ISO/IEC 27001:2022 Information Security Management Systems Auditor/ Lead Auditor (CQI IRCA) Training (SkillsFuture-supported)*

Information, being a valuable asset and a building block and key to the growth of any organisation needs to be suitably protected like any other important business asset. In the modern world, this asset becomes crucial for success and maintaining credibility.

If this asset is compromised, then the organisation may have to face various threats and risks like brand image erosion, business disruption, financial and productivity loss etc. Information security is the protection of information from a wide range of threats in order to ensure business continuity, minimize business risk, maximise return on investments and increase business opportunities.

The intensive ISO/IEC 27001:2022 lead auditor course is a key requirement for becoming a registered auditor/lead auditor. The course is structured to provide the knowledge and skills required to assess the Information Security Management System of an organisation with respect to the requirements of the ISO/IEC 27001:2022 standard.

• Understand the purpose of an Information Security Management System and the processes involved in establishing, implementing, maintaining and continually improving an ISMS
• Know the key changes in ISO 27001:2013 vs ISO 27001:2022
• Be able to apply the PDCA approach to information security management processes
• Understand the role and skills required by an auditor / lead auditor
• Understand auditing concepts and principles
• Know how to plan, conduct and report audits in accordance with ISO 19011.

Our ISO 27001 lead auditor course will provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of the ISO/IEC 27001:2022 standard and the skills necessary to conduct effective ISMS audits.

• ISMS concepts and benefits
• Risk assessment and management
• ISO 27001 process framework requirements
• ISO 27001 standard requirements
• ISMS documentation

• Auditing objectives
• Types of audits
• Process approach

• Auditors and lead auditors
• The auditors’ responsibilities
• The lead auditors’ responsibilities
• Auditors qualification and certifications

• Pre-audit planning
• Reviewing documentation
• Developing an audit plan
• Preparing checklists or working documents
• Communication factors

• Opening meeting
• Collecting objective/audit evidence
• Effective interviewing techniques
• Identifying and recording nonconformities
• Preparing for the closing meeting
• Do’s and Don’t’s of auditing

• Conducting the closing meeting
• Preparing the audit report
• Distributing the audit report

• Corrective action responsibilities
• Follow up scheduling
• Monitoring corrective action

• Choosing a registrar
• The registration process
• Surveillance audits

Written Assessment

• Information security professionals, IT heads
• Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs)
• Information security management system consultants, management representatives
• Information security managers and core group members responsible for establishing, implementing, maintaining, auditing, and improving informationSecurity Management Systems
• Professionals who have a role to play in the implementation of informationSecurity Management Systems

The participants interested in attending this course must have prior knowledge of the management system and principles and concepts of Information Security Management.

Participants are expected to have the following prior knowledge:

• Understand the Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) cycle

• Knowledge of the following information security management principles and concepts:
• Awareness of the need for information security
• The assignment of responsibility for information security
• Incorporating management commitment and the interests of stakeholders
• Enhancing societal values
• Using the results of risk assessments to determine appropriate controls to reach acceptable levels of risk
• Incorporating security as an essential element of information networks and systems
• The active prevention and detection of information security incidents
• Ensuring a comprehensive approach to information security management
• Continual reassessment of information security and making of modifications as appropriate

• Knowledge of the requirements of ISO/IEC 27001 (with ISO/IEC 27002) and the commonly used information security management terms and definitions, as given in ISO/IEC 27000, which may be gained by completing an IRCA-certified ISMS Foundation Training course or equivalent.

Please submit relevant proofs to demonstrate that you meet the prerequisites for this course.

Disclaimer
This course is not for filling gaps in your knowledge about the ISO/IEC 27001:2022 standard; but for improving the knowledge about the same from an audit perspective.

Becoming a certified ISO/IEC 27001:2022 lead auditor will give you the knowledge and skills to assess an organisation’s ISMS against the standard’s requirements.

• ISO/IEC 27001:2022 lead auditor
• ISMS consultant
• Information security manager
• ISMS auditor
• Information security risk assessor

• Financial services
• Healthcare
• IT
• Government
• Education
• Manufacturing

The course content and structure are designed by the domain experts from TÜV SÜD.

With immense experience and knowledge of the relevant standards, our team of product specialists and technical experts at TÜV SÜD developed the course content based on the current business landscape and market requirements.

The course will be conducted by our experienced lead auditors, who have audited numerous organisations.

Evaluation

Participants will be assessed throughout the course on various factors, including punctuality, presentation skills, interactive approach, involvement, role-play, and daily tests. The final assessment will be a closed-book test, with the only permitted reference material being a copy of the ISO/IEC 27001:2022 standard.

The passing criteria for the examination is 70%.

CQI-IRCA Registered Certificate

TÜV SÜD South Asia is an Approved Training Partner of CQI IRCA and fulfils all compliances of the course PR 320: ISMS ISO/IEC 27001:2022 Lead Auditor training course reference No. 17829.

Participants who score 70% or higher in the continuous assessment and written examination will be awarded a CQI (Chartered Quality Institute) and IRCA (International Register of Certificated Auditors) registered certificate of successful completion.

Unsuccessful candidates will be awarded a certificate of attendance from TÜV SÜD South Asia.

1. Can I also attend e-learning courses on top of attending ISO 27001 Lead Auditor Course?
Yes, you can register for any e-learning course at TÜV SÜD.

2. What is the funding eligibility criteria?
Self-sponsored learners: Up to 50% of course fees for Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents between 21 and 39 years old, and up to 70% of course fees for Singapore Citizens above 40 years old.

Company-sponsored learners:
1. SME employers who sponsor the following persons can apply for up to 70% funding
2. All employers can apply for absentee payroll
a. Singapore Citizens and PR: $4.50 per hour, capped at $100,000 per enterprise per calendar year
b. Singapore Citizens aged 30 and above (or Persons with Special Needs aged 13 and above), earning a monthly salary ≤$2,500: 95% of hourly basic salary, capped at $13 per hour

3. How do I enroll for the ISO 27001 Lead Auditor Course course?
To enrol and check your eligibility for SSG funding, please click on ‘Request training schedule’ button and fill up the form. Our team will contact you for the next steps to evaluate your eligibility for this course and enrolment procedures.

4. What is the ISO 27001 Lead Auditor course methodology?
Participants will learn through lectures, case studies, group exercises and discussions.

5. Can I get a refund if I cancel my enrolment?
Yes, please contact us at [email protected] for more details. Terms and conditions apply.