A tailored course, built for your situation
Mastering ISO 27001; A Step-by-Step Guide to Secure Software Delivery
Build compliance into code, not as an afterthought
$199 one-time
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30-day money-back guarantee
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.
Stop reworking audit evidence every cycle
The situation this course is for
Engineers spend weeks scrambling to assemble compliant artefacts after development ends. This course flips the script: embed ISO 27001 requirements directly into the software delivery lifecycle so evidence is generated as a byproduct of shipping, not a last-minute chore.
Who this is for
Mid-level software engineers in regulated environments who are expected to produce compliant outputs but lack clear frameworks for doing so consistently
Who this is not for
Compliance officers, auditors, or consultants who don't write or ship code
What you walk away with
- Produce ISO 27001-aligned code artefacts without manual rework
- Become the internal reference for secure software practices
- Reduce time spent on audit prep by over 70%
- Anticipate compliance asks before they land in your inbox
- Ship software that passes internal review the first time
The 12 modules (with all 144 chapters)
Module 1. Understanding ISO 27001 in the Context of Software Engineering
Lay the foundation by mapping ISO 27001 clauses to real software delivery scenarios. Learn how security controls translate into coding standards, documentation requirements, and deployment checks.
12 chapters in this module
- How ISO 27001 applies to software development teams
- Key differences between general compliance and code-level adherence
- The role of the software engineer in information security management
- Common misconceptions about ISO 27001 in agile environments
- Linking development tasks to Annex A controls
- Why developers are the first line of defense
- How compliance enables faster delivery
- Integrating policy awareness into sprint planning
- Documenting design decisions for audit readiness
- Version control as evidence of control
- The developer’s role in access control logging
- Tracking changes that satisfy audit requirements
Module 2. Mapping ISO 27001 Controls to Development Workflow
Break down each relevant control and connect it to a phase in your development lifecycle. Turn abstract requirements into actionable steps within CI/CD pipelines, code reviews, and testing.
12 chapters in this module
- Identifying which controls impact software teams directly
- Translating A.8.1.1 into secure onboarding practices
- Implementing A.8.2.1 in daily development routines
- Building logging requirements into application code
- Enforcing encryption standards at the code level
- Secure disposal of test data in non-production environments
- Role-based access in version control systems
- Integrating change management into pull requests
- Automating evidence capture for A.12.4.1
- Linking code comments to control objectives
- Using linters to enforce compliance rules
- Documenting exceptions without compromising audit trail
Module 3. Designing Audit-Ready Artefacts from the Start
Learn how to structure documentation, logs, and configurations so they meet ISO 27001 evidence standards by default , no last-minute scrambling.
12 chapters in this module
- What auditors actually look for in software teams
- Creating living documentation instead of static reports
- Storing artefacts in accessible, versioned locations
- Writing commit messages that serve as audit trails
- Including rationale in configuration files
- Generating evidence without extra effort
- Structuring READMEs for compliance reviewers
- Tagging issues with relevant control references
- Maintaining logs that satisfy retention policies
- Designing dashboards for internal audit access
- Using metadata to prove control effectiveness
- Avoiding common documentation pitfalls
Module 4. Embedding Security into Agile Sprints
Adapt ISO 27001 practices to fit agile delivery. Ensure compliance doesn’t slow you down , it accelerates you by reducing rework.
12 chapters in this module
- Integrating security tasks into user stories
- Defining 'done' to include compliance checks
- Sprint planning with control coverage in mind
- Assigning compliance ownership within the team
- Conducting mini-audits at sprint end
- Tracking control implementation in backlog items
- Using story points for security work
- Balancing speed and rigor in fast-paced teams
- Automating compliance validation in pipelines
- Running threat modeling sessions iteratively
- Updating risk registers incrementally
- Communicating progress to non-technical stakeholders
Module 5. Automating Evidence Collection in CI/CD
Set up systems that automatically gather and organize evidence, so nothing is missed and everything is audit-ready.
12 chapters in this module
- Identifying which evidence can be automated
- Instrumenting pipelines to generate logs
- Using hooks to capture approvals and sign-offs
- Storing artefacts in immutable storage
- Tagging builds with compliance metadata
- Validating control adherence pre-deployment
- Generating compliance reports on demand
- Integrating with ticketing systems for traceability
- Alerting on missing evidence before audit
- Versioning policies alongside code
- Archiving artefacts according to retention rules
- Testing evidence pipelines like production code
Module 6. Handling Third-Party and Open Source Components
Ensure your use of external libraries and services aligns with ISO 27001’s supplier security requirements.
12 chapters in this module
- Evaluating third-party risk at integration time
- Maintaining an inventory of open source dependencies
- Checking licenses against compliance policy
- Scanning for vulnerabilities in CI pipeline
- Documenting approval for external code usage
- Managing updates and patching cycles
- Enforcing secure configuration of APIs
- Auditing access to external services
- Reviewing vendor SOC 2 reports efficiently
- Negotiating security clauses in contracts
- Tracking expiry dates of vendor agreements
- Building fallback plans for critical dependencies
Module 7. Incident Response Readiness for Developers
Prepare for security incidents by embedding response capabilities into your code and processes.
12 chapters in this module
- Understanding your role in incident response
- Designing systems for faster detection
- Including logging hooks for forensic analysis
- Implementing secure alerting mechanisms
- Documenting incident playbooks in code repos
- Simulating breaches in staging environments
- Reporting incidents through proper channels
- Preserving logs during an investigation
- Coordinating with security teams post-breach
- Conducting blameless post-mortems
- Updating code to prevent recurrence
- Communicating status during outages
Module 8. Change Management That Sticks
Implement robust change control processes that support agility while satisfying ISO 27001 requirements.
12 chapters in this module
- Defining what constitutes a change
- Using pull requests as change records
- Requiring peer review for all changes
- Automating approval workflows
- Linking changes to risk assessments
- Maintaining audit trails for configuration drift
- Rolling back changes safely and quickly
- Testing changes in isolated environments
- Documenting rollback procedures
- Tracking emergency changes transparently
- Reviewing change history quarterly
- Aligning change schedule with audit cycles
Module 9. Access Control and Identity Management in Practice
Implement least privilege, role-based access, and authentication standards in your applications and tooling.
12 chapters in this module
- Applying least privilege to service accounts
- Managing SSH keys securely across teams
- Using OAuth for internal tools
- Enforcing MFA for admin access
- Rotating credentials automatically
- Auditing access logs monthly
- Segregating duties in deployment pipelines
- Implementing time-bound access
- Reviewing access lists quarterly
- Detecting anomalous login attempts
- Handling access revocation upon role change
- Documenting access policies in code
Module 10. Secure Deployment and Environment Isolation
Ensure environments are properly segmented and deployments follow secure, repeatable patterns.
12 chapters in this module
- Designing network topology for compliance
- Isolating dev, test, and prod environments
- Using infrastructure as code for consistency
- Enforcing deployment windows
- Validating configuration drift
- Securing container registries
- Managing Kubernetes secrets safely
- Implementing blue-green deployments
- Monitoring for unauthorized changes
- Backing up configurations automatically
- Documenting environment ownership
- Running compliance checks pre-promotion
Module 11. Continuous Monitoring and Improvement
Move from periodic audits to continuous compliance by building feedback loops into your systems.
12 chapters in this module
- Setting up dashboards for control health
- Alerting on compliance deviations
- Running automated control tests weekly
- Generating compliance scorecards
- Benchmarking against internal standards
- Sharing progress with leadership
- Updating controls based on findings
- Incorporating lessons from audits
- Running internal mock audits
- Measuring improvement over time
- Recognizing team compliance wins
- Planning for annual certification review
Module 12. Becoming the Go-To Practitioner on ISO 27001
Position yourself as the trusted internal expert by consistently delivering compliant, high-quality work.
12 chapters in this module
- Sharing best practices across teams
- Mentoring others on compliance basics
- Presenting successes at internal forums
- Documenting reusable patterns
- Creating templates for common tasks
- Contributing to firm-wide standards
- Answering peer questions confidently
- Building credibility through consistency
- Volunteering for audit support roles
- Influencing tooling decisions
- Shaping future compliance expectations
- Establishing quiet authority through results
How this maps to your situation
- Audit readiness
- Secure software delivery
- Developer-led compliance
- Internal credibility
Before vs. after
Before
Spending late nights compiling evidence, reacting to audit requests, and explaining gaps in controls
After
Shipping compliant code by default, with artefacts already in place and peers turning to you for guidance
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: 90 minutes per week over six weeks, or one intensive weekend
If nothing changes
Without embedding compliance into delivery, you'll keep facing rework cycles, lose credibility during audits, and miss opportunities to lead beyond coding tasks.
How this compares to the alternatives
Unlike generic compliance trainings, this course is built for engineers , not auditors. It focuses on what you ship, not what you report.
Frequently asked
Do I need prior knowledge of ISO 27001?
No. The course starts with practical applications and builds up.
How is the course structured?
12 modules, each containing 12 chapters (144 chapters total).
Can I apply this in non-agile teams?
Yes. The principles work in any development environment.
$199 one-time. 90 minutes per week over six weeks, or one intensive weekend.
Within 24 hours your account in the learning environment is provisioned and the tailored implementation playbook is delivered alongside it.
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