ISO 270001 Lead Auditor – 2022

This course is designed to equip participants with the necessary skills to perform ISO 27001:2022 audits of Information Security Management Systems (ISMS) in accordance with internationally accepted auditing standards and techniques. It covers audit preparation, conducting audits, reporting, and follow-up, with a focus on the latest changes and updates in the ISO 27001:2022 standard.

Key Learnings:

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

Understand the principles, concepts, and requirements of ISO 27001:2022.
Master the process of auditing an ISMS based on ISO 19011 and ISO/IEC 17021.
Plan, conduct, report, and follow-up on an ISMS audit in compliance with ISO 27001:2022.
Interpret and apply the updated clauses and requirements from ISO 27001:2022.
Lead audit teams and manage the entire audit lifecycle effectively.
Gain practical experience through case studies, audit simulations, and exercises.

Course Content:

Module 1: Introduction to ISO 27001:2022

Overview of ISO 27001:2022 updates and changes.
Understanding the structure and purpose of an ISMS.
Key clauses and annexes in ISO 27001:2022.
Benefits of ISO 27001 certification.

Module 2: Information Security and ISMS Principles

Understanding Information Security Management.
Key concepts in risk assessment and treatment.
The role of leadership and governance in ISMS.
Overview of ISO/IEC 27002 and its relationship to ISO 27001.

Module 3: Audit Fundamentals

Introduction to auditing standards: ISO 19011 and ISO/IEC 17021.
Types of audits (internal, external, certification).
The role and responsibilities of an auditor.
The process approach to auditing.

Module 4: Audit Planning and Preparation

Defining audit objectives, scope, and criteria.
Preparing audit checklists and audit plans.
Selecting and assigning audit teams.
Understanding client processes, risks, and controls.

Module 5: Conducting the Audit

Opening meeting and audit initiation.
Gathering audit evidence through interviews, observations, and document reviews.
Sampling techniques for ISMS auditing.
Nonconformity identification and classification.
Communication during the audit process.

Module 6: Reporting and Follow-Up