5 Days | Virtual Instructor-led | Includes Exam
Interactive training & certification to enhance your ISO27001 journey.
Understand from an auditing perspective the ISO 27001 standard, audit processes, and how to effectively audit an ISMS to reach your organisational goal of ISO 27001 certification.
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ISO 27001 Lead Auditor Training Course equips you with the expertise to conduct effective audits. You’ll gain the skills to plan, execute, lead, and report on audits for first-party (internal), second-party (supplier), and third-party organisations.
This course also deepens your understanding of Information Security Management Systems (ISMS)—covering implementation, assessment, and evaluation. Additionally, it enhances your interpersonal and communication skills, essential for auditors and audit team leaders. Engaging discussions, role-plays, and case studies ensure a hands-on learning experience, reinforcing key concepts and practical application.
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Learning Outcomes
Attending this course will allow the participant to:
- Gain a clear understanding of the latest ISO/IEC 27001 requirements
- Explore the ISO/IEC 27001 framework and the benefits of achieving certification.
- Learn about information security controls and how they help mitigate security risks.
- Develop the skills to conduct and lead certification audits, utilising effective audit checklists.
- Understand the principles of risk management, risk assessment, and risk treatment.
- Gain insight into the Statement of Applicability (SoA), its structure, and its components.
- Learn how to conduct Opening and Closing meetings as part of the audit process.
- Identify different types of non-conformities and the steps to resolve them effectively.
- Build the confidence and expertise to lead an audit team for ISO/IEC 27001 certification audits.
Knowledge Transfer
Vital Learning Edge trainers have been both working in the industry and training/sharing their knowledge for over 25 years. We only use trainers who are actively working in the field, certified and can deliver.
Practical Examples
Trainers and their real world experience make the difference! Our trainers are able to relay content and draw from their real-world application to help solidify your understanding in a practical way.
Exam Preparation
Our courses are designed to best prepare you to successfully pass your exam. Not only do our trainers delivery very well – we also include suitable courseware to ensure you have everything you need.
Who Should Attend
The ISO 27001 Lead Auditor course is designed for professionals involved in information security, risk management, compliance, and assurance. This program is ideal for those looking to deepen their understanding of ISO 27001 and prepare for an Audit.
Preparation & Pre-Reading
- Research your organisation’s Mission, Vision, Purpose, Promise and/or Values
- At a high level, understand the key business and support processes within your organisation
- Obtain a copy of the ISO27001 standard
Course Content
This 5-day ISO 27001 Lead Auditor Course covers the following Module content in preparation for the certification exam:
Understanding ISO/IEC 27001
- Overview of ISO/IEC 27001 and its importance
- Key changes from previous versions
- Structure of the ISO 27001 standard
- Benefits of ISO 27001 certification for organisations
- Implementation considerations for organisations
ISMS & Risk Management
- Core principles of an ISMS
- Information security controls & their role in risk management
- Risk assessment, evaluation, and treatment methodologies
- Developing a Statement of Applicability (SoA) and its key components
- Aligning ISMS with business objectives and compliance requirements
Audit Process & Techniques
- Types of audits: First-party (internal), second-party (supplier), and third-party (certification)
- Planning and preparing for an ISO 27001 audit
- Creating and using audit checklists effectively
- Conducting Opening and Closing meetings during audits
- Identifying and categorising non-conformities (major vs. minor)
Leading an Audit Team & Managing Non-Conformities
- Roles and responsibilities of lead auditors and audit teams
- Interpersonal and communication skills for auditors
- Techniques for conducting effective audit interviews
- Managing audit findings and corrective actions
- Steps to close non-conformities and ensure continuous improvement
- Case studies, role plays, and practical exercises
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Fees & Inclusions
Vital Learning Edge’s offers a range of delivery options for this course. As such, for more details on inclusions simply select your preferred option for more detail on fees and what you will receive:
Virtual Instructor-led Training
$3,450 + GST per person
What you will receive:
- 5 day course delivered by an experienced and certified trainer
- ISO27001 Lead Auditor workbook
- ISO27001 Lead Auditor Exam
**A copy of the ISO 27001 Standard is NOT included. We recommend obtaining a copy of this prior to the course. You may wish purchase a copy of the standard here. Note: we are not affiliated with this store and accept no responsibility if you have any issues with the purchase.
Private/In-house Training
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Exam Information
The course includes an online web-proctored certificate exam, with successful delegates being awarded Vital Learning Edge’s IS27001 Lead Auditor Certificate.
Exam Format:
- Duration: 90 minutes
- Questions: 75 multiple-choice questions
- Passing mark: 70%
- Format: Open book (delegates should demonstrate basic knowledge as well as demonstrate they can use Course-provided aids as reference)
This certificate allows participants to demonstrate to managers and employers that they have both the understanding and ability to apply the methodologies covered in the course.
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ISO 27001 Frequently Asked Questions:
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Who are your ISO trainers?
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Where are your ISO trainers based?
Our trainers are based world wide. This ensures we provide you with the best content matter expert for the course. However, we do try to utilise a local trainer as much as possible. ie. If you are attending a course in Australia, you will have an Australian trainer deliver the course.
How do I obtain a copy of the ISO27001 Standard?
Our trainers are based world wide. This ensures we provide you with the best content matter expert for the course. However, we do try to utilise a local trainer as much as possible. ie. If you are attending a course in Australia, you will have an Australian trainer deliver the course.
Where are your training venues?
To ensure we keep overheads low to pass on best value for you, we do not have any of our own training venues. Instead, we utilise training or hotel facilities in the CBD which can accommodate the learning environment required at the time we require it. We will advise registered participants of the exact location usually 2 weeks prior to the course start date.
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