ISO 27001: Information Security Lead Auditor Certificate (Review)
This reminds me of the busiest summer vacation in 2015.
What is ISO 27001 certificate?
ISO stands for the International Organization for Standardization. The ISO 27001 certificate evaluates whether an organization or individual can effectively establish, implement, maintain, and improve an ISMS(Information Security Management System). It tests knowledge on how to manage risks related to the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of data.
What is the exam like?
- Format: A mix of multiple choice and scenario based questions. (Mine was 100% essay questions)
- Duration: Usually between 2 to 3 hours. (I was given 2 hours)
- Number of Questions: Typically ranges from 40 to 80 questions.
Personal Insight: Cybersecurity exams were known just as memorizing concept and multiple choices but ISO 27001 was little bit different. I had to write a lot of statements showing that I actually understood the concepts.
- Study Materials: Most candidates attend a 5 day intensive training program. You can also study using the official ISO 27001:2022 standard documents or online courses on platforms like Udemy.
Exam cost
The total cost, including training and exam fees, usually falls between $500 and $1,500. Lead Auditor certifications are generally more expensive due to the depth of the material. In my case, it was cheaper because I took it through my university.