ISO 27001 training isn’t just for auditors or security consultants. Indeed, many roles need baseline knowledge of the Standard. If you help to protect information, support audits or manage suppliers, you will benefit.
Foundation training teaches you the structure of an ISMS (information security management system), the core requirements in ISO/IEC 27001:2022 and what the Annex A controls cover in practice.
It’s short, accessible and accredited, you can study in person or online, and there’s an exam and a recognised certificate on completion.
What the Foundation course covers
- The ISO 27001:2022 framework and key clauses.
- Core ISMS concepts – scope, context, risk, controls, assurance.
- How risk assessment and treatment work.
- What the Annex A controls cover at a high level.
- How certification audits are structured and what good evidence looks like.
Outcomes
- Shared language across IT, security, audit and operations.
- Confidence to support an ISMS project or certification audit.
- An accredited certificate for your CV and LinkedIn.
Who needs ISO 27001 Foundation training?
1. IT administrators moving into GRC
Many IT admins now straddle operations and governance. They keep systems running, but must also evidence control. Job ads reflect this shift: around 15% of UK cyber roles now ask for ISO 27001 knowledge. Foundation training provides the entry point.
Motivations
- Pivot from technical operations into compliance and assurance.
- Broaden remit – configuration plus policy, risk and audit support.
- Prepare for analyst, consultant or ISMS manager roles.
How Foundation training helps
- Maps day-to-day tasks to ISO 27001 controls and evidence.
- Explains risk terms so you can discuss likelihood and impact with confidence.
- Shows how to scope assets, suppliers and Cloud services in the ISMS.
- Sets you up for Implementer or Auditor training when ready.
Typical signs you need it
- You are asked to “provide evidence for the audit”.
- You are writing or maintaining policies without a clear model.
- You must answer client security questionnaires and need a common framework.
2. SME managers leading certification
Without ISO 27001, contracts can be at risk: many SMEs (small and medium-sized enterprises) face supply-chain pressure, especially as larger customers want proof of security. In smaller organisations in particular, managers wear many hats – operations, IT, quality and security. Foundation training provides a fast, structured grounding so you can lead with confidence.
Motivations
- Win and keep contracts that ask for ISO 27001.
- Reduce risk from ad hoc controls and undocumented processes.
- Avoid rework by aligning your practices with the Standard.
How Foundation helps
- Clarifies what “good” looks like for an ISMS.
- Breaks down scope, roles, risk and control selection in plain terms.
- Helps you brief the board and set realistic implementation plans.
- Equips you to manage suppliers and evidence due diligence.
Typical signs you need it
- Tenders or managed service agreements ask for ISO 27001 or equivalent.
- Clients push detailed security questionnaires.
- Your team has security tasks but no cohesive framework.
3. Internal auditors upskilling
Internal audit must align with ISO 27001:2022. Many audit plans now include ISMS scope, control maturity and readiness checks. Foundation ensures you can test the right evidence and write findings that map cleanly to the Standard.
Motivations
- Align internal audit with the 2022 revision.
- Support pre-assessment or stage-1 readiness reviews.
- Build assurance over Annex A controls and risk processes.
How Foundation helps
- Covers the clause structure so plans and checklists align with requirements.
- Clarifies what acceptable evidence looks like for each control theme.
- Improves interviews with control owners through shared terminology.
- Supports continuous improvement findings that add value.
Typical signs you need it
- You are planning an ISO 27001 readiness audit.
- You must verify that risk assessment and treatment are effective.
- You need to test supplier controls and information flows.
4. Career-changers
Early-career professionals and career-changers use Foundation to validate knowledge and open doors. It pairs well with entry-level cyber and GRC certificates. It shows hiring managers that you understand governance, not only tools.
Motivations
- Build a credible baseline for job applications.
- Test interest before investing in advanced training.
- Gain a recognised, exam-backed certificate.
How Foundation helps
- Gives you the structure to talk about security beyond technology.
- Demonstrates knowledge of risk, controls and audit in interviews.
- Creates a pathway to Lead Implementer or Lead Auditor.
Typical signs you need it
- You are moving from IT support, operations or projects into cyber or GRC.
- You have technical certs and want governance on your CV.
- Recruiters ask about ISO frameworks or “ISMS experience”.
5. Compliance and risk managers
Compliance and risk teams must turn legal and contractual duties into practical controls. ISO 27001 provides that control system. Foundation aligns policy, risk registers and assurance to an internationally recognised framework.
Motivations
- Lead internal policy, third-party risk and assurance with a single model.
- Translate requirements into implementable, auditable controls.
- Coordinate with IT and operations using shared language.
How Foundation helps
- Explains how to build and maintain a risk-based control set.
- Links control objectives to policy, procedures and metrics.
- Clarifies audit trails, records and management review inputs.
- Supports alignment with other frameworks and questionnaires.
Typical signs you need it
- You manage supplier due diligence or security clauses in contracts.
- You run risk committees but lack a unifying control framework.
- You need to harmonise ISO 27001 with existing policies or standards.
Quick self-check: is Foundation right for you?
Answer “yes” to any of the below and the course is likely a fit.
- You will support an ISO 27001 project within 12 months.
- You need to speak credibly to clients, auditors or your board about the ISMS.
- You handle security evidence, risk logs or policy updates.
- You want a recognised credential to aid promotion or a career pivot.
- You are choosing between frameworks and need a common baseline.
Why choose IT Governance?
- Specialist pedigree. Developed by the team behind the world’s first certified ISO 27001 implementation.
- Accredited outcome. Course includes the IBITGQ-accredited ISO 27001:2022 CIS F (Certified ISMS Foundation) exam.
- Flexible delivery. Live online, classroom or self-paced – learn your way.
- Focused and efficient. Short format, clear scope, practical examples.
- Low risk. Pass first time or train again for free.
Book your ISO 27001 Foundation training
Book Certified ISO 27001:2022 ISMS Foundation training today and build the skills to advance your career or support your organisation’s certification journey.
- Discover how ISO 27001 works and why it matters.
- Perfect for beginners, compliance teams and internal auditors.
- Includes an IBITGQ-certified online exam – which you can take again for free if you don’t pass first time.
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