A tailored course, built for your situation
Deeper command of the ISO 27701 privacy implementation
Master the extension of ISO 27001 to personal data protection with precision
$199 one-time
24-hour access provisioning
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.
Failing to align privacy controls with ISO 27701 leads to rework, audit friction, and missed windows to shape design early
The situation this course is for
Many developers implement privacy as a policy overlay, not a system attribute. This leads to late-stage control gaps, inconsistent interpretations of PII handling requirements, and reactive audit preparation. Without deep familiarity with ISO 27701’s structure and mapping logic, practitioners fall back on generic templates that don’t survive technical scrutiny.
Who this is for
Senior application developer working in regulated or globally distributed environments, responsible for translating compliance requirements into secure, auditable system designs.
Who this is not for
This is not for junior developers focused only on coding tasks, nor for non-technical compliance staff managing checklists without system insight.
What you walk away with
- Map ISO 27701 controls directly to data flows and technical safeguards
- Produce audit-ready statements of applicability with confidence
- Anticipate assessor questions and build evidence generation into design
- Differentiate your contributions in cross-functional privacy initiatives
- Speed adoption of ISO 27701 in cloud-native or microservices contexts
The 12 modules (with all 144 chapters)
Module 1. Foundations of ISO 27701 and its relationship to ISO 27001
Establish the core principles of privacy extension within the ISMS, clarify scope boundaries, and identify key differences from general information security controls.
12 chapters in this module
- What ISO 27701 adds to ISO 27001
- Defining PII and personal data scope
- Controller vs processor roles
- Mapping jurisdictional overlap
- Privacy by design essentials
- Core terminology deep dive
- Relationship to GDPR and CCPA
- Assessor expectations overview
- Common misapplications to avoid
- Integration with DevSecOps
- Documentation hierarchy
- First steps in scoping
Module 2. Control set structure and extension logic
Break down the annexes of ISO 27701, understand how each control extends ISO 27001 clauses, and identify implementation drivers.
12 chapters in this module
- Annex A vs Annex B explained
- Control numbering logic
- Extension control patterns
- Mapping to Article 30 records
- Data minimisation implementation
- Consent lifecycle design
- Purpose limitation patterns
- Storage limitation automation
- Third-party data handling rules
- Breach notification integration
- Individual rights fulfillment
- Privacy notice alignment
Module 3. Scoping personal information systems
Define system boundaries for ISO 27701 applicability, identify processing activities, and document accountability.
12 chapters in this module
- Identifying personal data touchpoints
- System boundary mapping
- Processing inventory creation
- Data flow diagramming
- Jurisdictional applicability flags
- Exemptions and exclusions
- Role-based access mapping
- Processor contract triggers
- Cloud provider responsibilities
- Sub-processor disclosure
- Legacy system inclusion
- Scope validation checklist
Module 4. Statement of Applicability authoring
Build a justified, defensible SoA that aligns with both technical reality and assessor expectations.
12 chapters in this module
- Control selection logic
- Justification writing
- Implementation status coding
- Gap tracking methodology
- Evidence type matching
- Risk-based rationale patterns
- Tailoring rules
- Cross-reference automation
- Version control setup
- Assessor review simulation
- Internal audit alignment
- SoA review workflow
Module 5. Privacy impact assessment integration
Embed PIA or DPIA processes into development lifecycles using ISO 27701 as the control backbone.
12 chapters in this module
- Trigger events for assessment
- Stakeholder identification
- Threat modeling integration
- Data classification schema
- Likelihood impact scoring
- Mitigation mapping to controls
- Residual risk documentation
- Approval workflow design
- PIA register maintenance
- Linking to SOC 2 reports
- External assessor prep
- Versioning across releases
Module 6. Evidence generation for personal data controls
Design automated and manual evidence collection aligned with ISO 27701 requirements.
12 chapters in this module
- Control-to-evidence mapping
- Log retention configuration
- Access review cadence
- Encryption validation
- Data portability testing
- Right to erasure automation
- Audit trail coverage
- Consent verification
- Processor oversight logs
- Policy version tracking
- Training completion records
- Evidence retention schedule
Module 7. Implementing data subject rights workflows
Design scalable, auditable processes for fulfilling access, correction, deletion, and portability requests.
12 chapters in this module
- Request intake design
- Identity verification
- Response timeline tracking
- Data location discovery
- Cross-system coordination
- Deletion scope definition
- Portability format standards
- Automated fulfillment
- Manual request handling
- Escalation paths
- Audit logging
- Complaint handling
Module 8. Third-party and processor management
Apply ISO 27701 requirements to vendor oversight, due diligence, and contract alignment.
12 chapters in this module
- Processor identification
- Due diligence checklist
- Contractual clause mapping
- Audit rights negotiation
- Sub-processor disclosure
- Security requirement alignment
- Data processing agreements
- Oversight frequency
- Non-compliance response
- Onboarding integration
- Exit process design
- Continuous monitoring
Module 9. Privacy by design in agile delivery
Integrate ISO 27701 considerations into sprints, user stories, and acceptance criteria.
12 chapters in this module
- Privacy user story patterns
- Definition of done criteria
- Backlog refinement integration
- Architecture spike planning
- Threat modeling sessions
- Control implementation tracking
- Privacy acceptance testing
- Definition of ready
- Cross-team alignment
- Sprint review reporting
- Incident simulation
- Retrospective integration
Module 10. Cloud and distributed system adaptation
Apply ISO 27701 in AWS, Azure, GCP, and hybrid environments with shared responsibility clarity.
12 chapters in this module
- Shared responsibility model
- Region-specific processing
- Encryption key management
- Access logging configuration
- Data residency controls
- Serverless considerations
- Containerised environments
- API gateway protections
- Identity federation
- Monitoring integration
- Incident response alignment
- Multi-cloud strategy
Module 11. Internal audit and readiness assurance
Conduct internal assessments that simulate external auditors and drive continuous improvement.
12 chapters in this module
- Audit planning
- Sampling methodology
- Interview question design
- Evidence review checklist
- Finding severity scoring
- Remediation tracking
- Report drafting
- Management review prep
- Corrective action workflow
- Audit trail validation
- Tooling integration
- Readiness scoring
Module 12. Sustaining and evolving the privacy program
Maintain compliance over time through change management, training, and continuous control validation.
12 chapters in this module
- Change control integration
- Training program design
- Policy version management
- Control monitoring
- Metrics and KPIs
- Stakeholder reporting
- Regulatory change tracking
- Control updates
- Lessons learned process
- Program maturity model
- External liaison role
- Succession planning
How this maps to your situation
- When scoping a new system for ISO 27701 inclusion
- During privacy impact assessments for regulatory submissions
- Preparing for external audits or certifications
- Onboarding new vendors with personal data access
Before vs. after
Before
Privacy compliance treated as a checklist, requiring rework during audit cycles and limiting influence on system design.
After
Fluent in ISO 27701 control logic and implementation, able to shape secure, compliant systems from the start and lead assurance efforts confidently.
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 3-4 hours per module, designed for integration into real project timelines.
If nothing changes
Without deep command of ISO 27701, practitioners remain reactive, dependent on external specialists, and excluded from early design influence , limiting career growth and increasing organizational risk.
How this compares to the alternatives
Unlike generic compliance courses, this program is tailored to technical practitioners implementing ISO 27701 in live systems. It avoids abstract overviews and instead delivers actionable mappings, direct control implementations, and field-tested playbooks.
Frequently asked
Who is this course for?
Senior application developers, system architects, and technical compliance leads responsible for implementing privacy controls in regulated environments.
How is the course structured?
12 modules, each containing 12 chapters (144 chapters total).
Does the course cover GDPR or CCPA?
Yes, through the lens of ISO 27701 control mapping , showing how technical implementation satisfies multi-jurisdictional requirements.
$199 one-time. Approximately 3-4 hours per module, designed for integration into real project timelines..
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