ISO27001 Certified ISMS Lead Implementer Masterclass

This three-day London or Manchester based ISO27001 Certified ISMS Lead Implementer Masterclass provides comprehensive and practical coverage of all aspects of implementing and maintaining an ISO27001 project, and leads to the coveted Certified ISMS Lead Implementer (CIS LI) qualification.

If you're in information security management, writing information security policies or implementing ISO27001 - either as Lead Implementer or as part of the planning/implementation team. This masterclass covers all the key steps in preparing for and achieving certification first time; and subsequently maintaining a successful Information Security Management System. Many previous attendees have now led their organisations to successful certification; and users of IT Governance training, books and toolkits now span the world.

The ISO27001 Certified ISMS Lead Implementer Masterclass delivers a comprehensive education in ISO27001 implementation and a recognised industry standard certification awarded by gasq and approved by the International Board for IT Governance Qualifications (IBITGQ).

"I would not start implementing an ISMS27001 without having taken this course.... The instructors had a positive 'catalistic' effect on my decision."  

- Jes Beirholm, Director of Information Security, End2End VAS. CISSP, CISM, ISSPCS, CABM, ITIL Cert, Bsc in Computer Science.

Available dates

• 14 - 16 Sep 2011 - London - fully booked
• 18 - 20 Oct 2011 - London
• 22 - 24 Nov 2011 - London

• 30 Jan - 1 Feb 2012 - London
• 22 - 24 Feb 2012 - Manchester
• 20 - 24 Mar 2012 - London

Who is this course suitable for?

This masterclass is ideal for anyone involved in or responsible for implementing an Information Security Management System (ISMS) that conforms with ISO27001:

• Business managers
• Compliance managers
• IT managers
• Quality managers
• Project managers
• Risk managers
• Information security managers
• BS7799 lead auditors
• IT and other staff, including HR, legal and business users.

What does this course cover?

Delegates will receive their own free copy of the worldwide de facto ISO27001 implementation handbook, IT Governance: a Manager's Guide to Data Security and IS027001/ISO27002. This, now in its 4th edition, and for some years the Open University's postgraduate information security textbook, provides the core material for this Masterclass.

"Superbly delivered course with outstanding academic quality - related to many other IT courses I have attended in my career."

Rob Siwicki, Systems Architect, Sepura Plc

This three-day Masterclass provides comprehensive and practical coverage of all aspects of the ISO27001 implementation process.

"Straightforward clear expectations for non-technical managers. Very business focused. Offer of on-going support very helpful."

 - Roy Hill, Head of Aviation Security, BAA plc.  

During this ISO27001 Certified ISMS Lead Implementer Masterclass, you will learn:

• The importance of securing senior management commitment, and how to sell the project effectively
• The role and structure of an information security policy
• How to determine the scope of your ISMS
• How to structure and manage your ISO27001 project
• How to allocate roles and responsibilities with your ISO27001 implementation
• How to identify information assets and information asset ownership
• How to carry out the information security risk assessment (the core competence of information security management)
• How to identify threats, vulnerabilities and impacts
• The benefits of, and key issues in selecting a risk assessment tool
• The importance of an effective communication strategy
• Writing policies and producing other critical documentation
• The importance of staff and general awareness training
• The key elements of management review
• How to manage and drive continual improvement
• How to prepare for your ISO27001 certification audit
• Key issues in ensuring that you pass the audit first time!

The effective combination of formal training and practical exercises, using practical business examples and case studies, accelerates your ISO27001 project and will save you work, cut time requirements and eliminate 'first time' trial and error.

"Good mix of lecture, individual exercises and group exercises."

- Eric Litt, CISO, General Motors (USA).

This Lead Implementer Masterclas, which is under the personal guidance of Alan Calder or Steve Watkins, enables you to learn everything you need for a successful ISO27001 ISMS implementation.

"Excellent + enjoyable. Presenters were masters of their subject and imparted their knowledge in an easy to understand way. Would recommend to others."  
- David Dawkins, South Gloucestershire Council. Are there entry requirements?

While there are no formal entry requirements, this is a Lead Implementer course, and it assumes that delegates have a basic knowledge of ISO27001, the Information Security Management Standard - gained through practical experience, reading or through attendance at any course such as the ISO27001 ISMS Foundations one-day course. There is a special package price for those who wish to attend both courses.

"Thoroughly enjoyed it. Materials & presentations far better than the BSI course 4/5 years ago."

Peter Wilson, Information Governance Manager, Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust The importance of Certification

This course prepares delegates for an examination which is taken on the last day of a three-day training programme. Successful candidates will be awarded the Certified ISMS Lead Implementer (CIS LI) qualification issued by the exam body, gasq and approved by the International Board for IT Governance Qualifications.

Qualifications that are certified by accredited and respected organisations are becoming an essential requirement of any IT governance professional. With an ever increasing demand for information security staff, employers offer enhanced career opportunities to candidates who have certified qualifications and relevant experience.