ISO/IEC 27701 Lead Auditor
Lead and manage audits of Privacy Information Management Systems (PIMS) in accordance with ISO/IEC 27701. This course prepares professionals to assess compliance with privacy frameworks and data protection obligations.
Course Overview
This training enables participants to plan, conduct, and manage internal and external audits for PIMS. The course is aligned with ISO 19011 and ISO/IEC 17021-1 and includes hands-on exercises to simulate audit scenarios, evaluate privacy controls, and lead audit teams effectively. Completion of the course and exam qualifies candidates to apply for the “PECB Certified ISO/IEC 27701 Lead Auditor” credential.
Who Should Attend?
Privacy auditors and lead auditors
Consultants managing data protection programs
Technical experts conducting privacy-related audits
Compliance officers overseeing privacy frameworks
Learning Objectives
Understand the framework and components of a PIMS
Apply audit techniques in line with ISO 19011 and ISO/IEC 17021-1
Evaluate privacy controls and identify nonconformities
Lead audits and manage audit teams effectively
Course Agenda (5 Days)
Day 1: Introduction to PIMS and ISO/IEC 27701 audit principles
Day 2: Audit initiation, roles, and planning
Day 3: Conducting the audit – techniques and tools
Day 4: Reporting, nonconformities, and corrective actions
Day 5: Certification Exam
Examination
Duration: 3 hours
Domains: PIMS audit planning, execution, and reporting
Based on PECB ECP program standards
Certification Pathway
Credential | Experience | Hours | Additional Requirement |
Provisional Lead Auditor | None | None | Sign Code of Ethics |
Lead Auditor | 2 years | 300 hours | Sign Code of Ethics |
General Info
Includes 400+ page training manual and case studies
31 CPD credits awarded
Certification and exam included
One free retake within 12 months
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