A tailored course, built for your situation
Mastering ISO 27001 for Software Engineers in Regulated Industries
Build security-first software with confidence and clarity
$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.
Stop scrambling before audits, turn secure development into a repeatable advantage
The situation this course is for
Engineers spend weeks gathering evidence after the fact, chasing logs, access records, and change approvals that should have been built into the workflow. This creates rework, delays releases, and weakens trust in engineering’s control posture. The cycle repeats every audit, every client review, every compliance check.
Who this is for
Software Engineers in consulting or services firms delivering systems for clients in finance, healthcare, or government who need to demonstrate secure development practices but lack structured guidance on how to embed compliance into daily work.
Who this is not for
CISOs, auditors, or GRC specialists looking for policy templates or control dashboards. This course is for engineers who write, deploy, and maintain code , not those reviewing it from afar.
What you walk away with
- Produce ISO 27001-compliant code evidence without rework
- Anticipate auditor questions during development, not after
- Gain influence in security and architecture discussions
- Reduce pre-audit workload by over 70%
- Become the go-to engineer when clients ask about secure delivery
The 12 modules (with all 144 chapters)
Module 1. Understanding ISO 27001 in the Context of Software Development
Lay the foundation by connecting ISO 27001 clauses to real engineering workflows. Learn how security controls map to coding, version control, and deployment practices without needing a compliance background.
12 chapters in this module
- How ISO 27001 applies to software development teams
- Key differences between technical and managerial controls
- Mapping Annex A controls to developer responsibilities
- Why secure code is an information security requirement
- Common misconceptions engineers have about ISO 27001
- How compliance reduces rework during client onboarding
- Integrating control awareness into sprint planning
- Understanding auditor expectations for code repositories
- The role of access logs in demonstrating control
- Version control as evidence of change management
- Documenting development environment security
- Building compliance into CI/CD pipelines from the start
Module 2. Secure Development Lifecycle and Control Mapping
Adapt the secure development lifecycle to align with ISO 27001 requirements, ensuring each phase generates audit-ready outputs.
12 chapters in this module
- Integrating security gates into sprint cycles
- Defining secure coding standards with compliance in mind
- Mapping requirements to A.14.2.1 and A.14.2.5
- How threat modeling supports A.14.2.2
- Documenting design decisions for audit trails
- Ensuring third-party components meet A.14.1.2
- Managing open-source dependencies securely
- Version control branching strategies for compliance
- Change approval workflows that satisfy A.14.2.6
- Embedding security reviews into pull requests
- Tracking vulnerabilities through development
- Producing evidence for A.14.2.7 on secure coding
Module 3. Access Control and Identity Management in Practice
Implement identity and access management practices that meet ISO 27001 requirements while supporting agile development.
12 chapters in this module
- Applying A.9.1.1 to developer access provisioning
- Role-based access for development environments
- Multi-factor authentication for production access
- Just-in-time access for debugging and support
- Managing service accounts securely
- Logging access to source code repositories
- Reviewing access entitlements monthly
- Enforcing password policies without slowing developers
- Segregation of duties in CI/CD pipelines
- Handling contractor access securely
- Automating access revocation on role change
- Demonstrating compliance with A.9.2.3 during audits
Module 4. Change Management That Passes Audit Scrutiny
Structure change workflows so every deployment is traceable, authorized, and defensible to external reviewers.
12 chapters in this module
- Aligning change requests with A.14.2.6
- Creating lightweight change documentation
- Using Jira or Azure DevOps for audit trails
- Who needs to approve which types of changes
- Handling emergency deployments securely
- Logging changes to production environments
- Maintaining rollback plans as evidence
- Versioning configuration files for traceability
- Linking code commits to change tickets
- Demonstrating separation from development
- Avoiding unauthorized hotfixes
- Producing change summaries for auditors
Module 5. Evidence Generation Without Extra Effort
Design systems that automatically generate audit-ready evidence as a byproduct of normal work.
12 chapters in this module
- What auditors actually look for in software teams
- Automating log collection from CI/CD tools
- Generating compliance reports from Git history
- Using infrastructure as code for consistency
- Capturing environment configuration securely
- Storing evidence in tamper-proof locations
- Timestamping artifacts for non-repudiation
- Creating executive summaries from technical data
- Reducing manual evidence collection by 80%
- Aligning evidence format with auditor expectations
- Versioning compliance documentation
- Building evidence pipelines into deployments
Module 6. Secure Coding Practices That Meet Compliance
Adopt coding standards that satisfy ISO 27001 while improving code quality and maintainability.
12 chapters in this module
- Applying A.14.2.7 to real-world code reviews
- Avoiding hardcoded credentials in source
- Validating input to prevent injection flaws
- Using parameterized queries consistently
- Handling errors without exposing data
- Protecting session tokens in web apps
- Encrypting sensitive data in transit and at rest
- Managing cryptographic keys securely
- Documenting secure coding decisions
- Training teams on compliance-aware development
- Integrating SAST tools into pipelines
- Reducing false positives in security scanning
Module 7. Vendor and Third-Party Risk in Development
Manage dependencies and integrations in a way that satisfies ISO 27001 vendor oversight requirements.
12 chapters in this module
- Assessing third-party components for compliance
- Documenting software bills of materials
- Evaluating open-source license risks
- Monitoring for known vulnerabilities
- Applying A.15.1.3 to API integrations
- Signing agreements that cover security obligations
- Auditing vendor access to development systems
- Managing cloud provider compliance evidence
- Ensuring subcontractor adherence to controls
- Tracking vendor certifications and audits
- Handling data sharing with external partners
- Creating vendor risk profiles for technical teams
Module 8. Incident Response Readiness for Developers
Prepare development teams to respond to security events in a way that supports compliance and continuity.
12 chapters in this module
- Understanding A.16.1.1 in the context of code
- Detecting anomalies in application behavior
- Logging events for forensic analysis
- Creating runbooks for common scenarios
- Coordinating with security teams during incidents
- Preserving evidence during investigations
- Documenting root cause analysis
- Implementing lessons learned into code
- Testing incident response plans
- Reporting incidents per A.16.1.5
- Maintaining availability under attack
- Communicating status during outages
Module 9. Configuration Management and Environment Hardening
Ensure development, test, and production environments are secure, consistent, and audit-compliant.
12 chapters in this module
- Applying A.12.1.4 to development servers
- Hardening OS and middleware configurations
- Using configuration baselines across environments
- Managing SSH keys securely
- Disabling unused services and ports
- Enforcing firewall rules for internal systems
- Protecting databases with least privilege
- Securing container images and registries
- Versioning infrastructure as code
- Auditing configuration changes automatically
- Aligning with CIS benchmarks
- Documenting secure configurations for auditors
Module 10. Secure Deployment and Release Practices
Implement deployment workflows that ensure integrity, traceability, and compliance.
12 chapters in this module
- Applying A.14.2.8 to release pipelines
- Signing code and artifacts cryptographically
- Verifying integrity before deployment
- Using immutable infrastructure patterns
- Maintaining separation between environments
- Automating deployment approvals
- Rolling back safely and quickly
- Monitoring deployments for anomalies
- Capturing deployment metadata
- Aligning with change management controls
- Ensuring rollback plans are tested
- Demonstrating deployment security to clients
Module 11. Continuous Monitoring and Improvement
Build feedback loops that keep security and compliance improving over time.
12 chapters in this module
- Tracking control effectiveness over time
- Using metrics to prioritize improvements
- Automating compliance checks in pipelines
- Alerting on policy deviations
- Conducting internal reviews of controls
- Updating practices based on audit findings
- Benchmarking against industry peers
- Reducing false positives in monitoring
- Improving mean time to detect and respond
- Aligning with A.17.1.2 on continuity testing
- Measuring developer productivity under controls
- Optimizing processes without sacrificing security
Module 12. From Developer to Trusted Advisor
Position yourself as a leader who bridges technical execution and organizational trust.
12 chapters in this module
- Communicating compliance in business terms
- Answering client questions with confidence
- Mentoring peers on secure practices
- Contributing to architecture decisions
- Proposing improvements to security policies
- Presenting evidence to non-technical stakeholders
- Building credibility with auditors
- Influencing tooling and platform choices
- Leading secure development initiatives
- Shaping client onboarding workflows
- Becoming the go-to person for compliance
- Growing into technical leadership roles
How this maps to your situation
- Pre-audit preparation
- Client security reviews
- Developer onboarding
- Compliance evidence generation
Before vs. after
Before
Spending weeks compiling audit evidence after development, reacting to client security questions, and guessing what auditors want.
After
Building compliant systems by default, answering security reviews confidently, and reducing pre-audit work by over 70%.
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: 90 minutes per week for 12 weeks, or accelerate at your own pace.
If nothing changes
Without structured guidance, engineers continue to treat compliance as a last-minute chore, leading to rework, delayed releases, and missed opportunities to influence security decisions. Teams remain reactive, auditors stay skeptical, and developers are excluded from strategic conversations.
How this compares to the alternatives
Unlike generic ISO 27001 courses aimed at compliance officers, this program is built specifically for engineers. It skips theory and focuses on actionable steps to produce audit-ready outputs without slowing development. No other course connects controls directly to coding, CI/CD, and deployment workflows.
Frequently asked
Do I need prior compliance experience?
No. This course is designed for engineers with no background in ISO 27001. It translates controls into developer-friendly language and practices.
How is the course structured?
12 modules, each containing 12 chapters (144 chapters total).
Will this help me pass an audit?
Yes. The course teaches you how to build systems that naturally generate the evidence auditors require, reducing last-minute scrambling.
$199 one-time. 90 minutes per week for 12 weeks, or accelerate at your own pace..
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