ISO 27001 Lead Implementer
Build and run an ISO 27001-compliant information security management system end to end — from gap analysis to certification audit. Practical, framework-aligned, and mapped to Greek and EU regulatory expectations.
ISO 27001 Lead Implementer is a 40-hour program that takes you through building and running an information security management system (ISMS) end to end — from initial gap analysis to a successful certification audit. It is one of the most sought-after qualifications in the Greek and European market as regulatory pressure around information security intensifies.
Who this course is for
It suits security and compliance professionals, IT managers, and consultants who will lead or support an ISO 27001 implementation. A general understanding of IT and business processes is helpful; deep technical expertise is not required.
What you will be able to do
You will scope an ISMS, run a gap analysis, conduct risk assessment and treatment, select and implement Annex A controls, produce the required documentation, and prepare the organisation for both internal and certification audits. You will understand how ISO 27001 interacts with the GDPR and with NIS2, which matters greatly for organisations operating in Greece and the EU.
How it is taught
The course is practical and template-driven. You work with real documentation, policies, and risk registers rather than abstract theory, and each phase is mapped to what an auditor will actually look for. Case studies are drawn from Greek and European organisations.
You leave able to lead an ISO 27001 implementation with confidence and to support an organisation through to certification.
Curriculum
ISO 27001 foundations
The standard, its structure, and how certification works.
Scoping & gap analysis
Defining the ISMS scope and assessing the current state.
Risk assessment & treatment
Identifying, evaluating, and treating information security risk.
Annex A controls
Selecting and implementing controls; the Statement of Applicability.
Documentation & policies
Producing the records and policies the standard requires.
Audit readiness
Internal audit, management review, and preparing for certification.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a technical background?
No. The course is aimed at implementation and management. A general grasp of IT and business processes is enough; you do not need to be an engineer.
How does ISO 27001 relate to GDPR and NIS2?
An ISO 27001 ISMS provides much of the control framework that GDPR and NIS2 expect. A dedicated part of the course covers how they overlap and reinforce each other.
Does this lead to a personal certification?
The course prepares you for the Lead Implementer role and the associated personal certification exam offered by certification bodies. We focus on the knowledge and practical capability the exam and the job require.