PECB Certified ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Implementer

This course equips you with the knowledge and skills to implement and manage an Information Security Management System (ISMS) based on ISO/IEC 27001, using practical approaches and recognized best practices.

You will learn how to translate ISO/IEC 27001 requirements into an implementation program, support risk-based information security controls, and establish a framework for continual management and improvement of the ISMS.

By the end of the course, you will be prepared to demonstrate your competence through the certification exam and apply what you learned to real-world ISMS implementation initiatives.

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 eLearning training course is designed to prepare you for implementing an information security management system (ISMS) based on the requirements of 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. After attending the eLearning 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.

• Project managers and consultants involved in and concerned with the implementation of an ISMS
• Expert advisors seeking to master the implementation of an ISMS
• Individuals responsible for ensuring conformity to information security requirements within an organization
• Members of an ISMS implementation team

• Gain a comprehensive understanding of the concepts, approaches, methods, and techniques used for the implementation and effective management of an ISMS
• Acknowledge the correlation between ISO/IEC 27001, ISO/IEC 27002, and other standards and regulatory frameworks
• Understand the operation of an information security management system and its processes based on ISO/IEC 27001
• Learn how to interpret and implement the requirements of ISO/IEC 27001 in the specific context of an organization
• Acquire the necessary knowledge to support an organization in effectively planning, implementing, managing, monitoring, and maintaining an ISMS

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:

• Domain 1: Fundamental principles and concepts of an information security management system (ISMS)
• Domain 2: Information security management system (ISMS)
• Domain 3: Planning an ISMS implementation based on ISO/IEC 27001
• Domain 4: Implementing an ISMS based on ISO/IEC 27001
• Domain 5: Monitoring and measurement of an ISMS based on ISO/IEC 27001
• Domain 6: Continual improvement of an ISMS based on ISO/IEC 27001
• Domain 7: Preparing for an ISMS certification audit

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

• Section 1: Training course objectives and structure
• Section 2: Standards and regulatory frameworks
• Section 3: Information Security Management System (ISMS)
• Section 4: Fundamental information security concepts and principles
• Section 5: Initiation of the ISMS implementation
• Section 6: Understanding the organization and its context
• Section 7: ISMS scope and project approval
• Section 8: Leadership and existing system
• Section 9: Organizational structure
• Section 10: Analysis of the existing system
• Section 11: Information security policy
• Section 12: Risk management
• Section 13: Statement of Applicability
• Section 14: Documented information management
• Section 15: Selection and design of controls
• Section 16: Implementation of controls
• Section 17: Trends and technologies
• Section 18: Communication and awareness
• Section 19: Competence and awareness
• Section 20: Security operations management
• Section 21: Monitoring, measurement, analysis, and evaluation
• Section 22: Internal audit
• Section 23: Management review
• Section 24: Treatment of nonconformities
• Section 25: Continual improvement
• Section 26: Preparing for the certification audit
• Section 27: Closing of the training course

After successfully passing the exam, you can apply for one of the credentials shown below. You will receive the certificate once you comply with all the requirements related to the selected credential. For more information about ISO/IEC 27001 certifications and the PECB certification process, please refer to the Certification Rules and Policies.

• Certification fees are included in the exam price.
• Participants will be provided with the training course material containing over 450 pages of explanatory information, examples, best practices, exercises, and quizzes.
• An attendance record 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.

Credential requirements summary

Note: PECB certified individuals who possess Lead Implementer and Lead Auditor credentials are qualified for the respective PECB Master credential, given that they have taken four additional Foundation exams related to this scheme. More detailed information about the Foundation exams and the Master credential requirements can be found here.

PECB's ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Implementer eLearning training course is delivered on MyPECB platform. Once logged on using your PECB account, you will be able to browse through the sections of the ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Implementer eLearning course. In addition to having the training course content in video format, you will also be able to access the regular training course materials format structured in different training course days with the additional files available in an editable format (depending on the training course, the case study, exercises, and exercises correction key files will also be available). In addition to the lectures and the training course materials, quizzes have been incorporated into MyPECB to ensure that PECB's training courses are as interactive as possible.

• Take the training course
• Access the materials on MyPECB
• Enter the exam at your most convenient date, time, and location via PECB Exams

PECB's eLearning training courses have been designed to meet the needs of diverse learners who have different learning preferences and/or limited time to attend a training course session. Here are some of the main benefits of the PECB eLearning experience:

• The entire training course and examination is carried out electronically (hence the "e" in eLearning), so all you need in order to access these training courses is a device (e.g., computer, tablet, smartphone), and internet access.
• Having access to the training courses 24/7 enables you to dictate the pace of your study. You do not have to worry about schedules, traveling, and accommodation, or having to take days off from work.
• The unlimited access allows you to go back to any section of the training course as you need them.
• Every training course consists of several video sections.