ISO 27001 Lead Auditor Certification Online
Aim of the ISO 27001 Lead Auditor Course
The ISO 27001 Lead Auditor Course is designed for individuals aiming to develop a deep understanding of the principles, practical skills, and knowledge required to conduct audits of an organization's Information Security Management System (ISMS) in compliance with ISO 27001. This CQI and IRCA-accredited course guides participants through the complete ISMS audit process, covering all stages of the auditor’s role. The course includes a variety of learning experiences, such as an interactive virtual classroom, preparatory assignments, practical exercises, and a final assessment.
Offered entirely online, this course can be accessed from anywhere in the world, providing participants with the knowledge they need to prepare for and effectively conduct an ISO 27001 audit. The course is also fully aligned with Annex SL requirements, ensuring compatibility with the ISO management system framework.
Who Can Attend this Course?
The ISO 27001 Lead Auditor Course is designed for:
- Top management
- IT managers and officers
- ISMS internal auditors / CISO
- Management system professionals and consultants
- Personnel in charge of handling IT infrastructure
- Anyone interested in Information Security Management Systems (ISMS)
What is Covered?
EAS offers its ISO 27001 lead auditor course online, that covers the following topics:
- The overall requirements for an effective Information Security Management System (ISMS) as specified by ISO 27001
- The scope, roles, and responsibilities of an ISMS auditor
- How to conduct the initial assessment, ongoing audits, periodical audits, and surveillance assessments
- How to draw up a plan for each stage of the audit process
- How to review an organization’s ISMS to determine its effectiveness
- How to undertake a successful audit with balanced observations that are objective, non-confrontational, supportive of continuous improvement, and focused on desired outcomes
- How to communicate results effectively
- How to provide appropriate follow-up advice for the auditee after the final review meeting
The Benefits of Completing this Course
- Become a global leader in the implementation of ISO 27001
- Understand how to conduct an effective ISO 27001 audit
- Acquire essential knowledge related to the planning, preparation, accomplishment, performance review, and follow-up phases of all types of audits as specified by ISO 19011
- Improve career prospects with access to the internal auditing, lead auditing, ISO consulting, and information security markets
- Gain a strong understanding of how an ISMS supports business activity and the benefits that accrue as a result of these improvements
- Increase your knowledge and expertise in risk management within an organization
ISO 27001 Lead Auditor Course Online Format
The entire ISO 27001 Lead Auditor certification course online will be conducted through Zoom Video Conferencing Software. This allows candidates to participate from across the globe. No local travel costs are involved. Participants can benefit from the following features:
- Live training sessions conducted by qualified tutors with over 15 years of experience as lead auditors.
- The ability to join the course from any location with Internet access through a personal computer.
- All course materials are supplied and available to be downloaded for offline use.
- Interactive discussions from the comfort of your own home or office.
- Group presentations and activities through slide-sharing and chat rooms.
Assessments and Certification
Continuous Assessment: Candidates are evaluated throughout the course on attendance, active participation, completion of individual and group exercises, and professional engagement during class discussions.
IRCA Examination: At the end of the ISO Lead Auditor Course, whether delivered in a classroom, virtual, or in-house setting, participants must complete the IRCA examination conducted online. The examination specifications are as follows:
- Duration: 1 hour and 45 minutes
- Questions: 40, without options or negative marking
- Content: Covers five domains—concepts and principles, audit methodologies, audit planning, audit conducting, and reporting/closing
- Total Marks: 80, with a required minimum pass mark in each domain and an overall score of at least 50% (40 marks)
- Format: Open book, but internet searches are restricted; access to the relevant ISO standard (electronic or paper copy) is recommended
- Marking: All questions are computer-graded
- Security: Responses cannot be changed after submission
- Preparation: Sample questions are discussed to familiarize candidates with the format
- Proctoring: IRCA’s exams are proctored live to ensure integrity. Candidates verify their ID through a secure portal and are monitored via webcam by a proctor who ensures compliance with exam rules. Unauthorized resources or leaving the exam screen are prohibited. Sessions may be recorded for further review.
Candidates taking the exam in languages other than English, Spanish, Japanese, Arabic, or Traditional Mandarin will complete a paper-based version.
Certification: Participants achieving 70% or higher in continuous assessment, plus 50% or above in the final examination, will receive a CQI/IRCA-accredited certificate of successful course completion, recognized globally within certification standards. Candidates who do not meet this threshold will be issued a certificate of attendance.
Advantage of Getting a CQI-IRCA Certified ISO 27001 Lead Auditor Certification Online
An individual can earn IRCA certified ISO 27001 lead auditor certification online by completing the ISO 27001 Lead Auditor Course Online. Accreditation has become a globally recognized benchmark for identifying quality auditors. In addition, IRCA certified individuals are automatically qualified to join the Chartered Quality Institute (CQI), which boosts credibility and opens up a slew of new business prospects. Therefore, by getting an ISO 27001 Lead Auditor certification online through EAS, you will be globally recognized as an IRCA approved ISO 27001 lead auditor.
How to Register
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