ISO/IEC 27001: Information Security Management System (ISMS) Essentials

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to ISO/IEC 27001, the internationally recognized standard for information security management systems (ISMS). It equips learners with the knowledge required to understand the key principles, requirements, and structure of ISO 27001, including risk management, controls, and compliance obligations. Designed for professionals aiming to support or implement ISMS in their organization, the course is aligned with global cybersecurity and governance best practices.

Target Audience:

IT Managers and Officers
Information Security and Risk Officers
Internal Auditors
Compliance and Governance Professionals
Data Protection Officers (DPOs)
Managers involved in data security and cybersecurity governance
Aspiring ISO 27001 implementers or auditors

Target Competences:

Upon completion of the course, learners will be able to:

Understand the scope, purpose, and benefits of ISO/IEC 27001
Interpret the structure and key clauses of ISO 27001
Apply basic principles of risk assessment and control selection
Support the development and implementation of an ISMS
Understand audit principles and compliance requirements

Learner Outcomes:

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

Describe the ISO/IEC 27001 standard and its components
Identify organizational information assets and related risks
Explain the Annex A control objectives and controls
Support ISMS planning, implementation, and continuous improvement
Recognize the importance of leadership, context, and interested parties
Understand the basic principles of an ISO 27001 internal audit

Location:

South Africa

Training Dates:

Each course starts every Monday of each week. Please book your training on a date that is a Monday.

Course Duration: 4 Days

Unit Standard: 14913

NQF Level: 4

Number of Credits: 4

Course Fees

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Course Outline

Day 1: Introduction to ISO/IEC 27001

Overview of ISO/IEC 27000 series
Key definitions and terminology
Benefits of ISMS implementation

Day 2: ISMS Framework and Context

Organizational context and stakeholder analysis
Leadership and ISMS scope
Information Security Policy

Day 3: Risk Management and Controls

Risk identification and assessment
Statement of Applicability (SoA)
Annex A controls overview (A.5–A.18)

Day 4: Implementation and Compliance

Monitoring and measurement
Internal audit basics
Continuous improvement and PDCA cycle
Certification process overview