ISO 27001:2022 Lead Implementer Course

The ISO 27001:2022 Lead Implementer Course is an advanced training program designed to equip participants with the knowledge and skills required to lead the implementation of an Information Security Management System (ISMS) in compliance with the ISO 27001:2022 standard. This course goes beyond the foundational concepts and focuses on the practical aspects of designing, implementing, managing, and continuously improving an ISMS to ensure organizations can protect sensitive information and reduce risks associated with cyber threats.

Key Learnings:

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

Understand and interpret the ISO 27001:2022 requirements for establishing an ISMS.
Lead and manage the implementation of ISO 27001:2022 in an organization.
Conduct a comprehensive risk assessment and develop a treatment plan.
Establish, document, and implement key ISMS policies and procedures.
Guide an organization through the certification process.
Ensure continuous improvement of the ISMS through regular audits and reviews.
Lead a team of implementers and handle internal and external audits.

Course Content:

Module 1: Overview of ISO 27001:2022 and ISMS Implementation

Introduction to ISO 27001:2022 and its structure
Key benefits of an ISMS for organizations
ISO 27001 principles and their application
The Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) cycle in ISMS

Module 2: Understanding ISO 27001:2022 Requirements

Detailed explanation of ISO 27001 clauses
Context of the organization
Leadership and support
Risk management and control objectives
Information security policies and procedures
Roles and responsibilities in ISO 27001 implementation

Module 3: ISMS Scope and Policy Development

Defining the scope of ISMS based on organizational needs
Development and approval of ISMS policies
Security objectives and their alignment with business goals
Defining information security roles and accountability

Module 4: Risk Assessment and Risk Treatment

Risk assessment methodologies: qualitative and quantitative
Identifying assets, threats, and vulnerabilities
Evaluating risks and prioritizing based on impact
Risk treatment planning and selection of security controls
Documenting and maintaining the risk management process

Module 5: Establishing ISMS Documentation and Controls

Designing ISMS documentation framework
Developing policies, processes, and procedures
Managing sensitive information and security controls
Managing compliance with legal and regulatory requirements
Control selection from Annex A: Information security controls

Module 6: ISMS Implementation and Operation

Planning and executing ISMS implementation
Managing resources, teams, and communication
Implementing security controls to address identified risks
Incident management: preparing for and responding to security breaches
Managing third-party risks and contracts

Module 7: Performance Monitoring and Continuous Improvement

Monitoring, measurement, analysis, and evaluation of ISMS
Internal audits: planning, execution, and reporting
Management review process and reporting security performance
Continual improvement: identifying opportunities and implementing changes

Module 8: Certification and Audit Preparation

Understanding the ISO 27001 certification process
Stages of the audit: internal and external

Target Audience:

Information Security Managers
IT Directors and Managers
Compliance Managers
Risk Managers
Consultants working on ISO 27001 implementation
Professionals looking to become ISMS Lead Implementers

Prerequisites:

Participants should have a good understanding of the basic principles of ISO 27001 and ISMS. Completion of the ISO 27001:2022 Foundation Course is recommended but not mandatory.