ACS-GP ISO 27001:2022 Lead Auditor Course

Master Information Security Auditing and Compliance.

Course Overview

The ACS-GP ISO 27001:2022 Lead Auditor Course is a globally recognised professional training programme designed to equip learners with the knowledge, skills, and practical techniques required to plan, conduct, manage, and lead Information Security Management System (ISMS) audits in accordance with ISO/IEC 27001:2022. As organisations face increasing cybersecurity threats, data breaches, and regulatory requirements, qualified lead auditors play a critical role in ensuring information security, risk management, and compliance across all sectors.

This comprehensive course provides a deep understanding of the ISO 27001:2022 standard, auditing principles, risk-based thinking, audit planning, evidence collection, nonconformity reporting, corrective actions, and audit follow-up activities. Learners develop the competence to perform first-party, second-party, and third-party audits while applying internationally recognised auditing guidelines such as ISO 19011 and certification audit requirements.

Through practical exercises, case studies, and real-world audit scenarios, participants gain hands-on experience in evaluating information security controls, assessing organisational compliance, identifying security risks, and leading audit teams effectively. The course also strengthens communication, reporting, and decision-making skills essential for professional auditors.

Whether you are an information security professional, compliance manager, IT auditor, cybersecurity consultant, risk manager, or aspiring lead auditor, this qualification provides a valuable pathway to advancing your career in information security governance, audit management, and ISO 27001 certification auditing. Successful completion demonstrates your ability to assess, improve, and maintain effective Information Security Management Systems that align with international best practices.

Course Objectives

  • Develop a comprehensive understanding of the requirements and implementation of ISO/IEC 27001:2022 within Information Security Management Systems (ISMS).
  • Master internationally recognised auditing principles, methodologies, and leadership practices in accordance with ISO 19011 guidelines.
  • Acquire the competence to effectively plan, conduct, manage, and lead ISMS audits across a variety of organisational environments.
  • Learn how to identify, evaluate, and report information security nonconformities, weaknesses, and compliance gaps.
  • Strengthen the ability to assess information security risks and recommend appropriate corrective and preventive actions.
  • Gain practical knowledge of audit documentation, reporting procedures, audit follow-up activities, and certification processes.
  • Understand the roles, responsibilities, and ethical obligations of a Lead Auditor when coordinating audit teams and engaging with stakeholders.
  • Develop the skills to evaluate the effectiveness of an Information Security Management System and support continual improvement initiatives.
  • Enhance decision-making and communication capabilities required for successful audit leadership and management.
  • Build confidence in conducting first-party, second-party, and third-party ISO 27001:2022 audits in line with international best practices.

Learning Objectives

Upon successful completion of this course, learners will be able to:

  • Conduct and lead Information Security Management System (ISMS) audits in accordance with ISO/IEC 27001:2022 requirements and recognised auditing practices.
  • Plan, organise, and manage complex ISMS audit programmes while effectively coordinating audit activities and resources.
  • Identify, analyse, and report information security nonconformities, vulnerabilities, and compliance gaps during audit engagements.
  • Assess information security risks and recommend appropriate corrective actions to enhance organisational security performance.
  • Prepare professional audit reports, communicate audit findings, and support certification and surveillance audit processes.
  • Evaluate the effectiveness of Information Security Management Systems and contribute to continual improvement initiatives.
  • Demonstrate effective leadership, communication, and decision-making skills when managing audit teams and engaging with stakeholders.
  • Apply risk-based auditing techniques to verify compliance, strengthen governance, and improve information security controls.
  • Monitor corrective action implementation and verify the effectiveness of actions taken to address audit findings.
  • Support organisations in maintaining compliance with international information security standards and best practices.

Ideal Learner

The ACS-GP ISO 27001:2022 Lead Auditor Course is ideal for:

  • Information Security Managers responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining ISMS frameworks.
  • Internal Auditors seeking to enhance their expertise in information security auditing.
  • Lead Auditors and Audit Team Members involved in first-party, second-party, or third-party audits.
  • Cybersecurity Professionals looking to strengthen their knowledge of information security governance and compliance.
  • Risk Management Professionals responsible for identifying, assessing, and mitigating information security risks.
  • Compliance Officers overseeing regulatory, legal, and ISO 27001 compliance requirements.
  • IT Managers and IT Security Specialists responsible for protecting organisational information assets.
  • Consultants providing information security, governance, risk, and compliance advisory services.
  • Quality and Management System Professionals expanding their auditing competencies into information security management.
  • Individuals aspiring to build a career in information security auditing, certification auditing, or cybersecurity compliance.

This course is particularly valuable for professionals who wish to lead ISO 27001:2022 audits, support certification processes, improve organisational information security performance, and gain internationally recognised auditing expertise.

Course Details

  • Duration: 5 days
  • Mode: Online
  • Assessments: A 45-minute multiple-choice question (MCQ) exam and a lead auditor ISMS simulation exercise.

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Course Eligibility

Learners should meet the following entry requirements:

  • A basic understanding of information security concepts, cybersecurity principles, and Information Security Management Systems (ISMS)
  • Previous experience in information security, IT management, risk management, compliance, governance, or auditing is beneficial.
  • Ability to communicate in English (reading and speaking)

Course Fee

40k PKR / 110 GBP / 145 USD

FAQs

ISO/IEC 27001:2022 is the internationally recognised standard for Information Security Management Systems (ISMS). It provides a framework for managing information security risks, protecting sensitive data, and improving organisational cybersecurity resilience.

No. Previous auditing experience is beneficial but not mandatory. Learners with a basic understanding of information security, cybersecurity, risk management, or management systems can successfully undertake this course.

Yes, the course is suitable for both beginners and experienced professionals assigned fire warden responsibilities.

Becoming an ISO 27001 Lead Auditor can enhance career prospects, increase professional credibility, improve auditing competencies, and create opportunities in cybersecurity, compliance, governance, risk management, and certification auditing roles.

Successful learners may pursue roles such as Information Security Auditor, Lead Auditor, Internal Auditor, Compliance Manager, ISMS Manager, Cybersecurity Consultant, Risk Manager, Information Security Manager, Governance Specialist, or Information Security Compliance Officer.

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