Introduction:

ISO 27001:2022 is the internationally recognized standard for establishing, implementing, maintaining, and continually improving an Information Security Management System (ISMS). It provides a structured, risk-based approach to protecting information assets, ensuring confidentiality, integrity, and availability. This training program is designed in alignment with ISO 27001:2022 and international best practices. It equips participants with the knowledge and tools needed to build a resilient ISMS that supports organizational goals, regulatory compliance, and long-term information security.

Program Objectives:

By the end of this program, participants will be able to:

• Understand the structure, principles, and purpose of ISO 27001:2022 and the ISMS framework.

• Identify information assets, threats, vulnerabilities, and associated risks.

• Develop policies and procedures to safeguard sensitive data and critical systems.

• Implement appropriate controls based on Annex A of ISO 27001:2022.

• Prepare for external audits and maintain ongoing compliance with the standard.

Target Audience:

• Information Security Managers and Cybersecurity Teams.

• IT Managers and Systems Administrators.

• Risk and Compliance Officers.

• Internal Auditors and Governance Professionals.

• Quality Managers and Data Protection Officers.

• Management Representatives involved in ISMS implementation.

Program Outline:

Unit 1:

Introduction to ISO 27001:2022 and Information Security Principles:

• Core concepts of Information Security Management Systems (ISMS).

• Overview of the ISO 27001:2022 structure and Annex SL alignment.

• Principles of confidentiality, integrity, and availability (CIA triad).

• Determining organizational context and interested parties.

• Defining the ISMS scope and establishing the information security policy.

Unit 2:

Risk Assessment and Control Selection:

• Risk assessment and treatment methodology.

• Identifying assets, threats, vulnerabilities, and impact.

• Setting risk acceptance criteria.

• Developing a risk treatment plan.

• Selecting appropriate controls based on Annex A (aligned with 2022 updates).

Unit 3:

Planning, Support, and Documentation:

• Roles, responsibilities, and authorization within the ISMS.

• Competence management and awareness programs.

• Required documentation and control of documented information.

• Communication processes related to information security.

• Incident response planning and emergency preparedness.

Unit 4:

Operation, Monitoring, and Continual Improvement:

• Implementing controls and securing operational environments.

• Monitoring and measuring ISMS performance.

• Conducting internal audits under ISO 27001.

• Management review based on performance, risks, and opportunities.

• Corrective actions and system-wide improvement initiatives.

Unit 5:

Implementation Strategy and Certification Readiness:

• Step-by-step roadmap for implementing an ISMS.

• Performing a gap analysis and preparing a project plan.

• Aligning ISO 27001 with other management systems (e.g., ISO 9001, ISO 22301).

• Building a culture of information security within the organization.

• Preparing for external certification audits and maintaining compliance.