PECB ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Implementer

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.

• 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.

• Managers or consultants involved in and/or concerned with the implementation of an information security management system in an organization 
• Project managers, consultants, or expert advisers seeking to master the implementation of an information security management system; or individuals responsible to maintain conformity with the ISMS requirements within an organization
• Members of the ISMS team

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

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.

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:

• Fundamental principles and concepts of an information security management system (ISMS)
• Information security management system (ISMS)
• Planning an ISMS implementation based on ISO/IEC 27001
• Implementing an ISMS based on ISO/IEC 27001
• Monitoring and measurement of an ISMS based on ISO/IEC 27001
• Continual improvement of an ISMS based on ISO/IEC 27001 
• Preparing for an ISMS certification audit

For specific information about exam type, languages available, and other details, please visit the List of PECB Exams and the Examination Rules and Policies.

• 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.

• Explain the fundamental concepts and principles of an information security management system (ISMS) based on ISO/IEC 27001
• Interpret the ISO/IEC 27001 requirements for an ISMS from the perspective of an implementer
• Initiate and plan the implementation of an ISMS based on ISO/IEC 27001, by utilizing PECB’s IMS2 Methodology and other best practices
• Support an organization in operating, maintaining, and continually improving an ISMS based on ISO/IEC 27001
• Prepare an organization to undergo a third-party certification audit