The ISO/IEC 27035 Lead Incident Manager training course equips participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to support organizations in establishing and implementing a process for managing information security incidents. This training course is based on the ISO/IEC 27035 series and other good practices of incident management and covers the entire incident lifecycle, from incident planning to post-incident activities. In addition, participants will also learn about the role of key stakeholders and the importance of working with other organizations to handle information security incidents.

Why Should You Attend?

Whether deliberate or accidental, information security incidents are almost inevitable in the digital age, impacting organizations of all sizes and sectors. Learning to navigate the complexities of information security incident detection, assessment, response, and reporting allows participants to assist organizations in ensuring the safety of their information and reducing negative business consequences.

This training course aligns with ISO/IEC 27001, ISO/IEC 27005, and other standards in the ISO/IEC 27000 series and provides practical guidance on information security.

Upon completing the course and its exam, participants can apply for the “PECB Certified ISO/IEC 27035 Lead Incident Manager” credential, showcasing their proficiency in strategically and effectively managing and mitigating information security incidents.

Who Should Attend?

This training course is intended for:

• Managers or consultants seeking to expand their knowledge of information security incident management
• Professionals seeking to establish and manage effective incident response teams (IRTs)
• IT professionals and information security risk managers seeking to enhance their knowledge in information security incident management
• Members of incident response teams
• Incident response coordinators or other roles with responsibilities for incident handling and response 

Learning Objectives

By the end of this training course, you will be able to:

• Explain the fundamental principles of incident management
• Develop and implement effective incident response plans tailored to the organization’s needs and select an incident response team
• Conduct thorough risk assessments to identify potential threats and vulnerabilities within an organization
• Apply good practices from various international standards to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of incident response efforts
• Conduct post-incident analysis and identify lessons learned

Educational Approach

• This training course combines theoretical concepts with best practices for implementing an information security incident management process.
• The training course contains essay-type exercises and multiple-choice quizzes, some of which are scenario-based.
• The participants are encouraged to collaborate and engage in meaningful discussions with fellow learners while tackling quizzes and exercises.
• The quiz format closely mirrors that of the certification exam, ensuring participants are well-prepared for their exam.

Prerequisites

The main requirement for participating in this training course is having a general knowledge of incident management processes, information security principles, and the ISO/IEC 27000 family of standards.