A tailored course, built for your situation
Advanced ISO 27001:the current cycle Implementation for CISM Leaders
Leverage your CISM and lead implementer credentials to drive mature, audit-ready ISMS programs
$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.
Information security leaders are expected to govern strategically while still delivering compliance-ready results, yet most training stops at theory or audit prep, not execution.
The situation this course is for
Professionals with CISM and lead implementer credentials often find themselves bridging board-level expectations and on-the-ground controls, but without a structured way to scale their approach. The gap between policy design and operational resilience creates inefficiencies, audit friction, and missed opportunities to lead.
Who this is for
Certified information security managers and lead implementers who lead or advise ISMS programs and want to systematize their delivery.
Who this is not for
Entry-level auditors, developers looking for technical controls, or executives seeking only high-level overviews.
What you walk away with
- Translate CISM governance principles into actionable ISMS workflows
- Accelerate ISO 27001:the current cycle implementation using repeatable design patterns
- Align internal audit readiness with continuous improvement cycles
- Lead cross-functional teams with confidence using structured playbooks
- Demonstrate measurable progress to stakeholders using audit-ready documentation
The 12 modules (with all 144 chapters)
Module 1. Strategic Alignment of CISM and ISO 27001
Bridge governance frameworks with implementation planning using CISM principles and ISO 27001:the current cycle clauses. Establish leadership alignment and scope definition.
12 chapters in this module
- CISM domains overview
- ISO 27001:the current cycle clause mapping
- Governance integration model
- Risk appetite alignment
- Leadership engagement planning
- Scope definition techniques
- Stakeholder identification
- Policy hierarchy design
- Control ownership models
- Accountability frameworks
- Performance metrics setup
- Audit trail preparation
Module 2. Context and Leadership Engagement
Define organizational context and secure executive sponsorship using structured engagement workflows aligned with ISO 27001:the current cycle leadership requirements.
12 chapters in this module
- External context analysis
- Internal context mapping
- Interested parties register
- Leadership communication plan
- Executive sponsorship model
- Information security policy drafting
- Top management involvement
- Resource allocation planning
- Role and responsibility clarity
- Commitment demonstration methods
- Leadership review cadence
- Policy approval workflows
Module 3. Risk Assessment Design
Design and deploy a risk assessment methodology that satisfies both CISM governance and ISO 27001:the current cycle compliance requirements.
12 chapters in this module
- Risk methodology selection
- Asset identification process
- Threat modeling approach
- Vulnerability assessment
- Likelihood determination
- Impact analysis framework
- Risk criteria definition
- Risk register creation
- Risk treatment options
- Risk acceptance protocols
- Third-party risk integration
- Risk reporting format
Module 4. Risk Treatment Planning
Develop a risk treatment plan that aligns with organizational risk appetite and control implementation capacity.
12 chapters in this module
- Treatment option evaluation
- Control selection criteria
- Statement of Applicability drafting
- Control ownership assignment
- Implementation roadmap
- Budget alignment
- Timeline development
- Resource planning
- Mitigation tracking
- Compensating controls
- Risk transfer options
- Risk acceptance documentation
Module 5. Statement of Applicability Mastery
Build a comprehensive, audit-ready SoA using best practices for justification, documentation, and maintenance.
12 chapters in this module
- Annex A control overview
- Control applicability logic
- Justification writing
- Implementation status tracking
- SoA version control
- Audit preparation tips
- Gap analysis integration
- Control mapping techniques
- SoA review cycle
- Stakeholder feedback loop
- Regulatory alignment
- SoA automation options
Module 6. Security Controls Implementation
Execute key controls from Annex A with practical implementation guidance and documentation templates.
12 chapters in this module
- Access control policies
- User provisioning workflows
- Privileged access management
- Password policy design
- Encryption standards
- Network security controls
- Endpoint protection
- Mobile device policies
- Change management
- Backup procedures
- Log management
- Monitoring configuration
Module 7. Human Resource Security
Integrate security into HR processes from onboarding to offboarding with policy and procedure templates.
12 chapters in this module
- Pre-employment screening
- Confidentiality agreements
- Role-based training
- Security awareness program
- Disciplinary process
- Onboarding integration
- Role change procedures
- Offboarding checklist
- Exit interview security
- Data revocation process
- Remote work policies
- HR audit preparation
Module 8. Physical and Environmental Security
Implement physical controls that meet ISO 27001 requirements and support operational resilience.
12 chapters in this module
- Secure area definition
- Access logging
- Visitor management
- Equipment protection
- Environmental controls
- Cabling security
- Storage media handling
- Physical intrusion detection
- Site security audit
- Disaster resilience
- Backup site planning
- Physical control documentation
Module 9. Operations Security Management
Establish secure operations with change control, capacity planning, and protection against malware.
12 chapters in this module
- Change control process
- Capacity monitoring
- Job scheduling security
- Malware protection
- Backup verification
- Logging standards
- Incident detection
- Operational procedures
- Privileged operations
- Database security
- Network configuration
- Service continuity
Module 10. Incident Management and Response
Build an incident response capability aligned with ISO 27001 and CISM best practices.
12 chapters in this module
- Incident definition
- Response team formation
- Reporting channels
- Classification framework
- Containment procedures
- Eradication steps
- Recovery planning
- Post-incident review
- Evidence preservation
- Legal coordination
- Communication plan
- Lessons learned integration
Module 11. Audit and Compliance Readiness
Prepare for internal and external audits with documentation, evidence collection, and corrective action workflows.
12 chapters in this module
- Audit schedule planning
- Internal audit checklist
- Evidence collection
- Nonconformity logging
- Corrective action process
- Management review prep
- Audit communication
- Finding classification
- Audit trail maintenance
- Compliance reporting
- Gap tracking
- Audit follow-up
Module 12. Continuous Improvement and Scaling
Establish metrics, review cycles, and improvement processes to mature the ISMS over time.
12 chapters in this module
- Performance indicators
- KPI selection
- Management review meetings
- Improvement backlog
- Corrective action tracking
- Policy review cycle
- Control effectiveness
- Benchmarking options
- Maturity assessment
- Scaling strategies
- Knowledge transfer
- Succession planning
How this maps to your situation
- Leading a new ISO 27001 implementation
- Supporting audit readiness for certification
- Improving an existing ISMS
- Advising multiple clients or departments
Before vs. after
Before
Juggling governance expectations and implementation demands without a structured methodology.
After
Leading ISO 27001 programs with confidence using a repeatable, audit-ready framework.
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 access.
Time investment: Approximately 3 hours per module, designed for flexible, self-paced learning.
If nothing changes
Without a structured approach, even experienced professionals risk inconsistent implementation, audit findings, and missed opportunities to position themselves as strategic leaders.
How this compares to the alternatives
Unlike generic ISO 27001 courses, this program integrates CISM governance depth with implementation precision, designed specifically for certified professionals who lead real-world programs.
Frequently asked
Is this course suitable for someone with my certifications?
Yes. It's designed specifically for CISM and ISO 27001:the current cycle Lead Implementer certified professionals who lead or advise ISMS implementations.
How is the course structured?
12 modules, each containing 12 chapters (144 chapters total).
What if I work with multiple clients or industries?
The course includes adaptable templates and frameworks that scale across sectors and organizational sizes.
$199 one-time. Approximately 3 hours per module, designed for flexible, self-paced learning..
Within 24 hours your account in the learning environment is provisioned and the tailored implementation playbook is delivered alongside it.
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