ISO/IEC 27001:2022 Lead Auditor – Information Security Management Systems (ISMS)
The ISO/IEC 27001:2022 Lead Auditor certification by CQI and IRCA (International Register of Certificated Auditors) is a globally recognized qualification that validates advanced competency in auditing Information Security Management Systems (ISMS).
This intensive program equips professionals with the skills to plan, conduct, report, and follow up audits in accordance with ISO/IEC 19011 and ISO/IEC 17021 guidelines.
As an information security professional, this training strengthened my ability to assess organizational ISMS frameworks, evaluate risks, and verify compliance with ISO 27001 requirements – aligning security practices with business objectives and regulatory expectations.
Category
Information
Security
Issued By
CQI – IRCA
Issue Date
23 Feb 2024
Training Dates
08.01.24 – 16.01.24
Certificate ID
BTIS/C1786/01:0224
CQI-IRCA ID
533472
Curriculum
The training combined theoretical instruction with simulated audit exercises, covering the full audit lifecycle of an ISMS:
Introduction to ISO/IEC 27001:2022 – Purpose, principles, and structure of ISMS.
Context and Leadership – Understanding organizational context, interested parties, and risk-based planning.
Information Security Risk Assessment & Treatment – Asset identification, threat modelling, risk prioritization, and control selection.
Audit Planning and Preparation – Establishing audit scope, objectives, and schedules.
Conducting the Audit – Interviewing, evidence collection, sampling, and on-site/remote audit execution.
Non-Conformity Classification and Reporting – Drafting audit findings, root-cause analysis, and corrective action verification.
Audit Team Leadership – Managing team roles, communication, ethics, and impartiality.
Audit Closing and Follow-up – Evaluating effectiveness of corrective measures and final reporting.
Key Learning Outcomes
Mastered the complete ISMS audit process aligned with ISO 19011.
Learned to lead audit teams and manage complex audit programs.
Understood Annex A controls and their alignment with business risk management.
Enhanced capability to assess confidentiality, integrity, and availability safeguards.
Developed leadership skills for external, supplier, and certification audits.
Conclusion
The ISO/IEC 27001:2022 Lead Auditor certification marks a milestone in my professional journey. It deepened my understanding of ISMS governance, strengthened my audit discipline, and enhanced my ability to ensure organizations maintain secure, compliant, and resilient operations in today’s risk-intensive environment.