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The ISO 27001 Lead Auditor course is a PECB (Professional Evaluation and Certification Board) official course. The three-day intensive course will help you develop the skills needed to audit an Information Security Management System (ISMS). You'll also be able to manage a team of auditors, by applying widely-recognised audit principles, procedures and techniques.
PECB is officially accredited under ISO 17024 from ANSI. They are the first personnel certification body to be accredited by a National Accreditation Authority.
You will gain the skills and knowledge needed to plan and perform audits, compliant with the certification process of the ISO/IEC 27001:2013 standard. Through practical exercises, you will learn the following skills:
This course is right for you if you wish to undertake - and eventually lead - audits of Information Security Management Systems (ISMS). It is also useful if you're interested in the implementation of ISO 27001. You will acquire the expertise to perform an ISO 27001 internal audit, following ISO 19011 guidelines.
You'll also get one year’s free membership of PECB (Professional Evaluation and Certification Board) - which usually costs around £250.
When you have both the ISO 27001 Lead Auditor and ISO 27001 Lead Implementer certifications, you're eligible to apply for the ISO 27001 Master certification.
Prove that you've mastered the implementation of an Information Security Management System (ISMS). You can apply for the Master certification through PECB, if you have the following:
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The ISO 27001 Lead Auditor certification proves that you can conduct process-based audits against ISO 27001, for clients worldwide.
Other accelerated training providers rely heavily on lecture and independent self-testing and study.
Effective technical instruction must be highly varied and interactive to keep attention levels high, promote camaraderie and teamwork between the students and instructor, and solidify knowledge through hands-on learning.
This information has been provided as a helpful tool for candidates considering training. Courses that include certification come with a Certification Guarantee. Pass first time or train again for free (just pay for accommodation, exams and incidental costs). We do not make any guarantees about personal successes or benefits of obtaining certification. Benefits of certification determined through studies do not guarantee any particular personal successes.
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You will learn the following content:
Planning and Initiating an ISO 27001 audit
Conducting an ISO 27001 audit
Concluding and ensuring the follow-up of an ISO 27001 audit
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You'll take the ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Auditor exam as part of the course.
You will also get one year free PECB membership, and be able to apply for the following titles depending on your experience:
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Once you have successfully passed the ISO 17001 Lead Auditor exam, you will get a year’s membership of the personal certification body PECB absolutely free, which usually costs around £250. This is also applied to all courses which lead to professional membership including the ISO 17001 Lead Implementer.
Firebrand Training offers top-quality technical education and certification training in an all-inclusive course package specifically designed for the needs and ease of our students. We attend to every detail so our students can focus solely on their studies and certification goals.
Our instructors teach to accommodate every student's learning needs through individualised instruction, hands-on labs, lab partner and group exercises, independent study, self-testing, and question/answer drills.
Firebrand Training has dedicated, well-equipped educational facilities where you will attend instruction and labs and have access to comfortable study and lounging rooms. Our students consistently say our facilities are second-to-none.
We’re currently migrating from printed to digital courseware. Some courseware is already available in digital, while other books remain in printed form. To find out if this course is digital, call us on 080 80 800 888.
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It is recommended that you have already attended Information Security Management System (ISMS) Foundation training, or have a basic knowledge of ISO/IEC 27001:2013 and ISO/IEC 27002:2013.
Prior to attending the course, you must also have:
To get your ISO 27001 Lead Auditor certification at the end of your course, you must pass your exam and adhere to the PECB Code of Ethics.
Don’t worry - we’ll discuss your technical background, experience and qualifications to determine whether this accelerated course suits you.
Just call us on 080 80 800 888 and speak to one of our enrolment consultants.
Firebrand is an immersive environment and requires commitment. Some prerequisites are simply guidelines; you may find your unique experience, attitude and determination enables you to succeed on your accelerated course.
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"Very good trainer - very knowledgeable and experienced. Maintained my interest throughout the course. Good mix of attendees from various backgrounds, too. "
Craig Jameson, HM Passport Office. - ISO 27001 Lead Auditor - Information Security Management (3 days) (18/4/2018 to 20/4/2018)
"I would recommend the accelerated training with Firebrand. It was comprehensive and well structured with good facilities at the training centre. "
Chris Porton. - ISO 27001 Lead Auditor - Information Security Management (3 days) (2/10/2017 to 4/10/2017)
"Every time we come to Firebrand we always have a brilliant time learning & making new friends."
Amy Hooper. - ISO 27001 Lead Auditor - Information Security Management (3 days) (2/10/2017 to 4/10/2017)
"A repeat customer due to Firebrands well structured, expertly delivered and fun training."
Chris Green, Evasec Ltd. - ISO 27001 Lead Auditor - Information Security Management (3 days) (5/7/2017 to 7/7/2017)
""Wonderful. The instructor was excellent and very comprehensive.""
Anonymous - ISO 27001 Lead Auditor - Information Security Management (3 days) (5/7/2017 to 7/7/2017)
"Iso training has been interesting and given me new insight. The intense learning experience is truly amazing and gives value for money. "
Diana Hierbæk, Region Hovedstaden. - ISO 27001 Lead Auditor - Information Security Management (3 days) (4/1/2017 to 6/1/2017)
"Having never been on an accelerated course before, I was unsure how effective they would be. After attending my first Firebrand course I would highly recommend the approach to others."
Lyn Jones, Oracle. - ISO 27001 Lead Auditor - Information Security Management (3 days) (4/5/2016 to 6/5/2016)
"Does what it says on the tin!
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V.R. - ISO 27001 Lead Auditor - Information Security Management (3 days) (4/11/2015 to 6/11/2015)
"The course was well planned. The administration processes were very good. The course was well run in a good learning environment."
Anonymous - ISO 27001 Lead Auditor - Information Security Management (3 days) (2/9/2015 to 4/9/2015)
"Really enjoyed the course, instruction and topic"
Anonymous - ISO 27001 Lead Auditor - Information Security Management (3 days) (2/9/2015 to 4/9/2015)
"An intense but worthwhile experience."
Anonymous - ISO 27001 Lead Auditor - Information Security Management (3 days) (2/9/2015 to 4/9/2015)
"Nice atmosphere for learning, no distractions except for the food which is tempting."
Funmi Inije, DLA Piper. - ISO 27001 Lead Auditor - Information Security Management (3 days) (13/7/2015 to 15/7/2015)
"Firebrand was able to accept a late booking on the Friday before Sunday when the course started. I arrived with no knowledge of ISO and left with enough knowledge for the exam.
This course is well worthwhile with the LI course to be taken next."
David Wheeler, Amazing IT Ltd. - ISO 27001 Lead Auditor - Information Security Management (3 days) (9/3/2015 to 11/3/2015)
"I would thoroughly recommend Firebrand. This is the second time I have used them and Ive been very pleased with the quality of the training and facilities."
Chris Lyth, ARUP. - ISO 27001 Lead Auditor - Information Security Management (3 days) (9/3/2015 to 11/3/2015)
"High quality training in an environment conducive to learning."
Anonymous - ISO 27001 Lead Auditor - Information Security Management (3 days) (9/3/2015 to 11/3/2015)
"High quality training delivered from an excellent location by high quality instructors."
Steven Witty, Leidos. - ISO 27001 Lead Auditor - Information Security Management (3 days) (9/3/2015 to 11/3/2015)
"Firebrand delivers intensive training in a short time frame enabling students to get the most out of the course in the shortest possible time without feeling rushed."
Simon Dent, MOD. - ISO 27001 Lead Auditor - Information Security Management (3 days) (9/3/2015 to 11/3/2015)
"The ISO27001 LA course is highly recommended as you progress your career in IT audit. Firebrand's training makes it an easy, understandable experience."
Mital Desai, Vodafone. - ISO 27001 Lead Auditor - Information Security Management (3 days) (9/3/2015 to 11/3/2015)
"Very good content excellent trainers."
Simon Fisher, IRM PLC. - ISO 27001 Lead Auditor - Information Security Management (3 days) (7/1/2015 to 9/1/2015)
"Please do not use company name
My overall training experience was excellent. The training facilities are fantastic (love the xboxes) and very functional.
The instructor delivered the material with utmost professionalism and expert knowledge of the subject matter.
The accommodation was modest but adequate and functional. The food in the hotel was outstanding."
Colin Griffiths. - ISO 27001 Lead Auditor - Information Security Management (3 days) (5/1/2015 to 7/1/2015)
"Firebrand provides a total immersion learning experience and a real sense of a highly professional learning environment geared to ensuring your success."
Ciaran Keny, Macnamara ICT Ltd. - ISO 27001 Lead Auditor - Information Security Management (3 days) (7/1/2015 to 9/1/2015)
"Fantastic course to furnish you with skills to audit and not only under the ISO27001 syllabus but all audits.
The content of the ISO27001 material was in depth and provided a working understanding of ISO27001 systems and methodologies without having done the foundation of implementer courses."
E.C, Utilita Energy. - ISO 27001 Lead Auditor - Information Security Management (3 days) (17/11/2014 to 19/11/2014)
"I found the training & accommodation first class."
Mark Holmes, Lockheed Martin. - ISO 27001 Lead Auditor - Information Security Management (3 days) (17/11/2014 to 19/11/2014)
"I have used Firebrand training 4 times now and the instructors and facilities are very good"
Nicholas Proctor, self funding. - ISO 27001 Lead Auditor - Information Security Management (3 days) (17/11/2014 to 19/11/2014)
"Overall a well delivered course, covering all aspects of the ISO 27001, delivered in a well proportioned way."
Ian Rutland, Mercury Solutions Ltd. - ISO 27001 Lead Auditor - Information Security Management (3 days) (14/7/2014 to 16/7/2014)
"Excellent accommodation and learning environment for professional training. Highly recommended."
Lisa Pendlebury, Pendlebury Consulting. - ISO 27001 Lead Auditor - Information Security Management (3 days) (14/7/2014 to 16/7/2014)
"Firebrand is my "Go to" training company"
Chris Ennis, Actica Consulting Ltd. - ISO 27001 Lead Auditor - Information Security Management (3 days) (14/7/2014 to 16/7/2014)
"I would recommend firebrand in regards to overall organisation of training, accomodation and food!
like the fact that i you fail the exam the exam you can resit the course in 12 months."
Anonymous, BonPaul - ISO 27001 Lead Auditor - Information Security Management (3 days) (25/11/2013 to 27/11/2013)
"Intensive training but well worth the time. No stone left unturned - brilliant!"
Benedict Olaoya, n/a. - ISO 27001 Lead Auditor - Information Security Management (3 days) (25/3/2013 to 27/3/2013)
"Good environment, conducive to learning."
Fraser Gascoyne, FCO. - ISO 27001 Lead Auditor - Information Security Management (3 days) (25/3/2013 to 27/3/2013)
"This has been a short and intense learning experience.
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Edd Mosedale, n/a. - ISO 27001 Lead Auditor - Information Security Management (3 days) (27/8/2012 to 29/8/2012)
"Good learning facility"
Kevin Dillow, FCO. - ISO 27001 Lead Auditor - Information Security Management (3 days) (27/8/2012 to 29/8/2012)
"Very enjoyable"
Larry Dunn, ibm. - ISO 27001 Lead Auditor - Information Security Management (3 days) (20/2/2012 to 22/2/2012)
"I found the training very good."
Neil Law, taylor wessing llp. - ISO 27001 Lead Auditor - Information Security Management (3 days) (20/2/2012 to 22/2/2012)
"A good learning experience"
Jason Charlton, JTCharlton. - ISO 27001 Lead Auditor - Information Security Management (3 days) (20/2/2012 to 22/2/2012)
"Good short course, facilities and exam policy."
Anonymous - ISO 27001 Lead Auditor - Information Security Management (3 days) (30/11/2015 to 2/12/2015)
"The food was good, the days were long"
Darran Mear . - ISO 27001 Lead Auditor - Information Security Management (3 days) (30/11/2015 to 2/12/2015)
"Always good training that gives insight."
Johnny Berntsen, Calibra Consulting AS. - ISO 27001 Lead Auditor - Information Security Management (3 days) (30/11/2015 to 2/12/2015)
"Concentrated education"
Henrik Thomsen Jensen, Kamstrup A/S. - ISO 27001 Lead Auditor - Information Security Management (3 days) (30/11/2015 to 2/12/2015)
"It is hard and demanding, but Worth the effort. You really get the knowledge."
Anonymous - ISO 27001 Lead Auditor - Information Security Management (3 days) (11/5/2015 to 13/5/2015)
"I enjoyed my training with Firebrand and recommend it to anyone who is looking for intensive training."
Bo Stison , Zitcom. - ISO 27001 Lead Auditor - Information Security Management (3 days) (26/5/2014 to 28/5/2014)
"Tough training programme / schedule but worth it, and and necessary to master the scope of the topics covered in a short amount of time."
P. L.. - ISO 27001 Lead Auditor - Information Security Management (3 days) (24/2/2014 to 26/2/2014)
"Firebrand was a one stop shop for all our training needs. We were met with courtesy and professionalism from the sales stage through logistics and the training itself. Excellent group of professionals, that know the score when it comes to appropriate training methodologies. We look forward to future classes with Firebrand."
J.A. - ISO 27001 Lead Auditor - Information Security Management (3 days) (19/2/2014 to 21/2/2014)
"Intensive - Great"
Theresia Bäcklin, Ninta AB. - ISO 27001 Lead Auditor - Information Security Management (3 days) (15/4/2013 to 17/4/2013)
"Very valuable training with an experienced instructor"
Nils Hembre, Primesource AS. - ISO 27001 Lead Auditor - Information Security Management (3 days) (15/4/2013 to 17/4/2013)
"Great course that fits in the needs of intensive an continuous training from professional experts. The format offers the possibility to get knowledge but has the least impact on available work - billable time."
Robert Bals, sevenhorses. - ISO 27001 Lead Auditor - Information Security Management (3 days) (29/10/2012 to 31/10/2012)
"Nice intense course"
Michael c.w. hansen , Danish Defense. - ISO 27001 Lead Auditor - Information Security Management (3 days) (19/3/2012 to 21/3/2012)
"An exact match between expected and delivered."
Jarkko Aula , Sofigate. - ISO 27001 Lead Auditor - Information Security Management (3 days) (19/3/2012 to 21/3/2012)
"Nice intense course!!"
Michael Winther , Danish Defence. - ISO 27001 Lead Auditor - Information Security Management (3 days) (19/3/2012 to 21/3/2012)
"This is the second course I have attended at Firebrand. They provide excellent training without large amounts of time out of the office!"
Chris Ward, Purple Wombat Security. - ISO 27001 Lead Implementer - Information Security Management (3 days) (26/3/2018 to 28/3/2018)
