A tailored course, built for your situation
Deeper command of the ISO 27001 control mapping
Master the framework behind the audit to lead from the front
$199 one-time
24-hour access provisioning
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Hand-built implementation playbook
12 modules. 12 chapters per module. 144 chapters total.
12 modules, each with 12 chapters (144 chapters total), text-based, plus downloadable templates and a hand-built implementation playbook delivered alongside course access.
Struggling to align technical controls with ISO 27001 requirements during audits
The situation this course is for
Many engineers spend extra cycles revising control mappings because they lack clarity on how specific ISO 27001 clauses translate into technical implementation. This creates delays, increases scrutiny, and limits ownership during audit reviews.
Who this is for
Mid-level data and compliance engineers in consulting firms who are accountable for implementing and documenting controls but lack formal training in ISO 27001 interpretation
Who this is not for
Executives looking for high-level overviews, auditors seeking certification prep, or teams using ISO 27001 passively without implementation ownership
What you walk away with
- Map all 114 ISO 27001 controls to technical data workflows with confidence
- Anticipate auditor follow-ups with documented rationale and evidence patterns
- Own control narratives end to end without deferring to compliance teams
- Reduce time spent on rework during internal and external audits
- Build reusable templates for control implementation across clients
The 12 modules (with all 144 chapters)
Module 1. Understanding ISO 27001 Scope and Applicability
Learn how to determine which parts of a data environment fall under ISO 27001 scope using real examples from cloud and hybrid deployments.
12 chapters in this module
- What ISO 27001 covers
- Scope boundaries in data engineering
- Clause 4 2 context of organization
- Internal vs external data flows
- Mapping entities to domains
- Data residency considerations
- Third party integrations
- Cloud provider responsibilities
- On prem to cloud transitions
- Hybrid environment mapping
- Determining legal jurisdiction
- Documentation for scope sign off
Module 2. Leadership and Governance Alignment
Align technical control design with organizational governance expectations and reporting lines.
12 chapters in this module
- Clause 5 leadership commitment
- Top management engagement
- Policy ownership structures
- Roles and responsibilities
- Internal review cadence
- Reporting to risk committees
- Documenting decision trails
- Escalation paths
- Cross functional alignment
- Stakeholder mapping
- Revision control for policies
- Sign off workflows
Module 3. Risk Assessment and Treatment Planning
Build defensible risk treatment plans grounded in ISO 27001 Annex A controls and organizational context.
12 chapters in this module
- Clause 6 risk based thinking
- Asset identification methods
- Threat modeling basics
- Vulnerability categorization
- Impact scoring frameworks
- Likelihood assessment
- Risk register structure
- Applicability rationales
- Control selection logic
- Compensating controls
- Risk acceptance criteria
- Treatment plan documentation
Module 4. Control Mapping for Data Systems
Translate ISO 27001 Annex A controls into technical implementation patterns for data pipelines and storage.
12 chapters in this module
- Annex A control categories
- Access control principles
- User provisioning workflows
- Role based access design
- Privileged account management
- Authentication mechanisms
- Session timeout policies
- Encryption in transit
- Encryption at rest
- Key management practices
- Log retention settings
- Change management controls
Module 5. Operational Security in Data Environments
Implement operational controls that align with ISO 27001 for ongoing data protection.
12 chapters in this module
- Clause 9 performance evaluation
- Monitoring data access
- Anomaly detection setups
- Incident response integration
- Backup frequency standards
- Media handling policies
- Data erasure procedures
- Secure development lifecycle
- Code review for security
- Penetration testing cycles
- Vulnerability scanning
- Patch management
Module 6. Audit Preparation and Evidence Collection
Prepare for internal and external audits with structured evidence and clear narratives.
12 chapters in this module
- Clause 10 continual improvement
- Internal audit planning
- Evidence retention rules
- Document naming conventions
- Version control for artefacts
- Interview preparation
- Common auditor questions
- Control maturity assessment
- Gap documentation
- Remediation tracking
- Audit trail formatting
- Final review checklist
Module 7. Documenting the Statement of Applicability
Build a defensible SoA with clear justifications for each control's inclusion or exclusion.
12 chapters in this module
- SoA structure and purpose
- Control inclusion rationale
- Control exclusion justification
- Linking to risk register
- Management approval steps
- Versioning the SoA
- Cross referencing policies
- Mapping to technical design
- Updating post audit
- Automating SoA updates
- Client specific customizations
- Review cycle timing
Module 8. Security Policy Development
Write and maintain security policies that meet ISO 27001 requirements and guide team behavior.
12 chapters in this module
- Policy framework design
- Acceptable use policy
- Data classification schema
- Handling PII data
- Remote work policy
- Mobile device security
- Third party risk policy
- Vendor onboarding checks
- Contractual security terms
- Policy review cadence
- Enforcement mechanisms
- Training integration
Module 9. Human Resource Security Controls
Implement pre employment and ongoing HR controls that comply with ISO 27001.
12 chapters in this module
- Pre employment screening
- Background checks
- Onboarding training
- Confidentiality agreements
- Role based training
- Security awareness cycles
- Offboarding procedures
- Account deprovisioning
- Exit interviews
- Data access revocation
- Policy attestation
- HRIS integration
Module 10. Physical and Environmental Security
Secure physical access to data systems and workspaces in line with ISO 27001.
12 chapters in this module
- Secure area definitions
- Access control systems
- Visitor management
- Cabling security
- Equipment protection
- Environmental controls
- Fire suppression systems
- Uninterruptible power
- Physical audit readiness
- Remote site considerations
- Cloud physical controls
- Vendor facility reviews
Module 11. Supplier Relationships and Third Party Risk
Manage third party vendors and cloud providers under ISO 27001 compliance requirements.
12 chapters in this module
- Vendor risk assessment
- Due diligence process
- Contractual obligations
- SLA security clauses
- Audit rights negotiation
- Cloud provider compliance
- Subprocessor management
- Onsite access controls
- Shared responsibility model
- Vendor offboarding
- Ongoing monitoring
- Incident response coordination
Module 12. Continual Improvement and Review
Establish feedback loops and review cycles to keep the ISMS current and effective.
12 chapters in this module
- Management review inputs
- KPI for security controls
- Incident trend analysis
- Corrective action tracking
- Internal audit follow up
- Policy update process
- Training effectiveness
- Benchmarking performance
- External threat updates
- Regulatory change tracking
- Annual review cycle
- Continuous refinement
How this maps to your situation
- Preparing for first ISO 27001 audit
- Reducing rework on control documentation
- Leading client facing compliance initiatives
- Advancing into senior technical compliance roles
Before vs. after
Before
Reactive control mapping, inconsistent documentation, and frequent rework during audits
After
Proactive ownership of control design, reusable templates, and faster audit readiness
What's included with your purchase
- 12 modules with 12 chapters each (144 chapters)
- Downloadable templates and worked examples for every module
- Hand-built implementation playbook delivered alongside course access
- 30-day money-back guarantee
Delivery and format
- Course and learning environment access provisioned within 24 hours of purchase
- Hand-built implementation playbook delivered alongside course access
Format: Text-based modules and chapters in the Art of Service learning environment, plus downloadable templates and worked examples for every chapter, plus the hand-built implementation playbook delivered alongside course access.
Time investment: Approximately 3 hours per module, designed to be completed over 4 to 6 weeks with full flexibility.
If nothing changes
Without mastery of ISO 27001 control logic, engineers remain dependent on compliance teams, miss opportunities to lead engagements, and extend project timelines due to rework.
How this compares to the alternatives
Unlike generic ISO 27001 overview courses, this program focuses on technical implementation in data environments, with mappings specific to cloud platforms, data pipelines, and access control systems used in enterprise consulting.
Frequently asked
Who is this course for?
Data and compliance engineers in consulting who implement or document controls for ISO 27001 audits.
How is the course structured?
12 modules, each containing 12 chapters (144 chapters total).
Does the course cover cloud environments?
Yes, with specific mappings for AWS, Azure, and GCP data controls aligned to ISO 27001.
$199 one-time. Approximately 3 hours per module, designed to be completed over 4 to 6 weeks with full flexibility..
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