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ISO 27001

ISO27001 - Lead Implementer

ISO27001 - Lead Implementer. Review available formats, prerequisites, current inclusions and certification terms before booking.

PECBLead Implementer5 daysLiveSelf-pacedIn-house
  • Practitioner-led, taught by a working CISO
Christophe Mazzola

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Christophe Mazzola

Practicing CISO · Founder of Cyber Academy

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For

Right fit if you are.

  • ✓Managers or consultants involved in planning or overseeing an ISMS implementation
  • ✓Project managers seeking structured methodology for managing an ISMS deployment
  • ✓Expert advisers who support organisations in achieving ISO/IEC 27001 conformity
  • ✓Individuals responsible for maintaining ongoing ISMS conformity within their organisation
  • ✓Members of an ISMS implementation team who need end-to-end process knowledge

Honest call

NOT for. When to skip it.

We'd rather you keep your money than buy the wrong path.

  • ✗Individuals with no background in information security or ISO/IEC 27001, as the course assumes foundational knowledge
  • ✗Those primarily interested in auditing or assessing an ISMS rather than building one
  • ✗Participants seeking a broad introduction to cybersecurity rather than structured ISMS implementation guidance
  • ✗Professionals whose role is limited to a single technical area and who have no involvement in ISMS governance or project management

Outcomes

What you'll be able to do

  • 1Describe the fundamental concepts and principles of an ISMS based on ISO/IEC 27001
  • 2Interpret ISO/IEC 27001 requirements from the perspective of someone responsible for implementing the system
  • 3Initiate and plan an ISMS implementation project using PECB's IMS2 Methodology and recognised best practices
  • 4Execute the operational components of an ISMS implementation aligned with ISO/IEC 27001 clauses
  • 5Support the monitoring, measurement, and continual improvement of an established ISMS
  • 6Prepare an organisation's documentation, processes, and evidence base for a third-party certification audit

Programme

Day by day

Day 1Introduction to ISO/IEC 27001 and Initiation of an ISMS Implementation

  • ISO/IEC 27001 Principles and ISMS Framework

    The structure of ISO/IEC 27001 and the core principles of an effective ISMS are introduced to establish the implementation context.

  • Initiating an ISMS Implementation Project

    Participants learn how to define the project mandate, secure leadership commitment, and establish the initial organisational context needed to begin an ISMS.

By end of day

  • • Define the organisational context and scope required to initiate an ISMS project
  • • Identify the leadership and stakeholder commitments needed from day one
Day 2Implementation Plan of an ISMS

  • Risk Assessment and Risk Treatment Planning

    Participants apply ISO/IEC 27001 requirements to conduct an information security risk assessment and develop a corresponding risk treatment plan.

  • ISMS Implementation Planning Using IMS2 Methodology

    PECB's IMS2 Methodology is used to structure the planning phase, covering objectives, controls selection, and resource allocation.

By end of day

  • • Construct a risk treatment plan that maps identified risks to appropriate ISO/IEC 27001 controls
  • • Use a recognised implementation methodology to organise project planning activities
Day 3Implementation of an ISMS

  • Implementing Policies, Procedures, and Controls

    The practical steps involved in deploying information security policies, processes, and Annex A controls within an organisation are covered.

  • Competence, Awareness, and Communication

    Participants examine how to build staff competence, raise security awareness, and maintain effective communication throughout the ISMS lifecycle.

  • Documented Information and Operational Controls

    Requirements for creating, maintaining, and controlling the documented information that underpins an operational ISMS are explored.

By end of day

  • • Deploy ISMS policies and controls in a manner consistent with ISO/IEC 27001 operational requirements
  • • Establish documentation practices that satisfy audit and certification evidence needs
Day 4ISMS Monitoring, Continual Improvement, and Preparation for the Certification Audit

  • Monitoring, Measurement, and Internal Audit

    Participants learn how to define performance indicators, conduct internal audits, and use results to evaluate ISMS effectiveness.

  • Management Review and Continual Improvement

    The role of management review in driving corrective action and supporting continual improvement under ISO/IEC 27001 Clause 10 is examined.

  • Preparing for a Third-Party Certification Audit

    Participants review the documentation, evidence, and readiness activities an organisation should complete before hosting an external certification audit.

By end of day

  • • Design a monitoring and measurement framework that generates actionable ISMS performance data
  • • Identify and address readiness gaps before a third-party certification audit takes place
Day 5Exam Preparation and Review

  • Competency Domain Consolidation

    All seven competency domains of the PECB Lead Implementer exam are revisited to reinforce learning and identify areas requiring further attention.

  • Practice Scenarios and Exam Readiness

    Participants work through applied scenarios aligned to exam domains to build confidence and familiarity with question styles.

By end of day

  • • Confirm personal readiness across all implementation domains before sitting the PECB certification exam
  • • Apply lessons from the full week to realistic ISMS implementation scenarios

Public sessions

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Deep dive

Everything inside this certification

The detail behind the headline. Read at your own pace. Each section answers a buyer question we get on discovery calls.

  • Domain 1: Fundamental principles and concepts of an information security management system
  • Domain 2: Information security management system requirements
  • Domain 3: Planning of an ISMS implementation based on ISO/IEC 27001
  • Domain 4: Implementation of 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: Preparation for an ISMS certification audit
  • 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.

Educational approach

  • 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.

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FAQ

Buyers always ask

What is PECB's IMS2 Methodology and why is it used in this course?+

PECB's IMS2 Methodology is a structured approach to implementing management systems that organises the project lifecycle into clear, manageable phases. It is referenced within this course as a practical framework for planning and executing an ISMS implementation alongside the requirements of ISO/IEC 27001.

Using a defined methodology helps participants translate standard requirements into ordered, actionable project steps rather than working from the standard text alone.

How does completing this training differ from achieving an ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Implementer certification?+

Attending and completing the Cyber Academy training course means you have engaged with the full five-day curriculum. Cyber Academy may issue an attestation of course completion for this.

Achieving a PECB certification requires passing the PECB certification exam separately and satisfying PECB's credential requirements, which may include relevant professional experience. These requirements are governed by PECB's Certification Rules and Policies, not by Cyber Academy.

How many competency domains does the PECB ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Implementer exam address?+

According to PECB, the exam covers seven domains: fundamental ISMS principles and concepts; ISMS requirements; planning an ISMS implementation; implementing an ISMS; monitoring and measurement; continual improvement; and preparation for a certification audit.

The four training days are structured to build knowledge across all these domains progressively, with the fifth day supporting consolidation and exam readiness.

Is this course suitable for someone who also wants to audit an ISMS?+

This course focuses on the implementation perspective, covering how to design, deploy, operate, and improve an ISMS. It does not train participants in audit methodology, audit evidence collection, or conformity assessment techniques.

Individuals whose work involves both implementing and auditing an ISMS may benefit from also attending the ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Auditor course, which addresses the audit process specifically.

Does the course cover how to select and apply Annex A controls?+

Yes. The implementation day of the programme includes practical coverage of deploying policies, procedures, and controls drawn from ISO/IEC 27001, which references Annex A controls as options for treating identified information security risks.

Participants also work through risk treatment planning activities that involve mapping risks to appropriate controls, giving hands-on exposure to control selection decisions.

Next step

Where this leads

Pillar guide

Read the full ISO 27001 guide

The ISMS family. Statement of Applicability, controls, stage 1/2 audits, certification cycles.

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