.

Who is it for?

• Information Security professionals responsible for implementing, monitoring, or improving ISMS
• Auditors looking to gain or enhance their ISO 27001 audit skills
• IT professionals aiming to strengthen their understanding of information security audits
• Risk managers and compliance officers with responsibilities related to data security
• Consultants or external auditors specializing in ISMS
• Professionals seeking to become third-party auditors for ISO 27001 certification

Materials

Students will receive access to comprehensive electronic materials online, which will serve as a reference during and after the course. While course instructors will make every effort to provide relevant ISO standards for use during the training, it is advised that students bring their own copy of the ISO 27001 standard.

Course Highlights

• Understanding the requirements of ISO 27001 and its implementation
• Key roles and responsibilities of the Lead Auditor in an ISMS audit
• Effective audit planning and execution, including risk-based approaches
• Audit techniques, including documentation review, interviews, and evidence gathering
• Conducting opening and closing meetings with management
• Communicating audit results and writing audit reports
• Corrective actions and follow-up processes for continual improvement

Prerequisites

While the course covers the fundamentals of ISO 27001, familiarity with the standard will enhance learning and application during the course.