Course Outline
Course Title: Lead Auditor – ISMS ISO/IEC 27001:2022
Offered By: Cosmos International Training Institute (CITI)
Duration: 5 Days (40 Hours)
Delivery Mode: Classroom / Virtual Live / Blended / Self-Paced
Assessment Method: Continuous Assessment + Final Examination
Certificate Type: Certificate of Completion issued by Cosmos International Training Institute (CITI)
 
Course Objectives
Participants will gain the competencies to:
• Understand the structure, requirements, and controls of ISO/IEC 27001:2022
• Interpret the Information Security Management System (ISMS) principles
• Plan, conduct, report, and follow up audits in accordance with ISO 19011:2018
• Lead ISMS audit teams and manage all phases of a certification or internal audit
• Evaluate information security risks and compliance controls effectively
 
Course Content & Structure
Day 1: Introduction to ISMS & ISO/IEC 27001:2022
• Basics of Information Security and Cyber Risk
• Overview of ISO/IEC 27001:2022 and ISO/IEC 27002:2022
• Annex SL: High-Level Structure for ISO Management Systems
• Structure and Key Changes in ISO/IEC 27001:2022
• Risk Management and Information Security Context
• Summary of Clauses 4–10 and Annex A Controls
Day 2: Understanding ISO/IEC 27001:2022 Requirements
• Clause 4: Context of the Organization
• Clause 5: Leadership and Information Security Policy
• Clause 6: Planning – Risk Assessment, Objectives, Risk Treatment
• Clause 7: Support – Competence, Communication, Documented Information
• Clause 8: Operation – Implementation of Security Controls
• Clause 9: Performance Evaluation – Monitoring, Audit, Management Review
• Clause 10: Improvement – NCs, CAPAs, and continual improvement
• Overview of Annex A: 93 Security Controls and 4 Themes
Day 3: ISMS Audit Fundamentals & Planning
• Principles and types of audits (1st, 2nd, 3rd party)
• ISO 19011:2018 – Auditing principles and guidelines
• Role of auditors and lead auditors in ISMS audits
• Audit scope, objectives, and criteria
• Planning audits using risk-based approaches
• Preparing audit checklists and programs
Day 4: Conducting and Reporting ISMS Audits
• Opening meetings and communication protocols
• Gathering audit evidence (interviews, documents, systems)
• Observing and testing ISMS controls
• Identifying and categorizing audit findings
• Closing meeting structure and effective reporting
• Writing audit reports and follow-up on corrective actions
Day 5: Mock Audit & Final Examination
• Case Study – Simulated ISMS Audit (Group Exercise)
• Handling challenging situations and conflicts
• Review of key audit concepts
• Written Final Examination (MCQs + Case-based questions)
• Feedback session and closing
 
Assessment Criteria
• Formative: Continuous evaluation through participation, exercises, group activities
• Summative: Final written exam (must pass for certification)
 
Certification Details
• Certificate Title: ISMS ISO/IEC 27001:2022 Lead Auditor – Certificate of Completion
• Issuing Body: Cosmos International Training Institute (CITI)
• Certificate Validity: Lifelong (Refresher recommended every 3–5 years)
 
Disclaimer on Recognition
This course is designed and delivered by Cosmos International Training Institute (CITI), aligned with ISO/IEC 27001:2022 and ISO 19011:2018 frameworks.
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Target Audience
• IT Security Managers, Information Security Officers
• Professionals involved in cybersecurity governance or risk
• Internal Auditors and compliance professionals
• Consultants seeking to perform external or certification audits
 
Prerequisites
• Knowledge of ISO/IEC 27001:2022 standard
• Prior ISMS or IT security experience is beneficial
• English language proficiency for reading standards and exam completion