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 Duration 35 hours

Course Outline

Day 1: Introduction to ISO/IEC 27001 and initiating an ISMS

Day 2: Planning the ISMS implementation

Day 3: Implementing the ISMS

Day 4: ISMS monitoring, continual improvement, and preparation for the certification audit

Day 5: Preparation for the certification exam

Upon completion of the course, delegates will be issued an exam voucher, allowing them to schedule their exam online on a convenient date using the PECB online exam app.

The “PECB Certified ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Implementer” exam aligns with the PECB Examination and Certification Program (ECP) requirements. It covers the following competency domains:

  • Domain 1: Fundamental principles and concepts of an Information Security Management System (ISMS)
  • Domain 2: Information Security Management System (ISMS)
  • Domain 3: Planning an ISMS implementation based on ISO/IEC 27001
  • Domain 4: Implementing an ISMS based on ISO/IEC 27001
  • Domain 5: Monitoring and measuring an ISMS based on ISO/IEC 27001
  • Domain 6: Continual improvement of an ISMS based on ISO/IEC 27001
  • Domain 7: Preparing for an ISMS certification audit

For detailed information regarding exam formats, available languages, and other specifics, please visit the List of PECB Exams and the Examination Rules and Policies.

PECB ISO/IEC 27001 Certification Path and Requirements

After successfully passing the exam, you can apply for one of four professional credentials, depending on your level of experience. All credentials require passing the PECB Certified ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Implementer Exam (or an approved equivalent) and signing the PECB Code of Ethics.

1. Certified ISO/IEC 27001 Provisional Implementer

Best suited for individuals who have mastered the theoretical aspects but lack practical field experience.

  • Exam Requirement: Pass the PECB Certified ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Implementer Exam (or equivalent)

  • Professional Experience: None required

  • ISMS Project Experience: None required

  • Additional Requirement: Sign the PECB Code of Ethics

2. Certified ISO/IEC 27001 Implementer

Designed for professionals with foundational, hands-on experience in information security implementation.

  • Exam Requirement: Pass the PECB Certified ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Implementer Exam (or equivalent)

  • Professional Experience: Two years total, including at least one year of specific experience in Information Security Management

  • ISMS Project Experience: A minimum of 200 hours of qualifying project activities

  • Additional Requirement: Sign the PECB Code of Ethics

3. Certified ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Implementer

The standard credential for experienced professionals qualified to lead and manage an organization's entire implementation process.

  • Exam Requirement: Pass the PECB Certified ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Implementer Exam (or equivalent)

  • Professional Experience: Five years total, including at least two years of specific experience in Information Security Management

  • ISMS Project Experience: A minimum of 300 hours of qualifying project activities

  • Additional Requirement: Sign the PECB Code of Ethics

4. Certified ISO/IEC 27001 Senior Lead Implementer

The highest tier for expert practitioners with comprehensive, long-term leadership experience in the industry.

  • Exam Requirement: Pass the PECB Certified ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Implementer Exam (or equivalent)

  • Professional Experience: Ten years total, including at least seven years of specific experience in Information Security Management

  • ISMS Project Experience: A minimum of 1,000 hours of qualifying project activities

  • Additional Requirement: Sign the PECB Code of Ethics

Full details: https://pecb.com/en/education-and-certification-for-individuals/iso-iec-27001/iso-iec-27001-lead-implementer

Requirements

The primary requirement for participation is a general working knowledge of ISMS concepts and the ISO/IEC 27001 standard.

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