ISO 27001 Foundation Training

The ISO 27001 Foundation Course introduces the core principles and structure of an Information Security Management System (ISMS) based on ISO 27001. It provides a practical understanding of how to identify risks, implement controls, and align information security practices with organisational goals. The course is ideal for those looking to support or understand their organisation’s ISMS. 

Key Topics Covered 

• Introduction to ISO 27001: Scope, principles, and benefits of the standard 

• Understanding ISMS: Key components, structure, and continual improvement cycle 

• Risk-Based Thinking: Overview of risk identification, assessment, and treatment 

• Security Controls: Introduction to Annex A controls and their objectives 

• Compliance and Business Value: Aligning information security with strategy and trust 

Course Benefits 

• Build a Strong Foundation: Understand ISO 27001 terminology and structure 

• Support Compliance: Help your team meet internal, legal, or client security requirements 

• Prepare for Further Training: Get ready for ISO 27001 Internal or Lead Auditor courses 

• Improve Security Awareness: Strengthen your role in protecting critical information assets 

This course is ideal for professionals involved in IT, compliance, risk, or operations. It is particularly useful for: 

• Information Security Assistants 

• IT Professionals and Network Engineers 

• Data Protection Officers 

• Compliance and Risk Officers 

• Project Managers and Team Leaders 

• Anyone supporting ISO 27001 implementation 

 Module 1: Introduction to ISO 27001 

• Introduction 

• Compatibility with Other Management System Standards 

• ISO 27001:2022 and Its Clauses 

Module 2: Information Security 

• What is Business? 

• Industries 

• Risk 

• SWOT Analysis 

• Constructs and Characteristics of Assets 

• Security and Privacy 

• Triad of Information Security 

• Cyber Security is Everyone’s Responsibility 

• Cybersecurity Landscape 

• What is Information Security? 

• Information Security Management 

• Need of Information Security 

• Threats to Information Security 

• Active and Passive Attacks 

Module 3: Context of the Organisation 

• Understanding the Organisation and Its Context 

• Understanding the Needs and Expectations of Interested Parties 

• Determining the Scope of the Information Security Management System 

• Information Security Management System 

Module 4: Leadership 

• Leadership and Commitment 

• Policy 

• Organisational Roles, Responsibilities, and Authorities 

Module 5: Planning 

• Organisational Roles, Responsibilities, and Authorities 

• Information Security Objectives and Planning to Achieve Them 

• Planning of Changes 

Module 6: Support 

• Resources 

• Competence 

• Awareness 

• Communication 

• Documented Information 

Module 7: Operation 

• Operational Planning and Control 

• Information Security Risk Assessment 

• Information Security Risk Treatment 

• Drafting Reports and Test Plans 

By the end of the course, you will be able to: 

• Understand the purpose, structure, and key clauses of ISO 27001 

• Recognise the elements of an effective ISMS 

• Support your organisation in managing information security risks 

• Contribute to ISMS development, audits, and awareness programmes 

• Understand the relationship between ISO 27001 and other ISO security standards 

To achieve the ISO 27001 Foundation Certification, candidates will need to sit for an examination. The exam format is as follows:  

• Question Type: Multiple Choice  

• Total Questions: 30  

• Total Marks: 30 Marks  

• Pass Mark: 50%, or 15/30 Marks  

• Duration: 40 Minutes 

• Open Book/ Closed Book: Closed Book