ISO/IEC 27001:2022 Lead
Auditor Course
Training Overview
The ISO/IEC 27001:2022 Lead Auditor course is a comprehensive, practical
training program designed to equip participants with the skills, knowledge, and
confidence to conduct and lead audits of Information Security Management Systems
(ISMS) based on the requirements of ISO/IEC 27001:2022. Through expert
instruction, real-world case studies, and simulated audit scenarios,
participants will learn how to evaluate an organization’s ISMS for conformity,
effectiveness, and continual improvement.
This course prepares learners to perform internal, external, and
third-party audits in accordance with ISO/IEC 27001, ISO/IEC 19011 (auditing
guidelines), and ISO/IEC 17021-1 (certification requirements).
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand
the principles and structure of ISO/IEC 27001:2022. - Interpret
ISO/IEC 27001:2022 requirements in the context of an audit. - Plan,
conduct, report, and follow up on an ISMS audit. - Apply
ISO/IEC 19011 audit principles, methods, and techniques. - Evaluate
and report on the compliance and performance of an ISMS. - Manage
an audit team and perform audit leadership roles. - Communicate
effectively with auditees and stakeholders. - Handle
audit findings, nonconformities, and corrective actions.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, participants will be able to:
- Lead
ISO/IEC 27001:2022 audits with confidence and professionalism. - Conduct
risk-based audits and assess controls based on Annex A. - Identify
nonconformities and evaluate the adequacy of corrective actions. - Contribute
to organizational compliance and continual improvement. - Prepare
for roles in internal audits, second-party supplier audits, and
third-party certification audits.
Target Audience
This course is ideal for:
- Information
Security Managers and Officers - ISMS
Internal Auditors - IT
and Cybersecurity Professionals - Risk
and Compliance Professionals - Auditors
seeking to become ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Auditors - Consultants
and implementers transitioning into audit roles - Professionals
aiming for IRCA or equivalent auditor certification
Reference Standards and
Guidelines
- ISO/IEC
27001:2022 – Requirements for ISMS - ISO/IEC
27002:2022 – Guidance on security controls - ISO/IEC
19011:2018 – Guidelines for auditing management systems - ISO/IEC
17021-1:2015 – Conformity assessment – Requirements for
bodies providing audit and certification of management systems - ISO/IEC
27005 – Risk management principles (for context)
Course Content (Modules)
Module 1: Introduction to
Information Security and ISO/IEC 27001
- Understanding
ISMS, risk, and information security principles - Overview
of ISO/IEC 27000 family
Module 2: ISO/IEC
27001:2022 Standard Requirements
- Clause-by-clause
breakdown (Clauses 4–10) - Annex
A controls and their application
Module 3: Fundamentals of
Auditing
- Types
of audits and auditor roles - Principles
of auditing (ISO/IEC 19011)
Module 4: Audit Planning
and Preparation
- Creating
an audit program - Developing
audit plans, checklists, and scopes - Risk-based
thinking in audits
Module 5: Conducting the
Audit
- Opening
meetings - Collecting
objective evidence - Interviewing
techniques and auditing soft skills
Module 6: Identifying and
Classifying Findings
- Nonconformities:
major vs minor - Observations
and opportunities for improvement - Writing
audit findings and supporting evidence
Module 7: Reporting the
Audit
- Audit
report structure and delivery - Closing
meetings and communication strategies
Module 8: Audit Follow-Up
and Corrective Action
- Tracking
actions and verifying implementation - Continual
improvement loop - Surveillance
and recertification audits
Module 9: Managing an Audit
Team
- Auditor
competence - Team
roles and conflict resolution - Ethics
and impartiality in auditing
Training Methodology
The course uses a blend of theoretical learning and hands-on practice,
including:
- Instructor-led
presentations with simplified explanations and visuals - Real-world
case studies drawn from multiple industries - Interactive
workshops and simulations (e.g., planning,
evidence review, and audit interviews) - Audit
role-play exercises to simulate real
audit situations - Quizzes
and knowledge checks to assess
understanding - Final
assessment or exam to validate auditor
competence
