ISO 55001: 2024 Lead Auditor Training
Comprehensive understanding of ISO/IEC 27701:2019 and its role in extending an Information Security Management System to include privacy and Personally Identifiable Information (PII) controls
In-depth knowledge of how ISO 27701 integrates with ISO/IEC 27001 and supports global privacy governance frameworks
Advanced principles of auditing based on internationally recognized standards, including risk-based auditing, evidence-based evaluation, and continual improvement
Understanding the roles, responsibilities, and competencies required of a lead auditor in a Privacy Information Management System (PIMS)
Planning, establishing, and managing a complete PIMS audit program, including scope definition, objectives, criteria, and audit scheduling
Leading audit teams effectively, including assigning responsibilities, coordinating activities, and ensuring consistent audit execution
Conducting Stage 1 (documentation review and readiness assessment) and Stage 2 (implementation evaluation) audits
Evaluating the effectiveness of privacy controls for both PII controllers and PII processors across organizational processes
Applying audit techniques such as interviews, sampling, observation, and document review to gather reliable audit evidence
Identifying nonconformities, risks, systemic weaknesses, and opportunities for improvement within the privacy management system
Ensuring compliance with applicable legal, regulatory, and contractual privacy obligations (such as GDPR-aligned requirements)
Preparing clear, structured, and professional audit reports suitable for senior management and certification bodies
Communicating audit findings effectively, including presenting nonconformities and recommending corrective actions
Managing corrective action processes, including root cause analysis, validation, and verification of effectiveness
Conducting follow-up audits to confirm closure of findings and sustained compliance
Demonstrating leadership, independence, objectivity, and ethical conduct throughout the audit lifecycle
Driving continual improvement of the organization’s privacy management system and strengthening overall data protection maturity
