A tailored course, built for your situation
Mastering ISO 27701 for Senior Talent Acquisition Leaders
Become the go-to expert on privacy-compliant sourcing in high-security environments
$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.
Who this is for
Senior Recruiter or Talent Acquisition Leader in regulated or national security-adjacent sectors who influences sourcing strategy and team capability
Who this is not for
Entry-level recruiters, generalist HR professionals, or practitioners outside regulated industries
What you walk away with
- Apply ISO 27701 principles to candidate data handling in global hiring workflows
- Design privacy-first sourcing strategies for roles requiring security clearances
- Create audit-ready documentation for cross-border candidate data transfers
- Position yourself as the internal expert on data protection in talent acquisition
- Lead training and policy updates that align recruiting practices with enterprise privacy standards
The 12 modules (with all 144 chapters)
Module 1. Understanding ISO 27701 and Its Role in Talent Data
Establish the foundation of ISO 27701 as it applies to personally identifiable information in candidate pipelines, including scope, key clauses, and alignment with broader privacy obligations.
12 chapters in this module
- What ISO 27701 regulates in hiring
- Mapping candidate data to PII
- Privacy vs security in recruitment
- Cross-border transfer risks
- Legal basis for candidate data use
- Consent in active sourcing
- Data subject rights in screening
- Retention periods for applications
- Third-party recruiter obligations
- Integration with AWS and SAP
- Documentation for audit trails
- Internal policy alignment
Module 2. Candidate Data Flow Mapping
Learn how to trace PII from first touchpoint to hire or rejection, identifying privacy exposure points across ATS, email, and external platforms.
12 chapters in this module
- Mapping data across LinkedIn Recruiter
- Tracking candidate exports
- Identifying shadow data stores
- Vendor data sharing points
- Geolocation and residency flags
- Encryption in transit and at rest
- Access controls in SAP HR
- Candidate portal data paths
- Mobile device risks
- Integration with ServiceNow
- Audit logging setup
- Data minimisation tactics
Module 3. Privacy by Design in Sourcing Campaigns
Embed privacy controls into sourcing workflows from the start, ensuring compliance without sacrificing reach or speed.
12 chapters in this module
- Sourcing script compliance checks
- Boolean strings and PII risk
- Avoiding over-collection in outreach
- Secure file naming conventions
- Automated data masking rules
- Cloud-based screening tools
- Privacy in diversity sourcing
- Social media data ethics
- Candidate communication templates
- Opt-in workflows for referrals
- Data protection in talent pools
- Retention tagging systems
Module 4. Cross-Border Transfer Compliance
Navigate GDPR, CCPA, and DOD data transfer rules when sourcing globally, especially for roles requiring visa sponsorship or security clearance.
12 chapters in this module
- EU to US transfer mechanisms
- Standard Contractual Clauses use
- Candidate consent documentation
- HR data localization rules
- Visa transfer data handling
- ITAR and candidate data
- Cloud storage jurisdiction
- Multi-country role advertising
- Candidate residency verification
- Data transfer impact assessments
- Vendor compliance checks
- Audit evidence for transfers
Module 5. Vendor and Third-Party Management
Ensure third-party sourcing partners, assessment platforms, and onboarding tools meet ISO 27701 standards for data protection.
12 chapters in this module
- Vetting tools like HireVue
- Assessment platform contracts
- Background check compliance
- ATS data access policies
- SaaS provider audits
- Data processing agreements
- Subprocessor transparency
- Security questionnaire use
- Onboarding platform risks
- Resume parsing vendors
- Video interview storage
- Candidate experience tools
Module 6. Internal Training and Role Enablement
Equip recruiting teams with clear, actionable guidelines for maintaining privacy in daily workflows and tools.
12 chapters in this module
- Designing ISO 27701 training
- Role-based access definitions
- New hire onboarding modules
- Manager escalation paths
- Refresher frequency planning
- Scenario-based learning
- Compliance quizzes
- Tool-specific privacy checks
- Sourcing playbook integration
- Performance metric alignment
- Shadow audit preparation
- Feedback loop design
Module 7. Documentation and Audit Readiness
Build evidence packages that demonstrate compliance with ISO 27701 during internal and external audits.
12 chapters in this module
- Record of processing activities
- Data flow diagram templates
- Privacy policy versioning
- Audit trail collection
- Retention schedule publishing
- Incident response planning
- Breach notification protocols
- Internal review cycles
- External auditor prep
- Interview practice documentation
- Standard operating procedures
- Continuous improvement logging
Module 8. Candidate Rights Fulfillment
Implement workflows to respond to candidate data access, correction, and deletion requests in line with ISO 27701 and regional laws.
12 chapters in this module
- DSAR intake process
- Verification of identity
- Data access fulfilment
- Correction workflows
- Right to be forgotten
- Automated deletion rules
- Exceptions for legal holds
- Vendor coordination
- Response time tracking
- Logging and audit trails
- Cross-border implications
- Training for recruiters
Module 9. Security Controls in Recruiting Systems
Align technical safeguards in ATS, CRM, and HRIS platforms with ISO 27701 requirements for access, logging, and monitoring.
12 chapters in this module
- User access reviews
- Role-based permissions
- Multi-factor authentication
- Session timeout policies
- Login attempt monitoring
- Data export controls
- Encrypted communication
- Secure file transfer
- Database access logs
- SIEM integration
- Anomaly detection
- Breach simulation drills
Module 10. Incident Response and Breach Management
Prepare for and respond to potential privacy incidents in candidate data handling with clear, pre-defined protocols.
12 chapters in this module
- Incident classification
- Candidate data breach types
- Internal reporting chains
- Legal counsel engagement
- Regulatory notification timing
- Candidate communication
- Forensic data preservation
- Root cause analysis
- Remediation planning
- Vendor incident management
- Post-mortem documentation
- Update to training
Module 11. Continuous Improvement and Maturity
Establish feedback loops and metrics to mature privacy practices in sourcing and talent operations over time.
12 chapters in this module
- Privacy maturity model
- KPI for data hygiene
- Audit finding trends
- Candidate feedback
- Incident reduction goals
- Benchmarking against peers
- Leadership reporting
- Privacy champion networks
- Process refinement
- Tool update cycles
- Policy refresh planning
- Lessons learned integration
Module 12. Leadership Communication and Visibility
Articulate the value of privacy-compliant recruiting to senior stakeholders and position yourself as a strategic enabler.
12 chapters in this module
- Translating risk to leadership
- Privacy as talent differentiator
- Metrics that matter
- Executive briefing templates
- Board-level summary prep
- Strategic initiative alignment
- Budget justification
- Talent brand enhancement
- Compliance storytelling
- Case studies for change
- Recognition of best practices
- Cross-functional influence
How this maps to your situation
- Onboarding new recruiters to privacy standards
- Responding to internal audit findings
- Designing sourcing for roles with security clearances
- Updating interview practice documentation
Before vs. after
Before
Privacy in recruiting is ad hoc, reactive, and dependent on individual awareness
After
Your team operates with standardized, auditable, and defensible data practices aligned with ISO 27701
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 3-4 hours per module, designed for completion over 6-8 weeks with practical integration into current workflows
If nothing changes
Without structured privacy practices, talent teams risk regulatory scrutiny, data exposure, and reputational damage , especially in national security and global hiring contexts
How this compares to the alternatives
Unlike generic compliance courses, this program is tailored to talent acquisition leaders in high-security environments, with direct application to ISO 27701, cross-border transfers, and recruiting toolchains like LinkedIn Recruiter and SAP
Frequently asked
Who is this course for?
Senior recruiters, talent acquisition leads, and HR operations leaders in regulated or national security-adjacent sectors who influence hiring strategy and compliance.
How is the course structured?
12 modules, each containing 12 chapters (144 chapters total).
Does this cover GDPR and CCPA?
Yes, within the context of ISO 27701 and cross-border candidate data transfers, with templates for compliance workflows.
$199 one-time. Approximately 3-4 hours per module, designed for completion over 6-8 weeks with practical integration into current workflows.
Within 24 hours your account in the learning environment is provisioned and the tailored implementation playbook is delivered alongside it.
30-day money-back guarantee·
144 chapters·
Hand-built playbook included·
Account access within 24 hours