A tailored course, built for your situation
Mastering ISO 27001 for HR Compliance Practitioners
Build certified-grade information security rigor into talent operations, without slowing hiring velocity
$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.
HR-owned data flows now sit squarely in audit scope, but most practitioners lack the structured frameworks to get credit for safeguarding them
The situation this course is for
Talent systems generate sensitive data that falls under ISO 27001 and SOC 2 scrutiny, yet HR teams operate without formal control documentation. This creates audit risk and invisibility, even when coordinators like Sneha are quietly mitigating exposure daily.
Who this is for
HR Compliance Practitioner , a technically-minded HR operations or recruiting coordinator in a regulated tech firm who owns data-rich hiring workflows and wants recognition for risk mitigation work that stays below the executive line
Who this is not for
Directors building board-level compliance reports, consultants selling ISO 27001 implementations, or security generalists with no HR workflow ownership
What you walk away with
- Map HR-owned data flows to ISO 27001 control objectives with precision
- Produce audit-ready documentation for talent acquisition systems
- Align HR process changes with InfoSec review cycles proactively
- Document vendor risk assessments for recruitment platforms using ISO 27001 structure
- Earn recognition from security leadership for contributions to compliance posture
The 12 modules (with all 144 chapters)
Module 1. Introduction to ISO 27001 in HR Context
Understand how information security standards apply specifically to talent data, including personally identifiable information and candidate screening records.
12 chapters in this module
- Defining HR data assets
- Scope boundaries for audits
- Control ownership roles
- HR linkage to InfoSec
- Regulatory overlap awareness
- Privacy by design
- Document retention rules
- Third-party hiring tools
- Risk register basics
- Audit trail requirements
- Encryption of candidate data
- Access control logic
Module 2. HR Data Flow Mapping
Chart how candidate information moves across ATS, background check systems, and HRIS, identifying exposure points.
12 chapters in this module
- Process flow diagramming
- Data entry touchpoints
- Exit points to vendors
- Storage locations
- Encryption in transit
- User access levels
- Candidate self-service risks
- Resume parsing tools
- Interview feedback systems
- Onboarding data handoff
- Data deletion triggers
- Breach notification planning
Module 3. Access Control Design for Recruiting Systems
Define role-based access for recruiters, hiring managers, and contractors using ISO 27001 control A.9.
12 chapters in this module
- User provisioning workflow
- Role definitions
- Access revocation timing
- Temporary access grants
- Privileged account oversight
- Delegation tracking
- Manager override policy
- Audit log review frequency
- Password policy alignment
- MFA enforcement points
- Session timeout rules
- Access review cadence
Module 4. Vendor Risk Assessment for Recruitment Platforms
Evaluate third-party tools like Greenhouse or Lever against ISO 27001 Annex A controls.
12 chapters in this module
- Vendor onboarding checklist
- Security questionnaire design
- SOC 2 report review
- Subprocessor transparency
- Data processing agreements
- Penetration test evidence
- Incident response SLAs
- Right to audit clauses
- Contract termination data return
- Shared responsibility model
- Cloud hosting configuration
- Vulnerability disclosure process
Module 5. Documenting HR Security Policies
Write and maintain policies that meet ISO 27001 requirements for document control and versioning.
12 chapters in this module
- Policy version control
- Approval workflow design
- Distribution tracking
- Employee attestation
- Update triggers
- Change management logging
- Archive procedures
- External reference linking
- Policy exception process
- Alignment with company values
- Legal counsel review
- Training integration
Module 6. Talent Data Retention and Disposal
Design compliant retention schedules for candidate records in line with ISO 27001 A.10.1.
12 chapters in this module
- Retention period definition
- Geo-specific rules
- Legal hold procedures
- Automated deletion setup
- Manual override controls
- Disposal certification
- Storage medium sanitization
- Third-party purge verification
- Audit logging
- Retention exception process
- Manager approval workflow
- Compliance monitoring
Module 7. Incident Response Planning for HR Teams
Define HR’s role in security incident escalation, including data breach notification timelines.
12 chapters in this module
- Breach identification
- Internal reporting chain
- Legal counsel engagement
- Regulatory notification triggers
- Candidate notification process
- Public relations coordination
- Forensic data preservation
- HR system access freeze
- Vendor coordination
- Post-mortem participation
- Process update obligation
- Training refresh cycle
Module 8. Internal Audit Preparation
Prepare for ISO 27001 internal audits with HR-specific checklists and evidence collection.
12 chapters in this module
- Audit scope definition
- Control testing methods
- Evidence collection
- Interview preparation
- Finding remediation
- Timeline tracking
- Management review input
- Gap analysis process
- Corrective action logging
- Follow-up verification
- Audit report review
- Continuous improvement input
Module 9. Management Review Reporting
Present HR’s compliance posture to leadership using ISO 27001 management review requirements.
12 chapters in this module
- Metrics selection
- Trend analysis
- Risk update summary
- Resource requests
- Policy change proposals
- Audit finding summary
- Compliance status dashboard
- Remediation progress
- Stakeholder feedback
- Action item tracking
- Meeting minutes
- Follow-up reporting
Module 10. Continuous Improvement Cycle
Implement ISO 27001’s PDCA model to refine HR security practices over time.
12 chapters in this module
- Plan phase inputs
- Do phase execution
- Check phase analysis
- Act phase adjustments
- KPI refinement
- Feedback collection
- Process change tracking
- Risk reassessment
- Control optimization
- Benchmarking
- Lessons learned
- Update planning
Module 11. HR-InfoSec Collaboration Framework
Build structured coordination with security teams to align on risk posture.
12 chapters in this module
- Stakeholder identification
- Communication cadence
- Escalation paths
- Joint policy development
- Cross-functional training
- Risk rating alignment
- Incident response drills
- Shared documentation
- Tool integration
- Feedback loops
- Trust building
- Mutual accountability
Module 12. Capstone Implementation Plan
Synthesize learning into a personalized roadmap for ISO 27001 alignment in HR operations.
12 chapters in this module
- Current state assessment
- Gap identification
- Priority ordering
- Resource mapping
- Timeline design
- Stakeholder buy-in
- Pilot testing
- Full rollout
- Monitoring plan
- Success metrics
- Sustaining compliance
- Executive update draft
How this maps to your situation
- HR data in audit scope
- Recruiting platform vendor oversight
- Access control documentation
- HR visibility in compliance program
Before vs. after
Before
HR compliance work happens quietly, with little recognition, and minimal structure to meet audit demands.
After
HR leads confidently present documented controls, earn visibility from security leadership, and shape policies that protect candidate data.
What's included with your purchase
- 12 modules with 12 chapters each (144 chapters total)
- 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 2.5 hours per module , designed for working professionals to complete one module per week.
If nothing changes
Undocumented HR data practices increase audit failure risk and leave coordinators exposed during compliance reviews , while remaining invisible to leadership who value risk mitigation.
How this compares to the alternatives
Generic compliance courses lack HR-specific context. Internal training rarely covers ISO 27001 control mapping. This course fills the gap with role-specific, audit-aligned frameworks tailored to recruiting coordinators in tech.
Frequently asked
Is this course relevant for someone in HR without a security background?
Yes. It’s designed for HR practitioners who manage data-rich workflows and want to align with security standards without needing prior InfoSec certification.
How is the course structured?
12 modules, each containing 12 chapters (144 chapters total).
Will I receive a certificate upon completion?
Yes, a certificate of completion is issued through the learning platform after finishing all modules.
$199 one-time. Approximately 2.5 hours per module , designed for working professionals to complete one module per week..
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