Develop the expertise to audit Information Security Management Systems and verify compliance with ISO/IEC 27001.
This course equips professionals with the knowledge and practical auditing skills to plan, conduct, report, and manage ISO/IEC 27001 audits using internationally recognized auditing principles and best practices.
- Why get trained: Learn how to prepare, perform, report, and manage internal and external ISMS audits, evaluate conformity against ISO/IEC 27001 requirements, gather objective evidence, interview stakeholders, manage audit teams, and apply ISO 19011 and ISO/IEC 17021-1 auditing guidelines.
- Why it matters: Certified Lead Auditors help strengthen governance, reduce organizational risk, and build confidence among customers, regulators, and stakeholders.
- Who should attend: Internal and External Auditors, Information Security Managers, Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) Professionals, Cand professionals responsible for auditing or maintaining ISO/IEC 27001 compliance.
Develop the practical auditing skills needed to lead ISO/IEC 27001 audits and strengthen information security governance across your organization. HRD Corp Claimable.
HRDC Claimable and Malaysian Bumiputeras are eligible for Yayasan Peneraju Financing Scheme. T&C applies.
Overview
ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Auditor
ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Auditor training enables you to develop the necessary expertise to perform an Information Security Management System (ISMS) audit by applying widely recognized audit principles, procedures and techniques.
During this training course, you will acquire the knowledge and skills to plan and carry out internal and external audits in compliance with ISO 19011 and ISO/IEC 17021-1 certification process.
Based on practical exercises, you will be able to master audit techniques and become competent to manage an audit program, audit team, communication with customers, and conflict resolution.
After acquiring the necessary expertise to perform this audit, you can sit for the exam and apply for a “PECB Certified ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Auditor” credential. By holding a PECB Lead Auditor Certificate, you will demonstrate that you have the capabilities and competencies to audit organizations based on best practices.
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Skills Covered
ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Auditor
ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Auditor training enables you to develop the necessary expertise to perform an Information Security Management System (ISMS) audit by applying widely recognized audit principles, procedures and techniques.
During this training course, you will acquire the knowledge and skills to plan and carry out internal and external audits in compliance with ISO 19011 and ISO/IEC 17021-1 certification process.
Based on practical exercises, you will be able to master audit techniques and become competent to manage an audit program, audit team, communication with customers, and conflict resolution.
After acquiring the necessary expertise to perform this audit, you can sit for the exam and apply for a “PECB Certified ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Auditor” credential. By holding a PECB Lead Auditor Certificate, you will demonstrate that you have the capabilities and competencies to audit organizations based on best practices.
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Prerequisites
A fundamental understanding of ISO/IEC 27001 and comprehensive knowledge of audit principles.
Target Audience
- Auditors seeking to perform and lead information security management system (ISMS) audits
- Managers or consultants seeking to master the information security management system audit process
- Individuals responsible to maintain conformity with the ISMS requirements in an organization
- Technical experts seeking to prepare for the information security management system audit
- Expert advisors in information security management
Day 1: Introduction to the Information Security Management System (ISMS) and ISO/IEC 27001
- Training course objectives and structure
- Standards and regulatory frameworks
- Certification process
- Fundamental concepts and principles of information security
- Information security management system (ISMS)
Day 2: Audit Principles, Preparation, and Initiation of an Audit
- Fundamental audit concepts and principles
- The impact of trends and technology in auditing
- Evidence-based auditing
- Risk-based auditing
- Initiation of the audit process
- Stage 1 audit
Day 3: On-Site Audit Activities
- Preparing for Stage 2 audit
- Stage 2 audit
- Communication during the audit
- Audit procedures
- Creating audit test plans
Day 4: Closing the Audit
- Drafting audit findings and nonconformity reports
- Audit documentation and quality review
- Closing of the audit
- Evaluation of action plans by the auditor
- Beyond the initial audit
- Managing an internal audit program
- Closing of the training course
Day 5: Certification Exam
- Certification exam
Dates & Locations
September 28, 2026 - October 2, 2026
September 28, 2026 - October 2, 2026
November 30, 2026 - December 4, 2026
November 30, 2026 - December 4, 2026
Exam & Certification
The “PECB Certified ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Auditor” exam fully meets the requirements of the PECB Examination and Certification Programme (ECP). The exam covers the following competency domains:
- Domain 1: Fundamental principles and concepts of Information Security Management System (ISMS)
- Domain 2: Information Security Management System (ISMS)
- Domain 3: Fundamental audit concepts and principles
- Domain 4: Preparation of an ISO/IEC 27001 audit
- Domain 5: Conducting an ISO/IEC 27001 audit
- Domain 6: Closing an ISO/IEC 27001 audit
- Domain 7: Managing an ISO/IEC 27001 audit program
For specific information about exam type, languages available, and other details, please visit the List of PECB Exams and the Examination Rules and Policies.
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