This ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Auditor training course, certified by the Chartered Institute of Information Security (CIISec), is an intensive, challenging and highly interactive training program for those people who require an in-depth understanding of the ISO/IEC 27001:2022 and associated standards, and the range of auditing techniques and protocols associated with the lead auditor role.
This intensive course equips delegates with both the technical knowledge and the professional judgement required to audit an Information Security Management System (ISMS) against ISO/IEC 27001 in accordance with ISO 19011 and ISO/IEC 17021 requirements. Participants will develop their confidence to assess organisational risk, evaluate the effectiveness of security controls and provide meaningful assurance to key stakeholders.
As a CIISec accredited course, this training has been assessed against the CIISec Skills Framework, assuring learners and employers that it delivers industry-relevant, up-to-date skills that meet the expectations of modern cyber and information security roles. Successful completion demonstrates alignment with the skills, behaviours and ethical standards expected of information security professionals.
Fees
COURSE OUTLINES
- Introduction to Information Security
- Detailed content of ISO 27001:2022
- Similarities with other management systems standards
- Information Security Management Issues including operational control
- Information Security Audit Skills
- Practical exercises and feedback
COURSE DETAILS
- 08:30 – 18:00 (Days 1–4, UK Time)
- 08:30 – 14:00 (Day 5, UK Time)
- 20th – 24th April 2026
- 2nd – 6th November 2026
On the last day of the course there will be an online exam which is to be completed in our invigilated exam portal.
Delegates successfully completing the course, including the exam with a 70% pass mark, will be awarded a CIISec Certified training accredited certificate.
Successful completion of this accredited training course can be used as evidence of competency and used to apply for an accredited level of CIISec membership.
PREREQUISITES
Those attending this course are expected to have knowledge of ISO 27001:2022 as well as experience in auditing and Information Security Management Systems.