A tailored course, built for your situation
Mastering ISO 27001 for Mobile Core Network Design and Planning Managers
A structured path to owning information security in high-velocity telecom infrastructure projects.
$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.
Who this is for
Senior technical leader in telecom infrastructure with responsibility for network design, compliance oversight, and cross-vendor coordination.
Who this is not for
Entry-level compliance staff, auditors without technical implementation experience, or practitioners outside telecom network operations.
What you walk away with
- Lead ISO 27001 control mapping specific to mobile core network architecture
- Own the security narrative in vendor negotiations and integration planning
- Deliver audit-ready documentation in half the review cycles
- Position for premium engagements tied to security-by-design in 5G and edge deployments
- Build a repeatable implementation playbook that survives team and vendor changes
The 12 modules (with all 144 chapters)
Module 1. ISO 27001 in Telecom Infrastructure
Understanding how ISO 27001 applies to mobile core networks, control boundaries, and distributed vendor environments.
12 chapters in this module
- Scope definition for core network assets
- Regulatory overlap with UK GDPR and NIS2
- Control relevance in virtualised infrastructure
- Vendor responsibilities under ISO 27001
- Mapping ISMS to network upgrade cycles
- Security ownership across integration phases
- Distinguishing design vs operational controls
- Integration with change management workflows
- Risk treatment for legacy network components
- Patch management within compliance scope
- Encryption standards in transit and at rest
- Audit trail requirements for network events
Module 2. Building the Information Security Policy
Creating an enforceable, telecom-specific ISMS foundation aligned with organisational and regulatory demands.
12 chapters in this module
- Executive intent for network security
- Defining roles and responsibilities
- Tailoring acceptable use policies
- Vendor access control policies
- Incident escalation thresholds
- Data classification for core systems
- Asset inventory standards
- Mobile device integration policies
- Remote access security standards
- Policy governance review cycles
- Version control for security documents
- Policy communication across teams
Module 3. Asset and Risk Assessment
Systematic identification and classification of network assets and associated risks under ISO 27001 requirements.
12 chapters in this module
- Asset tagging in hybrid core environments
- Criticality scoring for network components
- Threat modelling for 5G infrastructure
- Vendor-induced risk scenarios
- Third-party access risk tiers
- Data flow mapping across networks
- Single points of failure analysis
- Resilience controls for core systems
- Physical security of network sites
- Configuration drift monitoring
- Network segmentation review
- Risk treatment plan templates
Module 4. Control Selection and Mapping
Selecting and justifying controls relevant to telecom network design and operational continuity.
12 chapters in this module
- A.5 to A.18 applicability filtering
- Control mapping for network encryption
- Authentication controls for core nodes
- Firewall policy documentation
- Change control integration
- Backup and recovery validation
- Access review cycles
- Vendor audit trail requirements
- Event log retention policies
- Physical access logging
- Segregation of duties in provisioning
- Control testing frequency matrix
Module 5. Implementation Planning
Translating control requirements into actionable implementation steps across vendor-managed environments.
12 chapters in this module
- Scheduling controls around upgrades
- Vendor SLA alignment
- Change window coordination
- Rollback planning for failed controls
- Staged rollout strategy
- Documentation templates for sign-off
- Cross-team integration points
- Resource allocation for audits
- Training for network engineers
- Compliance tracking dashboards
- KPIs for control effectiveness
- Progress reporting cadence
Module 6. Internal Audit and Assurance
Conducting effective ISO 27001 audits in complex, multi-vendor telecom environments.
12 chapters in this module
- Audit schedule for core networks
- Sampling methodology for control checks
- Evidence collection templates
- Vendor audit coordination
- Non-conformance tracking
- Root cause analysis
- Remediation timelines
- Management review inputs
- Audit communication protocols
- Follow-up validation steps
- Audit report templates
- Continuous monitoring integration
Module 7. Management Review and Reporting
Structuring executive-level reporting that drives decisions and demonstrates compliance maturity.
12 chapters in this module
- Monthly security KPIs
- Risk register updates
- Incident trend reporting
- Control effectiveness metrics
- Audit findings summary
- Budget impact of non-compliance
- Executive briefing templates
- Trend analysis over cycles
- Compliance health dashboard
- Vendor performance scoring
- Remediation progress tracking
- Strategic initiative alignment
Module 8. Continuous Improvement
Embedding feedback loops and updates into ongoing network operations and compliance.
12 chapters in this module
- Lessons from audit cycles
- Incident-driven control updates
- Regulatory change tracking
- Control review frequency
- Stakeholder feedback integration
- Benchmarking against peers
- Automation opportunities
- Training refresh cycles
- Knowledge transfer plans
- Succession planning for roles
- Process optimisation techniques
- Metrics for improvement
Module 9. Vendor and Third-Party Oversight
Managing ISO 27001 compliance across external partners and service providers.
12 chapters in this module
- Vendor pre-qualification security checks
- Contractual security clauses
- Right-to-audit terms
- Subcontractor oversight
- Vendor risk classification
- Onboarding security reviews
- Ongoing monitoring techniques
- Incident response coordination
- Penetration test requirements
- Security certification validation
- Exit process controls
- Multi-vendor environment mapping
Module 10. Incident Management and Response
Building an ISO 27001-aligned incident response capability for telecom networks.
12 chapters in this module
- Incident classification tiers
- Escalation paths for security events
- Detection mechanisms in core networks
- Containment procedures
- Forensic data preservation
- Notification timelines
- Regulatory reporting obligations
- Post-incident review process
- Communication protocols
- Tabletop exercise design
- Response team training
- Improvement from past incidents
Module 11. Certification Readiness
Preparing for external ISO 27001 certification audits in telecom-specific environments.
12 chapters in this module
- Choosing a certification body
- Stage 1 audit preparation
- Evidence pack assembly
- Interview preparation
- Gap remediation planning
- Final internal review
- Audit day coordination
- Non-conformance response
- Certification maintenance
- Surveillance audit prep
- Scope change process
- Re-certification roadmap
Module 12. Scaling the ISMS
Extending ISO 27001 practices across multiple networks, regions, and technologies.
12 chapters in this module
- Consistent control application
- Regional legal variation handling
- Standardisation across vendors
- Centralised monitoring
- Local adaptation frameworks
- Knowledge sharing mechanisms
- Cross-region audit coordination
- Technology refresh planning
- Cloud integration policies
- Edge network coverage
- Mergers and acquisitions integration
- Decommissioning controls
How this maps to your situation
- Preparing for ISO 27001 audit in mobile core network
- Leading vendor security compliance in telecom integration
- Driving security-by-design in 5G rollout
- Establishing repeatable compliance for network upgrades
Before vs. after
Before
Relying on ad-hoc compliance efforts, fragmented vendor coordination, and reactive security controls during network upgrades.
After
Leading structured, repeatable ISO 27001 integration across mobile core networks, with authority over scope, faster audit cycles, and influence on high-impact security engagements.
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 hours per module, designed to fit around technical delivery cycles.
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How this compares to the alternatives
Unlike generic ISO 27001 training, this course is tailored to the unique demands of telecom network design, focusing on vendor coordination, upgrade cycles, and high-velocity compliance in mobile core environments.
Frequently asked
Is this course relevant to non-IT roles?
It is designed specifically for technical leaders in telecom infrastructure, particularly those with oversight of network design and vendor integration.
How is the course structured?
12 modules, each containing 12 chapters (144 chapters total).
Can I apply this to 5G network projects?
Yes, each module includes examples and templates adapted to 5G and edge deployment contexts.
$199 one-time. Approximately 3 hours per module, designed to fit around technical delivery cycles..
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