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2. ISO 27001 Lead Implementer Training (30 Days)

SKU ISMS102PW. Learn how to implement an Information Security Management System that conforms to ISO Standards 27001/2/3. This course subscription provides 30 days of access to prerequisite training for CIS exam #ISMS102. As this is a subscription-based course, no permanent download of course materials is provided.
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 Terms of Service: Unlimited online utilization of this course is provided for a single user for 30 days in duration from the time of purchase according to the terms of Certified Information Security's End-User License Agreement. The subscription expires 30 days after purchase. Subscription time is not banked, and cannot be "frozen", deferred, or re-scheduled. As this is a subscription-based course, no permanent download of course materials is provided.
 

image of iso 27001 Lead Implementer Auditor trainingBuilding upon the foundation understanding of the ISO 27005 risk management framework validated by the Certified Internal Controls Risk Analyst (CICRA) credential, the Certified ISO 27001 LI certification certifies your ability to implement the formal structure, governance, and policy of an ISO 27001 conforming Information Security Management System (ISMS). 

What you'll achieve with this ISO 27001 Lead Implementer training program...

  • be equipped with knowledge and skills required to manage, monitor, and improve an Information Security Management System in line with the current ISO 27001 and 27002 standards of best practice;
  • expand your information security competency;
  • increase your credibility through gaining international recognition; and
  • improve your résumé and help to increase your earning potential.

iso 27001 Lead Auditor implementer training

 
 

 

iso 27001 trainingUpon completion of this training and certificate program, you will:

  • be equipped with knowledge and skills required to perform audits of Information Security Management Systems (ISMS) against the ISMS standards;
  • be able to expand your auditing competency;
  • be able to increase your credibility through gaining international recognition; and
  • be able to improve your résumé/CV and help to increase your earning potential. 

 

Covered content includes: 

  1. Information Security and ISO 27000 Standards
    • Principles of information security
    • Review of ISO 27001, ISO 27002, ISO 27003, ISO 27005, ISO 27007, and ISO 27008
    • Achieving the benefits of information security
  2. Managing InfoSec
    • Planning and designing
    • Implementing and benchmarking
    • Measuring and monitoring
    • Learning and reporting
  3. Establish a firm program starting point by using ISO 27000 standards to build out the initial information security core policy. Throughout the class, our expert instructor will convert ISO 27000 series concepts and requirements into a real ISO 27001 InfoSec Policy. Bring your laptop, and you can work right along with the instructor using electronic (MS Word format) templates we provide in class!* Along with the instructor, you will get your information security program properly initiated by constructing:
    • Information Security Policy Statement
    • General Terms and Definitions
    • Scope Document
    • Strategy Statement including identification of requirements for the Information Security program setup, initiation, operation, maintenance, and improvement
    • Organizational Roles and Responsibilities Statement
    • Risk Policy

* ISO Standards are NOT included in this course, nor provided in class. Students are encouraged to bring their own hard-copies of the standards to the class. ISO standards are available for purchase at www.iso.org.

iso 27001 certification Upon successful course completion, a dated certificate for 8 hours of CPE credit is issued to your name. The certificate can be viewed and downloaded from your online gradebook. Completion of this course fulfills all prerequisite training requirements for CIS exam #ISMS102.
 
* NOTE: No document templates are included in this online courseAn ISO 27001 documentation toolkit is available for separate purchase. This course does not include the ISO standards themselves.
 

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1. What is ISO 27001? Why do we need it?

ISO 27001 is the international standard for an Information Security Management System (ISMS). The standard provides a framework for protecting the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of an organization's information. It provides a systematic, risk-based framework for organizations to protect sensitive information, and is based on the core principles of information security: Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability. 

Why does an organization need to adopt ISO 27001 for information security management?

Organizations need 27001 primarily to systematically manage your information security risks, build trust with customers and partners, and comply with various regulatory and legal requirements. 

By implementing an Information Security Management System (ISMS) based on the ISO standard, organizations can:

  1. Safeguard information assets
    The 27001 standard helps protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability (the "CIA triad") of all forms of information, including digital, cloud-based, and physical data.
  2. Build trust and competitive advantage
    Certification demonstrates a serious commitment to information security, which builds confidence with customers, partners, and stakeholders.
    • Increases business opportunities: Many larger companies require their suppliers to be ISO 27001 certified before they will do business with them.
    • Enhances reputation: Certification shows that your organization is resilient against modern cyber threats, which protects your brand and reputation.
    • Provides a marketing edge: An ISO 27001 certification can be a powerful differentiator in the marketplace, helping you stand out from competitors.
  3. Comply with regulations
    The 27001 standard helps organizations meet a growing number of legal, regulatory, and contractual obligations related to information security. This is especially crucial for industries like finance and healthcare that handle sensitive data.
  4. Implement a holistic and proactive approach
    The standard provides a structured, risk-based approach to managing information security that goes beyond just IT and focuses on people and processes as well.
    • Systematic risk management: It requires an organization to systematically identify, assess, and treat its information security risks, rather than just reacting to threats.
    • Continual improvement: The 27001 standard  promotes a "Plan-Do-Check-Act" cycle, ensuring your security practices are regularly reviewed, updated, and improved to keep pace with evolving threats.
  5. Reduce costs
    Investing in a systematic approach to security can be more cost-effective in the long run than managing constant, unpredictable security incidents.
    • Prevents costly breaches: Proactive risk management helps prevent security incidents that can result in expensive legal liabilities, fines, and recovery efforts.
    • Focuses resources: A risk-based approach allows organizations to prioritize their highest-risk assets and focus spending where it will have the most impact. 

2. Who should use ISO 27001?

Who needs an ISO 27001 information security management system framework?

Any organization that handles or manages sensitive information can benefit from the 27001 standard . While it is not legally mandatory, it is a key international standard for protecting data that is often required by clients, partners, and regulators, especially in certain industries. The 27001 standard is most important for any business, regardless of size, that handles large amounts of confidential or sensitive data.

Common industries

  • Information Technology and SaaS: These companies manage large volumes of customer data, system logs, and intellectual property. A certification provides assurance to enterprise clients that their data is protected.
  • Healthcare: Organizations that handle Protected Health Information (PHI) can use ISO 27001 to meet privacy requirements, especially on a global scale. In the U.S., it can be used alongside HIPAA to demonstrate a strong security posture.
  • Financial Institutions: Banks, Fintech companies, and payment processors deal with high-value, sensitive financial data. ISO 27001 helps reduce risks from cyberattacks and fraud and often helps meet regulatory compliance.
  • Telecommunications: As handlers of vast amounts of daily data traffic, telecom companies are major targets for cybercriminals. Certification helps build trust with enterprise clients who rely on secure networks.
  • Government Contractors: Companies that work with government agencies, particularly in defense and intelligence, may find ISO 27001 is a mandatory requirement for managing classified information.
  • Consulting Firms: Businesses that manage confidential client information should use ISO 27001 to prove they take data protection as seriously as the advice they provide.
  • E-commerce and Retail: Online retailers handle sensitive customer payment and personal information. ISO 27001 helps secure transactions, enhance trust, and comply with data privacy laws like GDPR and CCPA. 

 

3. Is conforming to the ISO 27001 mandatory for regulatory compliance?

No, conforming to the standard is not mandatory for regulatory compliance in itself. It is an internationally recognized, voluntary framework for implementing an Information Security Management System (ISMS). However, it can help an organization meet the technical and operational requirements of various mandatory regulations and is often required by contracts.

4. How does an organization get started using ISO 27001?

To get started, the organization needs to:

  1. Establish formal Information Security Management Function leadership, authority, and subject-matter expertise. One of the most critical first steps is to establish clear accountability and governance by defining who is responsible for managing information security related risks. Organizations can create a cross-functional committee with representatives from legal, IT, compliance, and relevant business units. A team of cross-functional leaders (e.g., directors, vice presidents, officers, and managers) with sufficient organizational authority must be designated and trained to establish a formal cybersecurity governance and risk management Function/Department/Office. Optimally,the organization should even consider appointing a Chief Information Security Officer to lead the effort.
  2. Leadership authorizes, initiates, and plans the organization's information security management system to support the organization's greater enterprise governance, risk, and compliance management.
  3. The ISO 27001 Information Security Management System standard is used to improve information risk governance, assessment, and treatment practiced as part of enterprise risk management.

5. Can I get certified as a subject-matter expert in ISO 27001 Information Security Management Systems?

Yes! Certified Information Security is the only IRMCB-accredited and authorized training provider and certification exam proctor for the Lead Implementer and Lead Auditor professional credentials.

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Great training!
02-17-2023
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Best training! I enjoyed taking the ISO 31000 Training. It was very informative and really appreciated the opportunity to speak directly with the presenter of the training. That added much value to the training. Great presentation! As someone who is really rigorous, I called the number on the CIS website to find out more about it and Allen answered all my questions. Looking forward to my next training with CIS. I still have to complete 3 more training workshops, practice exams and exams before I can become fully ISO 27001 Lead Auditor certified. I'm already thinking to sign up for other trainings with CIS, such as the CISA training. This is all because I really found the first training beneficial and way different than other trainings that I have received in the past from Gleim or IIA. Allen's trainings are tailored to the most important things to know and if you complete the training and do the practice exams you will be successful on the actual exam. I found this training through the NICCS (National Initiative for Cybersecurity Careers and Studies),which is a gov. agency. There are a lot of ISO trainings out there and some of them are not accredited. This is the reason why I chose CIS since it is accredited and I highly recommend to anyone interested in adding ISO certification to their name. Thank you Allen for all your great job in presenting and in answering all my questions.
-Enida
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Meets the required expectations
11-24-2022
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I can highly recommend this course and the whole ISO27001 Lead Auditor Track.
If you relay on the purposed way you`ll be succeed.
Even if you are not a native speaker and attend from oversees.
Thx Allen
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The content was rich and very helpful for the exam. I really enjoyed it.
03-16-2020
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These online courses have helped me understand not just the concept of ISMS but also how to apply these concepts in the real world. Allen's tutorial videos are engaging and easy to follow. I passed all the exams on first attempt. I would definitely come back here for the next level certification. -Tommy Nguyen
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ISO 27001 Information Security Management
11-12-2015
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Natalia,

ISO 27001 Information Security Management is another solid online course from CIS.
Audio/visuals are clear, and course content is industry best.  
Investment is a bargain for the knowledge gained and 16 CPE's.

Best regards,

Dennis Courtney
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Hi Allen, The ISO 27001 Information Security Management workshop and followed...
07-13-2014
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Hi Allen,
The ISO 27001 Information Security Management workshop and followed by two practice exams coverage were excellent. Workshop and practice exams helped me to understand Information Security and prepare myself for ISO 27001 certification exams. I have passed this exam successfully with high nineties.

Many Thanks
Siraj Khan
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