A tailored course, built for your situation
Deeper command of the ISO 27001 control mapping
Build unshakable authority in information security governance with precise, actionable mastery of ISO 27001 requirements and implementation patterns
$199 one-time
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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.
Who this is for
Senior client-facing consultants and governance leads driving compliance engagements in global services firms
Who this is not for
Individuals seeking entry-level compliance awareness or non-technical overviews of ISO 27001
What you walk away with
- Internalize the full ISO 27001 control set and recall applicability without reference
- Map controls to client environments accurately and confidently in real time
- Explain control intent and testing criteria to auditors and stakeholders without hesitation
- Identify valid control exceptions and compensating controls based on real precedent
- Deliver client assessments with higher authority and lower rework
The 12 modules (with all 144 chapters)
Module 1. ISO 27001 Overview and Context
Establish foundational understanding of ISO 27001’s purpose, scope, and role in client engagements.
12 chapters in this module
- What ISO 27001 solves
- Difference from SOC 2 and GDPR
- Core components of the standard
- Information Security Management System basics
- Roles in implementation
- Certification lifecycle
- Common misconceptions
- Industry adoption trends
- Client expectations overview
- Risk-based thinking approach
- Annex A introduction
- Plan Do Check Act cycle
Module 2. Leadership and Commitment Controls
Master control 5.1 through 5.3: leadership responsibility, policy definition, and organizational roles.
12 chapters in this module
- Top management accountability
- Information security policy
- Roles and responsibilities
- Reporting security performance
- Integration with governance
- Documented decisions
- Leadership communication
- Policy review cadence
- Scope documentation
- Resource allocation proof
- Management review inputs
- Commitment evidence
Module 3. Planning and Risk Assessment
Break down controls 6.1 through 6.3: risk methodology, criteria, and treatment planning.
12 chapters in this module
- Risk assessment scope
- Asset identification
- Threat and vulnerability mapping
- Risk evaluation methodology
- Risk acceptance criteria
- Risk treatment options
- Statement of Applicability
- Risk register structure
- Risk owner assignment
- Residual risk reporting
- Risk review frequency
- Integration with audit planning
Module 4. Organizational Controls
Cover controls 7.1 through 7.6: documentation, classification, media handling, and secrecy.
12 chapters in this module
- Document control process
- Information classification scheme
- Labeling conventions
- Handling procedures
- Media disposal
- Cryptographic policy
- Physical media security
- Storage security
- Access control
- Retention policies
- Disposal records
- Audit logging
Module 5. Human Resource Security
Detail controls 8.1 through 8.3: pre-employment, roles, and post-employment security.
12 chapters in this module
- Pre-employment screening
- Confidentiality agreements
- Role-based access
- Security awareness training
- Disciplinary process
- Post-employment access
- Exit interviews
- Remote work security
- Third-party vetting
- Onboarding checks
- Ongoing monitoring
- Policy attestation
Module 6. Asset Management
Implement controls 9.1 through 9.4: inventory, ownership, acceptable use, and classification.
12 chapters in this module
- Asset inventory process
- Asset ownership
- Acceptable use policy
- Return of assets
- Inventory update cadence
- Classification mapping
- Data flow diagrams
- Cloud asset tracking
- Shadow IT detection
- Asset tagging
- Lifecycle management
- Decommissioning checklist
Module 7. Access Control
Apply controls 10.1 through 10.6: access policy, user management, and password controls.
12 chapters in this module
- Access control policy
- User registration
- Privileged access
- Password management
- Session controls
- Access review
- Role-based access
- Segregation of duties
- Remote access
- Multi-factor adoption
- Access revocation
- Authentication mechanisms
Module 8. Cryptography
Implement controls 11.1 and 11.2: key management and cryptographic usage.
12 chapters in this module
- Cryptographic policy
- Key lifecycle
- Encryption methods
- Key storage
- Key rotation
- Certificate management
- End-to-end encryption
- Data at rest encryption
- Data in transit
- Algorithm standards
- Cryptographic audit
- Decryption access
Module 9. Physical and Environmental Security
Address controls 12.1 through 12.3: site access, equipment security, and environmental controls.
12 chapters in this module
- Secure areas
- Entry controls
- Equipment protection
- Cabling security
- Environmental risks
- Power supply
- Fire suppression
- Monitoring systems
- Visitor access
- Workstation security
- Device storage
- Disaster recovery site
Module 10. Operations Security
Apply controls 13.1 through 13.3: operational procedures, change management, and protection.
12 chapters in this module
- Operational documentation
- Change control process
- Capacity management
- Monitoring and logging
- Backup procedures
- Media handling
- Malware protection
- Network configuration
- Service continuity
- Incident logging
- Scheduler security
- Job automation
Module 11. Communications Security
Implement controls 14.1 and 14.2: network security and segregation.
12 chapters in this module
- Network access control
- Network segmentation
- Router security
- Firewall policy
- Wireless security
- Remote access
- Network monitoring
- Denial of service protection
- Email security
- Web filtering
- Cloud connectivity
- Zero trust alignment
Module 12. System Acquisition and Maintenance
Cover controls 15.1 through 15.4: secure development, testing, and lifecycle management.
12 chapters in this module
- Secure development policy
- Code review
- Penetration testing
- Vendor assurance
- Software updates
- Patch management
- Technical vulnerability
- Secure defaults
- Release management
- Change approval
- Test environment
- Decommissioning
How this maps to your situation
- Client proposal scoping
- Internal control review
- Audit preparation
- Consultative engagement
Before vs. after
Before
Relying on team input and generic templates to interpret ISO 27001 controls
After
Confidently leading client discussions with deep, structured knowledge of control intent and applicability
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 12 hours total, designed for completion across three weeks with practical application between modules.
If nothing changes
Without deeper command of ISO 27001, practitioners risk slower client delivery, increased rework, and diminished authority in compliance conversations.
How this compares to the alternatives
Unlike generic ISO 27001 overviews, this course delivers structured mastery of control-level reasoning, exceptions, and real-world applicability patterns used by top practitioners.
Frequently asked
Who is this course for?
Senior consultants, client leads, and governance specialists who need to speak with authority on ISO 27001 control applicability and implementation.
How is the course structured?
12 modules, each containing 12 chapters (144 chapters total).
Will this help with client proposals?
Yes, you'll gain clarity on control scoping and justification, improving speed and confidence in client delivery.
$199 one-time. Approximately 12 hours total, designed for completion across three weeks with practical application between modules..
Within 24 hours your account in the learning environment is provisioned and the tailored implementation playbook is delivered alongside it.
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