Description

Our ISO/IEC 27002 Foundation training course educates you about the core concepts of information security, cybersecurity, and privacy, based on the ISO/IEC 27002 standard. This course offers in-depth understanding of organizational, people, physical, and technological controls of information security. After finalizing the course, you will undertake a certification exam and potentially earn the official "PECB Certificate Holder in ISO/IEC 27002 Foundation" certificate. The course is ideal for managers, consultants, professionals involved in information security management, and individuals aiming to start a career in information security.

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Course overview

Learn to guard your organization's data with the ISO/IEC 27002 Foundation training course. Designed to provide you with a strong understanding of information security, cybersecurity and privacy based on ISO/IEC 27002, the course introduces the fundamental concepts behind the organization and management of information security controls. A unique aspect is that the course breaks down ISO/IEC 27002's controls into four categories: organizational, people, physical, and technological, providing an in-depth look into each. A subsequent exam offers the opportunity to earn the "PECB Certificate Holder in ISO/IEC 27002 Foundation" certificate, demonstrating your knowledge of information security controls. This course is perfect for managers, security professionals, or anyone interested in a career in information security.

Course outcomes

The ISO/IEC 27002 Foundation course imparts knowledge on the pivotal aspects of information security, cybersecurity, and privacy as per ISO/IEC 27002. By the end of the course, attendees will:

- Understand the key principles of information security, cybersecurity, and privacy as they relate to ISO/IEC 27002.

- Understand the correlation between ISO/IEC 27001, ISO/IEC 27002, and other standards and frameworks.

- Be able to interpret and apply ISO/IEC 27002 organizational, people, physical, and technological controls.

Participants who clear the post-training exam can apply for the "PECB Certificate Holder in ISO/IEC 27002 Foundation" certificate, demonstrating their knowledge of ISO/IEC 27002 information security controls.

The course also provides 14 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) credits.

More details

In the modern digital landscape, understanding and addressing cybersecurity risks is of critical importance. The ISO/IEC 27002 Foundation training course provides the fundamental concepts related to the implementation and management of information security controls based on ISO/IEC 27002 guidelines. ISO/IEC 27002 is a globally recognized standard that provides guidelines for organizational information security standards and information security management practices.

Through this course, participants become familiar with the organizational, people, physical, and technological controls of information security. The course also offers insights on how ISO/IEC 27002 interlinks with other standards such as ISO/IEC 27001 and ISO/IEC 27003.

This course is beneficial for managers, consultants, and professionals linked with information security management. Furthermore, anyone keen on developing a career in information security can greatly benefit from it.

On successful completion of the course and the subsequent exam, participants can earn the "PECB Certificate Holder in ISO/IEC 27002 Foundation" certificate, demonstrating their understanding of ISO/IEC 27002 information security controls.

Course contents include an introduction to ISO/IEC 27002 and various controls related to organization, people, physical assets, and technology. The "PECB ISO/IEC 27002 Foundation" exam tests participants on these aspects of information security.

Achieving the PECB Certificate Holder in ISO/IEC 27002 Foundation designation does not require any previous professional experience, audit/assessment experience, or Information Security Management System (ISMS) project experience. Participants only need to pass the examination and abide by the PECB Code of Ethics.

The course fee includes certificate and examination fees and attendees also receive detailed training material full of practical examples. Attendees who successfully completed the training course will receive an attestation of course completion, which is worth 14 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) credits. If participants do not pass the exam on the first attempt, they can retake it for free within 12 months.

Let's get specific

Who is this course ideal for?

This course is designed for managers and consultants interested in the information security controls of ISO/IEC 27002, professionals who are engaged in or responsible for information security management, individuals looking to gain knowledge about main processes of an information security management system and information security controls, and anyone considering a career in information security.

What are the prerequisites?

This foundation level course on ISO/IEC 27002 doesn't require any prerequisites. Individuals seeking to understand ISO/IEC 27002, professionals involved in information security management, and those interested in a career in information security can attend this course.

How is the learning delivered?

The learning in the ISO/IEC 27002 Foundation training course is delivered through a two-day curriculum that introduces key information security concepts, examines organizational, people, physical, and technological controls, and culminates in a certificate examination. The training includes detailed course material with comprehensive information and practical examples. Participants also have the opportunity to examine the intersections between ISO/IEC 27002 and other standards and regulatory frameworks. The course encourages discussion, interpretation, and thorough understanding of the fundamental principles and concepts of information security, cybersecurity, and privacy based on ISO/IEC 27002.

What assessments are involved?

The ISO/IEC 27002 Foundation training course assesses participants through an examination covering two competency domains. The domains are: Fundamental principles and concepts of information security, cybersecurity, and privacy and Information security controls based on ISO/IEC 27002. The successful completion of the exam qualifies a candidate to apply for the "PECB Certificate Holder in ISO/IEC 27002 Foundation" certificate.

How much time should I allow?

The course takes two days to complete and includes an exam. Allow approximately one hour for the examination.