What does ISO 27001 Lead Implementer Training look like?
The ISMS (Information Security Management System) plays a very important role in every business these days. Since implementation of the ISMS can be a complex process, in order to participate and build this system, a good approach is to learn how to implement it within your organization.
Basically, you need to be prepared to understand all ISMS aspects in various worlds of information and how to implement it. ISO 27001 Lead Implementer training is the answer to those requirements. The following are the most important things regarding what the training looks like, and where you need to focus during the training.
Training topics and domains – Management System
Usually, training will start with an introduction and explanation on management systems. Here I’d like to point out the importance that during the training, attendees will learn the meaning of context of the organization, together with the definition of the scope for implementation. It is very important because risk assessment and risk management processes use this as foundation.
Training will continue with the leadership and planning, where the main principles of risks will be explained. Trainings include risk methodology, but sometimes they just explain the basic principles of mandatory requirements for risk assessment and risk treatment plan. I suggest that you check how the risk topics are covered in the scope of the training. If the training explains at least the fundaments of risk assessment methodology, you are in the right group.
Lead Implementation training – Most important aspects
Remembering the early stage of my beginnings, back in 2005, if I had guidance on how to prepare myself for the ISO 27001 Lead Implementer training, it would help me to focus more on discussions, questions, and more participation instead of just listening during the training. Now, looking back, I see that benefits from this training are that you will gain knowledge about:
- Learning about main ISMS principles
- Understanding the difference between IT security and information security
- Applicability of controls in the SoA
- Complexity of implementation in all segments of organizations within the scope
- Risk assessment and continual improvement
- How to apply controls in Annex A
So, you need to prepare yourself in the best possible way to get the most out of what is offered in the training sessions. And, by successfully passing this training, you will be ready to start the implementation of an ISMS in your organization, or in other organizations if you are in the ISMS consultancy business.