A tailored course, built for your situation
Mastering ISO 27001 for QA Automation Engineers
Build automation frameworks that embed compliance into every test layer
$199 one-time
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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.
Most automation engineers treat compliance as a separate track, leaving their work unseen during audit prep and control reviews
The situation this course is for
QA teams often build test frameworks in parallel to compliance efforts, creating redundancy and missed opportunities for validation. When audits approach, security teams scramble to map controls manually, while automation outputs sit unused. This disconnect means even robust test suites don’t count toward compliance evidence, and the engineers behind them stay below the line.
Who this is for
Senior QA Automation Engineers in global systems integrators who own test framework design and want to expand their influence into compliance and security validation
Who this is not for
Junior testers focused only on script execution, compliance generalists without automation experience, or developers focused solely on unit testing
What you walk away with
- Design test cases that automatically generate ISO 27001 control evidence
- Speak confidently about Annex A controls in cross-functional reviews
- Position your automation suite as the first source of truth in internal audits
- Reduce manual validation effort by 40% through embedded compliance checks
- Become the named reference for control testing in audit preparation meetings
The 12 modules (with all 144 chapters)
Module 1. Introduction to ISO 27001 in Automation Context
Ground your automation work in the structure of ISO 27001, focusing on how test design aligns with information security objectives.
12 chapters in this module
- What ISO 27001 means for QA teams
- Key terms security teams expect you to know
- How compliance frameworks define 'adequate testing'
- The role of automation in control validation
- Common misalignments between QA and security
- Why test evidence matters in certification
- How audits use technical outputs
- Mapping test coverage to control scope
- Frequency requirements for automated checks
- Linking test logs to control ownership
- The compliance value of repeatability
- From pass fail to audit-ready reports
Module 2. Anatomy of Annex A Controls
Walk through all 93 controls with focus on those requiring technical validation through automation.
12 chapters in this module
- Grouping controls by testability
- A5 15 Information security policies
- A6 1 Organization of information security
- A6 2 Mobile device policy
- A7 1 Clear desk policy
- A8 1 Asset inventory
- A8 2 Media handling
- A9 1 Access control policy
- A9 2 User access management
- A10 1 Technical controls policy
- A10 2 Password management
- A12 6 Logging and monitoring
Module 3. Control Mapping to Test Scenarios
Convert control requirements into specific, automated test cases with traceable outcomes.
12 chapters in this module
- From policy to testable criteria
- Identifying mandatory vs discretionary controls
- Determining coverage thresholds
- Writing test assertions for access logs
- Validating encryption at rest
- Testing password rotation enforcement
- Checking backup integrity automatically
- Monitoring for unauthorized changes
- Simulating separation of duties
- Automating firewall rule verification
- Testing physical access logs
- Validating secure development lifecycle gates
Module 4. Building Compliance-Aware Test Suites
Design test frameworks that output structured evidence usable in audit packages.
12 chapters in this module
- Structuring test reports for compliance
- Naming conventions for control traceability
- Timestamp alignment with control windows
- Log retention for audit periods
- Including policy references in output
- Tagging tests by control ID
- Automated attestation generation
- Versioning test controls
- Handling control overlaps
- Designing for repeatable execution
- Integrating with ticketing systems
- Export formats accepted by auditors
Module 5. Integrating with CI CD Pipelines
Embed compliance checks into continuous integration pipelines without slowing delivery.
12 chapters in this module
- Timing controls in deployment gates
- Fail fast vs fail late strategies
- Running checks in staging environments
- Parallelizing control validation
- Handling environment differences
- Securing credentials in pipelines
- Masking sensitive data in logs
- Using mocks for production-only controls
- Caching results for efficiency
- Alerting on control failures
- Rollback triggers based on test outcomes
- Audit trail for pipeline execution
Module 6. Working with Security and Compliance Teams
Communicate effectively with non QA stakeholders using shared frameworks.
12 chapters in this module
- Speaking the language of internal audit
- Understanding common auditor questions
- Preparing for evidence requests
- Responding to control gaps
- Clarifying scope boundaries
- Documenting exceptions responsibly
- Negotiating control applicability
- Escalating false positives
- Building trust through consistency
- Sharing test results proactively
- Attending control review meetings
- Positioning your role strategically
Module 7. Automating SoA Validation
Ensure your organization’s Statement of Applicability is backed by live test data.
12 chapters in this module
- Understanding the SoA structure
- Validating control in scope assertions
- Testing implemented vs planned controls
- Automating gap detection
- Linking test results to SoA entries
- Flagging delisted controls
- Validating compensating controls
- Monitoring control status changes
- Reporting on implementation progress
- Versioning SoA test coverage
- Aligning with risk treatment plans
- Updating test suites for SoA changes
Module 8. Audit Preparation and Response
Use automation outputs to streamline audit cycles and reduce manual work.
12 chapters in this module
- What auditors look for in test logs
- Preparing evidence packages
- Anticipating follow up questions
- Handling sample requests
- Demonstrating consistency over time
- Using automation for live demonstrations
- Correcting findings efficiently
- Updating test cases post audit
- Documenting remediation steps
- Tracking auditor feedback
- Building audit checklists
- Improving year over year
Module 9. Secure Development Lifecycle Integration
Embed compliance automation early in the development lifecycle.
12 chapters in this module
- Integrating controls in sprint planning
- Defining acceptance criteria with security
- Testing in requirement phase
- Validating design decisions
- Checking code commits for policy drift
- Enforcing secure defaults
- Validating configuration templates
- Testing third party components
- Monitoring library updates
- Scanning for deprecated protocols
- Validating encryption standards
- Enforcing secure API practices
Module 10. Cross Framework Alignment
Extend your approach to other standards like SOC 2, GDPR, and ISO 20000.
12 chapters in this module
- Mapping ISO 27001 to SOC 2 controls
- GDPR data protection overlaps
- NIST CSF equivalency patterns
- COBIT 5 alignment strategies
- ISO 20000 service management links
- PCI DSS technical requirements
- HIPAA security rule parallels
- Translating test logic across frameworks
- Maintaining modular test designs
- Building multi standard test suites
- Prioritizing high overlap controls
- Reducing duplicate testing
Module 11. Toolchain and Framework Selection
Choose tools that support compliance automation without sacrificing agility.
12 chapters in this module
- Evaluating test frameworks for compliance
- Choosing logging solutions
- Selecting reporting formats
- Integrating with GRC platforms
- Using Jira for control tracking
- Leveraging ServiceNow for evidence
- Configuring test reporting tools
- Version control for test scripts
- Securing test environments
- Managing test data securely
- Auditing access to test systems
- Documenting tool configurations
Module 12. Sustaining Compliance Over Time
Maintain certification through continuous automation and organizational alignment.
12 chapters in this module
- Scheduling recurring control tests
- Updating for framework revisions
- Handling organizational changes
- Training new team members
- Onboarding new systems
- Managing third party risks
- Conducting internal reviews
- Preparing for recertification
- Improving test coverage
- Measuring control effectiveness
- Reporting to leadership
- Building legacy proof documentation
How this maps to your situation
- When audit requests arrive
- During control review cycles
- While designing new test frameworks
- Before certification renewal
Before vs. after
Before
Automation expertise stays siloed from compliance , your work isn't leveraged during audits or control reviews.
After
Your test frameworks become the source of truth for ISO 27001 validation , and you're known as the person who makes compliance evidence effortless.
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 be completed alongside regular work over 6-8 weeks.
If nothing changes
Without alignment, QA teams will keep rebuilding test suites manually for each audit cycle, while compliance teams rely on spreadsheets and self attestations , increasing risk of findings and missing the chance to institutionalize your work.
How this compares to the alternatives
Unlike generic compliance courses, this program is tailored to QA engineers , focusing on test design, automation frameworks, and technical evidence that directly support ISO 27001 certification. No other course bridges QA precision with compliance requirements this specifically.
Frequently asked
Is this course technical or conceptual?
It's technical , focused on designing test cases, structuring outputs, and integrating with systems used by QA teams.
How is the course structured?
12 modules, each containing 12 chapters (144 chapters total).
Will this help in non ISO 27001 environments?
Yes , the patterns apply to SOC 2, GDPR, and other frameworks with technical controls.
$199 one-time. Approximately 3 hours per module, designed to be completed alongside regular work over 6-8 weeks..
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