ISO 27001 Implementation and Compliance Masterclass
You're facing pressure like never before. Cyber threats are escalating, regulations are tightening, and your board is demanding proof that your organization’s information is secure. You can’t afford guesswork, delays, or incomplete frameworks. The cost of failure isn’t just financial - it's reputational, legal, and existential. Yet most compliance efforts stall at the planning stage, buried in vague policies, misaligned teams, and unclear accountability. You’ve read the standard, but turning ISO 27001 from theory into a living, auditable, board-ready Information Security Management System (ISMS) feels like navigating a maze blindfolded. The ISO 27001 Implementation and Compliance Masterclass is your step-by-step blueprint to cut through the complexity and deliver a fully implemented ISMS in as little as 90 days - complete with documented controls, risk treatment plans, internal audit readiness, and leadership alignment. This isn’t abstract theory. You’ll follow a battle-tested methodology used by information security leaders in finance, healthcare, and tech to achieve certified compliance and secure executive buy-in. One recent learner, Fatima R., Lead Compliance Officer at a European fintech scale-up, went from unstructured security practices to full certification readiness in 11 weeks, securing a €2M contract that required ISO 27001 compliance as a prerequisite. You’re not just learning a standard - you’re building a strategic asset that future-proofs your organization, elevates your credibility, and positions you as the go-to expert in risk and governance. No more confusion. No more stalled projects. This course delivers clarity, control, and career-defining outcomes. Here’s how this course is structured to help you get there.Course Format & Delivery Details This is a self-paced, on-demand learning experience with immediate online access. There are no fixed dates or time commitments. You progress at your own speed, on your own schedule, from any device, anywhere in the world. What You Get
- Lifetime access to all course materials, with ongoing future updates included at no extra cost
- 24/7 global access with full mobile-friendly compatibility - study during commutes, between meetings, or from the field
- A structured, step-by-step learning path proven to take professionals from ISO 27001 novice to implementation expert in 8–12 weeks
- Clear visibility into progress with intuitive tracking tools and milestone checkpoints
- Direct access to expert guidance through structured support channels, ensuring your implementation questions are answered promptly
- A Certificate of Completion issued by The Art of Service - a globally recognized credential trusted by organizations in over 140 countries, enhancing your professional credibility and employability
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This program is designed for professionals across industries and experience levels - from IT managers and compliance officers to risk consultants and CISOs. Whether you’re new to ISO 27001 or have struggled with failed audits, this course gives you the clarity and structure you need. This works even if: you’ve never led a compliance project, your organization lacks resources, or you’re working across siloed teams. The methodologies are scalable, pragmatic, and built for real-world constraints. With over 17,000 professionals certified through The Art of Service’s ISO programs, our approach consistently delivers results. This isn’t hype - it’s a proven system for turning standards into action.
Module 1: Foundations of Information Security and ISO 27001 - Understanding the global threat landscape and its business impact
- Why ISO 27001 is the gold standard for information security
- Key benefits of certification for organizations and individuals
- Overview of the ISO/IEC 27000 family of standards
- Differences between ISO 27001 and other security frameworks (NIST, SOC 2, GDPR)
- Core principles of information security: confidentiality, integrity, availability
- The role of risk-based thinking in security management
- Understanding organizational context and stakeholder expectations
- Defining the scope of your ISMS
- Preparing for management involvement and securing executive sponsorship
- Establishing a business case for ISO 27001 implementation
- Mapping compliance to strategic business objectives
- Identifying internal and external issues affecting information security
- Understanding the role of legal, regulatory, and contractual requirements
- Conducting a pre-assessment gap analysis
- Setting realistic timelines and milestones for implementation
Module 2: Leadership, Governance, and Organizational Alignment - Defining roles and responsibilities within the ISMS
- Creating an Information Security Steering Committee
- Developing an information security policy framework
- Writing the Information Security Policy Statement
- Gaining board-level commitment and ongoing involvement
- Establishing a clear chain of accountability
- Defining information security objectives and KPIs
- Integrating ISMS goals with business continuity and risk management
- Using the PDCA (Plan-Do-Check-Act) cycle in practice
- Developing an implementation roadmap with phase-wise deliverables
- Managing cross-functional collaboration between IT, legal, HR, and operations
- Creating a communication plan for ISMS stakeholders
- Running effective kickoff meetings and governance sessions
- Overcoming resistance to change and securing buy-in
- Embedding security into corporate culture
- Documenting leadership commitment for audit purposes
Module 3: Risk Assessment and Treatment Methodology - Understanding risk assessment in the ISO 27001 context
- Selecting a risk assessment methodology (qualitative vs quantitative)
- Defining risk criteria: likelihood, impact, risk appetite
- Creating an asset inventory with classification levels
- Identifying threats and vulnerabilities across people, processes, and technology
- Using standardized threat catalogs and vulnerability databases
- Assessing risks across all relevant business processes
- Calculating risk scores and prioritizing high-risk areas
- Developing a Risk Treatment Plan (RTP)
- Selecting appropriate risk treatment options: avoid, transfer, mitigate, accept
- Assigning ownership for each risk treatment action
- Linking controls to specific risks and business impacts
- Validating risk assessments with management review
- Documenting risk assessment assumptions and limitations
- Creating a Statement of Applicability (SoA) from first principles
- Using SoA to justify inclusion or exclusion of Annex A controls
Module 4: ISO 27001 Annex A Control Objectives and Implementation - Overview of Annex A and its 93 controls across 4 themes
- Interpreting control objectives for real-world application
- Control 5.1: Policy for information security
- Control 5.2: Segregation of duties
- Control 5.3: Contact with authorities
- Control 5.4: Contact with special interest groups
- Control 5.5: Threat intelligence
- Control 5.6: Inventory of information and other associated assets
- Control 5.7: Acceptable use of information and other associated assets
- Control 5.8: Return of assets
- Control 5.9: Classification of information
- Control 5.10: Labelling of information
- Control 5.11: Disclosure of information
- Control 5.12: Information transfer
- Control 5.13: Access control
- Control 5.14: Identity management
- Control 5.15: Authentication information
- Control 5.16: Access rights
- Control 5.17: Access control to network
- Control 5.18: Access control to operating systems
- Control 5.19: Access control to applications and services
- Control 5.20: Access control to cloud services
- Control 5.21: Access control to source code
- Control 5.22: Secure authentication
- Control 5.23: Secure logon procedures
- Control 5.24: Management of privileged access rights
- Control 5.25: Management of secret authentication information of users
- Control 5.26: Session timeout
- Control 5.27: Use of privileged utility programs
- Control 5.28: Access control to system administration and operation
- Control 5.29: Identity proofing
- Control 5.30: User training and awareness
- Control 5.31: Disciplinary process
- Control 5.32: Termination responsibilities
- Control 5.33: Return of assets
- Control 5.34: Removal of access rights
- Control 5.35: Data leakage prevention
- Control 5.36: Monitoring of data transfer
- Control 5.37: Protection of information in networks
- Control 5.38: Security of network services
- Control 5.39: Segregation in networks
- Control 5.40: Web filtering
- Control 5.41: Secure coding policy
- Control 5.42: Secure system engineering principles
- Control 5.43: Secure development environment
- Control 5.44: Application security requirements
- Control 5.45: Secure authentication and authorisation
- Control 5.46: Secure data input and handling
- Control 5.47: Secure data output and interfaces
- Control 5.48: Secure system architecture
- Control 5.49: Secure configuration in development
- Control 5.50: Secure system deployment
- Control 5.51: System security testing
- Control 5.52: Secure system maintenance
- Control 5.53: Installation of software by users
- Control 5.54: Network security monitoring
- Control 5.55: Secure disposal or re-use of equipment
- Control 5.56: Central time synchronisation
- Control 5.57: Cryptographic controls policy
- Control 5.58: Key management
- Control 5.59: Protection of information with cryptography
- Control 5.60: Physical entry controls
- Control 5.61: Security of offices, rooms and facilities
- Control 5.62: Physical security monitoring
- Control 5.63: Security of equipment
- Control 5.64: Securing of devices supporting the supply chain
- Control 5.65: Equipment maintenance
- Control 5.66: Removal of assets
- Control 5.67: Uptime of systems and networks
- Control 5.68: Secure disposal of equipment
- Control 5.69: Control of operational software
- Control 5.70: Change management
- Control 5.71: Capacity management
- Control 5.72: Monitoring and review of controls
- Control 5.73: Protection of logs
- Control 5.74: Administrator and operator logs
- Control 5.75: Logs of user activities, exceptions, and security events
- Control 5.76: Time settings
- Control 5.77: Secure log retention
- Control 5.78: Audit logging
- Control 5.79: Vulnerability management
- Control 5.80: Information security event management
- Control 5.81: Escalation and response
- Control 5.82: Learning from information security incidents
- Control 5.83: Collection of evidence
- Control 5.84: Business continuity planning
- Control 5.85: Redundancies of information processing facilities
- Control 5.86: Outsourcing agreements on information security
- Control 5.87: Monitoring and review of supplier services
- Control 5.88: Managing changes to supplier services
- Control 5.89: Information security in project management
- Control 5.90: Intellectual property rights
- Control 5.91: Protection of records
- Control 5.92: Digital rights management
- Control 5.93: Privacy and protection of PII
Module 5: Documentation and Record Management - Required documents and records under ISO 27001 clause 7
- Creating a Documented Information Framework
- Version control and document approval workflows
- Storing and retrieving security documents securely
- Retention schedules for compliance records
- Designing user-friendly policy templates
- Ensuring document readability and accessibility
- Training staff on document compliance
- Conducting document reviews and updates
- Audit-readiness of documentation
Module 6: Internal Audit, Monitoring, and Continuous Improvement - Planning and scheduling internal ISMS audits
- Selecting qualified internal auditors
- Developing audit checklists aligned with Annex A
- Conducting audit interviews and evidence gathering
- Writing non-conformance reports
- Tracking corrective and preventive actions
- Measuring control effectiveness through KPIs
- Running management review meetings
- Presentation of ISMS performance to executives
- Updating risk assessments and SoA annually
- Implementing continual improvement cycles
- Using feedback loops to refine the ISMS
Module 7: Preparing for External Certification Audit - Choosing an accredited certification body
- Understanding the two-stage certification audit process
- Preparing for Stage 1: Documentation review
- Preparing for Stage 2: On-site audit
- Responding to auditor findings
- Correcting minor and major non-conformities
- Scheduling surveillance audits
- Maintaining certification over time
- Leveraging certification for business growth
- Marketing your ISO 27001 status to clients and partners
Module 8: Integration with Other Standards and Business Functions - Aligning ISO 27001 with GDPR and data protection laws
- Integrating with ISO 22301 (Business Continuity)
- Linking to ISO 27017 (Cloud Security) and ISO 27018 (Privacy in the Cloud)
- Mapping controls to NIST CSF and CIS Controls
- Embedding ISMS into procurement and vendor management
- Connecting information security with HR onboarding and offboarding
- Using the ISMS to support secure SDLC practices
- Supporting third-party risk assessments
- Scaling the ISMS across multi-site or global operations
- Managing subsidiaries and acquisitions under one ISMS
Module 9: Implementation Projects and Real-World Application - Project 1: Scope definition for a mid-sized SaaS company
- Project 2: Conducting a full risk assessment in a healthcare environment
- Project 3: Building a Statement of Applicability for a financial institution
- Project 4: Creating a Risk Treatment Plan with actionable controls
- Project 5: Drafting policies and procedures for remote work security
- Project 6: Running an internal audit simulation
- Project 7: Preparing for a mock certification audit
- Project 8: Developing executive dashboards for ISMS performance
- Project 9: Aligning security objectives with strategic business goals
- Project 10: Building a board-ready compliance presentation
Module 10: Certification, Career Advancement, and Next Steps - How to claim your Certificate of Completion from The Art of Service
- Adding certification to your LinkedIn profile and CV
- Using the credential in job applications and salary negotiations
- Preparing for career progression in GRC, risk, and security leadership
- Networking with other certified professionals
- Accessing advanced resources and communities
- Staying updated with evolving security standards
- Renewal and ongoing professional development
- Next steps after ISO 27001: exploring ISO 27005, 27701, and more
- Becoming an internal ISMS champion and mentor
- Understanding the global threat landscape and its business impact
- Why ISO 27001 is the gold standard for information security
- Key benefits of certification for organizations and individuals
- Overview of the ISO/IEC 27000 family of standards
- Differences between ISO 27001 and other security frameworks (NIST, SOC 2, GDPR)
- Core principles of information security: confidentiality, integrity, availability
- The role of risk-based thinking in security management
- Understanding organizational context and stakeholder expectations
- Defining the scope of your ISMS
- Preparing for management involvement and securing executive sponsorship
- Establishing a business case for ISO 27001 implementation
- Mapping compliance to strategic business objectives
- Identifying internal and external issues affecting information security
- Understanding the role of legal, regulatory, and contractual requirements
- Conducting a pre-assessment gap analysis
- Setting realistic timelines and milestones for implementation
Module 2: Leadership, Governance, and Organizational Alignment - Defining roles and responsibilities within the ISMS
- Creating an Information Security Steering Committee
- Developing an information security policy framework
- Writing the Information Security Policy Statement
- Gaining board-level commitment and ongoing involvement
- Establishing a clear chain of accountability
- Defining information security objectives and KPIs
- Integrating ISMS goals with business continuity and risk management
- Using the PDCA (Plan-Do-Check-Act) cycle in practice
- Developing an implementation roadmap with phase-wise deliverables
- Managing cross-functional collaboration between IT, legal, HR, and operations
- Creating a communication plan for ISMS stakeholders
- Running effective kickoff meetings and governance sessions
- Overcoming resistance to change and securing buy-in
- Embedding security into corporate culture
- Documenting leadership commitment for audit purposes
Module 3: Risk Assessment and Treatment Methodology - Understanding risk assessment in the ISO 27001 context
- Selecting a risk assessment methodology (qualitative vs quantitative)
- Defining risk criteria: likelihood, impact, risk appetite
- Creating an asset inventory with classification levels
- Identifying threats and vulnerabilities across people, processes, and technology
- Using standardized threat catalogs and vulnerability databases
- Assessing risks across all relevant business processes
- Calculating risk scores and prioritizing high-risk areas
- Developing a Risk Treatment Plan (RTP)
- Selecting appropriate risk treatment options: avoid, transfer, mitigate, accept
- Assigning ownership for each risk treatment action
- Linking controls to specific risks and business impacts
- Validating risk assessments with management review
- Documenting risk assessment assumptions and limitations
- Creating a Statement of Applicability (SoA) from first principles
- Using SoA to justify inclusion or exclusion of Annex A controls
Module 4: ISO 27001 Annex A Control Objectives and Implementation - Overview of Annex A and its 93 controls across 4 themes
- Interpreting control objectives for real-world application
- Control 5.1: Policy for information security
- Control 5.2: Segregation of duties
- Control 5.3: Contact with authorities
- Control 5.4: Contact with special interest groups
- Control 5.5: Threat intelligence
- Control 5.6: Inventory of information and other associated assets
- Control 5.7: Acceptable use of information and other associated assets
- Control 5.8: Return of assets
- Control 5.9: Classification of information
- Control 5.10: Labelling of information
- Control 5.11: Disclosure of information
- Control 5.12: Information transfer
- Control 5.13: Access control
- Control 5.14: Identity management
- Control 5.15: Authentication information
- Control 5.16: Access rights
- Control 5.17: Access control to network
- Control 5.18: Access control to operating systems
- Control 5.19: Access control to applications and services
- Control 5.20: Access control to cloud services
- Control 5.21: Access control to source code
- Control 5.22: Secure authentication
- Control 5.23: Secure logon procedures
- Control 5.24: Management of privileged access rights
- Control 5.25: Management of secret authentication information of users
- Control 5.26: Session timeout
- Control 5.27: Use of privileged utility programs
- Control 5.28: Access control to system administration and operation
- Control 5.29: Identity proofing
- Control 5.30: User training and awareness
- Control 5.31: Disciplinary process
- Control 5.32: Termination responsibilities
- Control 5.33: Return of assets
- Control 5.34: Removal of access rights
- Control 5.35: Data leakage prevention
- Control 5.36: Monitoring of data transfer
- Control 5.37: Protection of information in networks
- Control 5.38: Security of network services
- Control 5.39: Segregation in networks
- Control 5.40: Web filtering
- Control 5.41: Secure coding policy
- Control 5.42: Secure system engineering principles
- Control 5.43: Secure development environment
- Control 5.44: Application security requirements
- Control 5.45: Secure authentication and authorisation
- Control 5.46: Secure data input and handling
- Control 5.47: Secure data output and interfaces
- Control 5.48: Secure system architecture
- Control 5.49: Secure configuration in development
- Control 5.50: Secure system deployment
- Control 5.51: System security testing
- Control 5.52: Secure system maintenance
- Control 5.53: Installation of software by users
- Control 5.54: Network security monitoring
- Control 5.55: Secure disposal or re-use of equipment
- Control 5.56: Central time synchronisation
- Control 5.57: Cryptographic controls policy
- Control 5.58: Key management
- Control 5.59: Protection of information with cryptography
- Control 5.60: Physical entry controls
- Control 5.61: Security of offices, rooms and facilities
- Control 5.62: Physical security monitoring
- Control 5.63: Security of equipment
- Control 5.64: Securing of devices supporting the supply chain
- Control 5.65: Equipment maintenance
- Control 5.66: Removal of assets
- Control 5.67: Uptime of systems and networks
- Control 5.68: Secure disposal of equipment
- Control 5.69: Control of operational software
- Control 5.70: Change management
- Control 5.71: Capacity management
- Control 5.72: Monitoring and review of controls
- Control 5.73: Protection of logs
- Control 5.74: Administrator and operator logs
- Control 5.75: Logs of user activities, exceptions, and security events
- Control 5.76: Time settings
- Control 5.77: Secure log retention
- Control 5.78: Audit logging
- Control 5.79: Vulnerability management
- Control 5.80: Information security event management
- Control 5.81: Escalation and response
- Control 5.82: Learning from information security incidents
- Control 5.83: Collection of evidence
- Control 5.84: Business continuity planning
- Control 5.85: Redundancies of information processing facilities
- Control 5.86: Outsourcing agreements on information security
- Control 5.87: Monitoring and review of supplier services
- Control 5.88: Managing changes to supplier services
- Control 5.89: Information security in project management
- Control 5.90: Intellectual property rights
- Control 5.91: Protection of records
- Control 5.92: Digital rights management
- Control 5.93: Privacy and protection of PII
Module 5: Documentation and Record Management - Required documents and records under ISO 27001 clause 7
- Creating a Documented Information Framework
- Version control and document approval workflows
- Storing and retrieving security documents securely
- Retention schedules for compliance records
- Designing user-friendly policy templates
- Ensuring document readability and accessibility
- Training staff on document compliance
- Conducting document reviews and updates
- Audit-readiness of documentation
Module 6: Internal Audit, Monitoring, and Continuous Improvement - Planning and scheduling internal ISMS audits
- Selecting qualified internal auditors
- Developing audit checklists aligned with Annex A
- Conducting audit interviews and evidence gathering
- Writing non-conformance reports
- Tracking corrective and preventive actions
- Measuring control effectiveness through KPIs
- Running management review meetings
- Presentation of ISMS performance to executives
- Updating risk assessments and SoA annually
- Implementing continual improvement cycles
- Using feedback loops to refine the ISMS
Module 7: Preparing for External Certification Audit - Choosing an accredited certification body
- Understanding the two-stage certification audit process
- Preparing for Stage 1: Documentation review
- Preparing for Stage 2: On-site audit
- Responding to auditor findings
- Correcting minor and major non-conformities
- Scheduling surveillance audits
- Maintaining certification over time
- Leveraging certification for business growth
- Marketing your ISO 27001 status to clients and partners
Module 8: Integration with Other Standards and Business Functions - Aligning ISO 27001 with GDPR and data protection laws
- Integrating with ISO 22301 (Business Continuity)
- Linking to ISO 27017 (Cloud Security) and ISO 27018 (Privacy in the Cloud)
- Mapping controls to NIST CSF and CIS Controls
- Embedding ISMS into procurement and vendor management
- Connecting information security with HR onboarding and offboarding
- Using the ISMS to support secure SDLC practices
- Supporting third-party risk assessments
- Scaling the ISMS across multi-site or global operations
- Managing subsidiaries and acquisitions under one ISMS
Module 9: Implementation Projects and Real-World Application - Project 1: Scope definition for a mid-sized SaaS company
- Project 2: Conducting a full risk assessment in a healthcare environment
- Project 3: Building a Statement of Applicability for a financial institution
- Project 4: Creating a Risk Treatment Plan with actionable controls
- Project 5: Drafting policies and procedures for remote work security
- Project 6: Running an internal audit simulation
- Project 7: Preparing for a mock certification audit
- Project 8: Developing executive dashboards for ISMS performance
- Project 9: Aligning security objectives with strategic business goals
- Project 10: Building a board-ready compliance presentation
Module 10: Certification, Career Advancement, and Next Steps - How to claim your Certificate of Completion from The Art of Service
- Adding certification to your LinkedIn profile and CV
- Using the credential in job applications and salary negotiations
- Preparing for career progression in GRC, risk, and security leadership
- Networking with other certified professionals
- Accessing advanced resources and communities
- Staying updated with evolving security standards
- Renewal and ongoing professional development
- Next steps after ISO 27001: exploring ISO 27005, 27701, and more
- Becoming an internal ISMS champion and mentor
- Understanding risk assessment in the ISO 27001 context
- Selecting a risk assessment methodology (qualitative vs quantitative)
- Defining risk criteria: likelihood, impact, risk appetite
- Creating an asset inventory with classification levels
- Identifying threats and vulnerabilities across people, processes, and technology
- Using standardized threat catalogs and vulnerability databases
- Assessing risks across all relevant business processes
- Calculating risk scores and prioritizing high-risk areas
- Developing a Risk Treatment Plan (RTP)
- Selecting appropriate risk treatment options: avoid, transfer, mitigate, accept
- Assigning ownership for each risk treatment action
- Linking controls to specific risks and business impacts
- Validating risk assessments with management review
- Documenting risk assessment assumptions and limitations
- Creating a Statement of Applicability (SoA) from first principles
- Using SoA to justify inclusion or exclusion of Annex A controls
Module 4: ISO 27001 Annex A Control Objectives and Implementation - Overview of Annex A and its 93 controls across 4 themes
- Interpreting control objectives for real-world application
- Control 5.1: Policy for information security
- Control 5.2: Segregation of duties
- Control 5.3: Contact with authorities
- Control 5.4: Contact with special interest groups
- Control 5.5: Threat intelligence
- Control 5.6: Inventory of information and other associated assets
- Control 5.7: Acceptable use of information and other associated assets
- Control 5.8: Return of assets
- Control 5.9: Classification of information
- Control 5.10: Labelling of information
- Control 5.11: Disclosure of information
- Control 5.12: Information transfer
- Control 5.13: Access control
- Control 5.14: Identity management
- Control 5.15: Authentication information
- Control 5.16: Access rights
- Control 5.17: Access control to network
- Control 5.18: Access control to operating systems
- Control 5.19: Access control to applications and services
- Control 5.20: Access control to cloud services
- Control 5.21: Access control to source code
- Control 5.22: Secure authentication
- Control 5.23: Secure logon procedures
- Control 5.24: Management of privileged access rights
- Control 5.25: Management of secret authentication information of users
- Control 5.26: Session timeout
- Control 5.27: Use of privileged utility programs
- Control 5.28: Access control to system administration and operation
- Control 5.29: Identity proofing
- Control 5.30: User training and awareness
- Control 5.31: Disciplinary process
- Control 5.32: Termination responsibilities
- Control 5.33: Return of assets
- Control 5.34: Removal of access rights
- Control 5.35: Data leakage prevention
- Control 5.36: Monitoring of data transfer
- Control 5.37: Protection of information in networks
- Control 5.38: Security of network services
- Control 5.39: Segregation in networks
- Control 5.40: Web filtering
- Control 5.41: Secure coding policy
- Control 5.42: Secure system engineering principles
- Control 5.43: Secure development environment
- Control 5.44: Application security requirements
- Control 5.45: Secure authentication and authorisation
- Control 5.46: Secure data input and handling
- Control 5.47: Secure data output and interfaces
- Control 5.48: Secure system architecture
- Control 5.49: Secure configuration in development
- Control 5.50: Secure system deployment
- Control 5.51: System security testing
- Control 5.52: Secure system maintenance
- Control 5.53: Installation of software by users
- Control 5.54: Network security monitoring
- Control 5.55: Secure disposal or re-use of equipment
- Control 5.56: Central time synchronisation
- Control 5.57: Cryptographic controls policy
- Control 5.58: Key management
- Control 5.59: Protection of information with cryptography
- Control 5.60: Physical entry controls
- Control 5.61: Security of offices, rooms and facilities
- Control 5.62: Physical security monitoring
- Control 5.63: Security of equipment
- Control 5.64: Securing of devices supporting the supply chain
- Control 5.65: Equipment maintenance
- Control 5.66: Removal of assets
- Control 5.67: Uptime of systems and networks
- Control 5.68: Secure disposal of equipment
- Control 5.69: Control of operational software
- Control 5.70: Change management
- Control 5.71: Capacity management
- Control 5.72: Monitoring and review of controls
- Control 5.73: Protection of logs
- Control 5.74: Administrator and operator logs
- Control 5.75: Logs of user activities, exceptions, and security events
- Control 5.76: Time settings
- Control 5.77: Secure log retention
- Control 5.78: Audit logging
- Control 5.79: Vulnerability management
- Control 5.80: Information security event management
- Control 5.81: Escalation and response
- Control 5.82: Learning from information security incidents
- Control 5.83: Collection of evidence
- Control 5.84: Business continuity planning
- Control 5.85: Redundancies of information processing facilities
- Control 5.86: Outsourcing agreements on information security
- Control 5.87: Monitoring and review of supplier services
- Control 5.88: Managing changes to supplier services
- Control 5.89: Information security in project management
- Control 5.90: Intellectual property rights
- Control 5.91: Protection of records
- Control 5.92: Digital rights management
- Control 5.93: Privacy and protection of PII
Module 5: Documentation and Record Management - Required documents and records under ISO 27001 clause 7
- Creating a Documented Information Framework
- Version control and document approval workflows
- Storing and retrieving security documents securely
- Retention schedules for compliance records
- Designing user-friendly policy templates
- Ensuring document readability and accessibility
- Training staff on document compliance
- Conducting document reviews and updates
- Audit-readiness of documentation
Module 6: Internal Audit, Monitoring, and Continuous Improvement - Planning and scheduling internal ISMS audits
- Selecting qualified internal auditors
- Developing audit checklists aligned with Annex A
- Conducting audit interviews and evidence gathering
- Writing non-conformance reports
- Tracking corrective and preventive actions
- Measuring control effectiveness through KPIs
- Running management review meetings
- Presentation of ISMS performance to executives
- Updating risk assessments and SoA annually
- Implementing continual improvement cycles
- Using feedback loops to refine the ISMS
Module 7: Preparing for External Certification Audit - Choosing an accredited certification body
- Understanding the two-stage certification audit process
- Preparing for Stage 1: Documentation review
- Preparing for Stage 2: On-site audit
- Responding to auditor findings
- Correcting minor and major non-conformities
- Scheduling surveillance audits
- Maintaining certification over time
- Leveraging certification for business growth
- Marketing your ISO 27001 status to clients and partners
Module 8: Integration with Other Standards and Business Functions - Aligning ISO 27001 with GDPR and data protection laws
- Integrating with ISO 22301 (Business Continuity)
- Linking to ISO 27017 (Cloud Security) and ISO 27018 (Privacy in the Cloud)
- Mapping controls to NIST CSF and CIS Controls
- Embedding ISMS into procurement and vendor management
- Connecting information security with HR onboarding and offboarding
- Using the ISMS to support secure SDLC practices
- Supporting third-party risk assessments
- Scaling the ISMS across multi-site or global operations
- Managing subsidiaries and acquisitions under one ISMS
Module 9: Implementation Projects and Real-World Application - Project 1: Scope definition for a mid-sized SaaS company
- Project 2: Conducting a full risk assessment in a healthcare environment
- Project 3: Building a Statement of Applicability for a financial institution
- Project 4: Creating a Risk Treatment Plan with actionable controls
- Project 5: Drafting policies and procedures for remote work security
- Project 6: Running an internal audit simulation
- Project 7: Preparing for a mock certification audit
- Project 8: Developing executive dashboards for ISMS performance
- Project 9: Aligning security objectives with strategic business goals
- Project 10: Building a board-ready compliance presentation
Module 10: Certification, Career Advancement, and Next Steps - How to claim your Certificate of Completion from The Art of Service
- Adding certification to your LinkedIn profile and CV
- Using the credential in job applications and salary negotiations
- Preparing for career progression in GRC, risk, and security leadership
- Networking with other certified professionals
- Accessing advanced resources and communities
- Staying updated with evolving security standards
- Renewal and ongoing professional development
- Next steps after ISO 27001: exploring ISO 27005, 27701, and more
- Becoming an internal ISMS champion and mentor
- Required documents and records under ISO 27001 clause 7
- Creating a Documented Information Framework
- Version control and document approval workflows
- Storing and retrieving security documents securely
- Retention schedules for compliance records
- Designing user-friendly policy templates
- Ensuring document readability and accessibility
- Training staff on document compliance
- Conducting document reviews and updates
- Audit-readiness of documentation
Module 6: Internal Audit, Monitoring, and Continuous Improvement - Planning and scheduling internal ISMS audits
- Selecting qualified internal auditors
- Developing audit checklists aligned with Annex A
- Conducting audit interviews and evidence gathering
- Writing non-conformance reports
- Tracking corrective and preventive actions
- Measuring control effectiveness through KPIs
- Running management review meetings
- Presentation of ISMS performance to executives
- Updating risk assessments and SoA annually
- Implementing continual improvement cycles
- Using feedback loops to refine the ISMS
Module 7: Preparing for External Certification Audit - Choosing an accredited certification body
- Understanding the two-stage certification audit process
- Preparing for Stage 1: Documentation review
- Preparing for Stage 2: On-site audit
- Responding to auditor findings
- Correcting minor and major non-conformities
- Scheduling surveillance audits
- Maintaining certification over time
- Leveraging certification for business growth
- Marketing your ISO 27001 status to clients and partners
Module 8: Integration with Other Standards and Business Functions - Aligning ISO 27001 with GDPR and data protection laws
- Integrating with ISO 22301 (Business Continuity)
- Linking to ISO 27017 (Cloud Security) and ISO 27018 (Privacy in the Cloud)
- Mapping controls to NIST CSF and CIS Controls
- Embedding ISMS into procurement and vendor management
- Connecting information security with HR onboarding and offboarding
- Using the ISMS to support secure SDLC practices
- Supporting third-party risk assessments
- Scaling the ISMS across multi-site or global operations
- Managing subsidiaries and acquisitions under one ISMS
Module 9: Implementation Projects and Real-World Application - Project 1: Scope definition for a mid-sized SaaS company
- Project 2: Conducting a full risk assessment in a healthcare environment
- Project 3: Building a Statement of Applicability for a financial institution
- Project 4: Creating a Risk Treatment Plan with actionable controls
- Project 5: Drafting policies and procedures for remote work security
- Project 6: Running an internal audit simulation
- Project 7: Preparing for a mock certification audit
- Project 8: Developing executive dashboards for ISMS performance
- Project 9: Aligning security objectives with strategic business goals
- Project 10: Building a board-ready compliance presentation
Module 10: Certification, Career Advancement, and Next Steps - How to claim your Certificate of Completion from The Art of Service
- Adding certification to your LinkedIn profile and CV
- Using the credential in job applications and salary negotiations
- Preparing for career progression in GRC, risk, and security leadership
- Networking with other certified professionals
- Accessing advanced resources and communities
- Staying updated with evolving security standards
- Renewal and ongoing professional development
- Next steps after ISO 27001: exploring ISO 27005, 27701, and more
- Becoming an internal ISMS champion and mentor
- Choosing an accredited certification body
- Understanding the two-stage certification audit process
- Preparing for Stage 1: Documentation review
- Preparing for Stage 2: On-site audit
- Responding to auditor findings
- Correcting minor and major non-conformities
- Scheduling surveillance audits
- Maintaining certification over time
- Leveraging certification for business growth
- Marketing your ISO 27001 status to clients and partners
Module 8: Integration with Other Standards and Business Functions - Aligning ISO 27001 with GDPR and data protection laws
- Integrating with ISO 22301 (Business Continuity)
- Linking to ISO 27017 (Cloud Security) and ISO 27018 (Privacy in the Cloud)
- Mapping controls to NIST CSF and CIS Controls
- Embedding ISMS into procurement and vendor management
- Connecting information security with HR onboarding and offboarding
- Using the ISMS to support secure SDLC practices
- Supporting third-party risk assessments
- Scaling the ISMS across multi-site or global operations
- Managing subsidiaries and acquisitions under one ISMS
Module 9: Implementation Projects and Real-World Application - Project 1: Scope definition for a mid-sized SaaS company
- Project 2: Conducting a full risk assessment in a healthcare environment
- Project 3: Building a Statement of Applicability for a financial institution
- Project 4: Creating a Risk Treatment Plan with actionable controls
- Project 5: Drafting policies and procedures for remote work security
- Project 6: Running an internal audit simulation
- Project 7: Preparing for a mock certification audit
- Project 8: Developing executive dashboards for ISMS performance
- Project 9: Aligning security objectives with strategic business goals
- Project 10: Building a board-ready compliance presentation
Module 10: Certification, Career Advancement, and Next Steps - How to claim your Certificate of Completion from The Art of Service
- Adding certification to your LinkedIn profile and CV
- Using the credential in job applications and salary negotiations
- Preparing for career progression in GRC, risk, and security leadership
- Networking with other certified professionals
- Accessing advanced resources and communities
- Staying updated with evolving security standards
- Renewal and ongoing professional development
- Next steps after ISO 27001: exploring ISO 27005, 27701, and more
- Becoming an internal ISMS champion and mentor
- Project 1: Scope definition for a mid-sized SaaS company
- Project 2: Conducting a full risk assessment in a healthcare environment
- Project 3: Building a Statement of Applicability for a financial institution
- Project 4: Creating a Risk Treatment Plan with actionable controls
- Project 5: Drafting policies and procedures for remote work security
- Project 6: Running an internal audit simulation
- Project 7: Preparing for a mock certification audit
- Project 8: Developing executive dashboards for ISMS performance
- Project 9: Aligning security objectives with strategic business goals
- Project 10: Building a board-ready compliance presentation
