The ISO/IEC 27701 Lead Auditor Certified
certification evaluates the skills and knowledge required to lead and conduct audits of Privacy Information Management Systems (PIMS) in accordance with ISO/IEC 27701, as well as its integration with ISO/IEC 27001 and ISO/IEC 27002.
Key Skills Evaluated:
Understanding Privacy Information Management Systems (PIMS) Comprehensive knowledge of the requirements and controls in ISO/IEC 27701. Understanding the relationship between ISO/IEC 27701, ISO/IEC 27001, and ISO/IEC 27002.
Audit Principles and Processes Knowledge of ISO 19011: Guidelines for auditing management systems. Application of audit principles, preparation, execution, and reporting processes.
Audit Planning Developing an audit plan for a PIMS, including defining scope, objectives, and criteria. Risk assessment and scheduling of audits.
Conducting PIMS Audits Leading opening and closing meetings. Conducting document reviews, interviews, and on-site assessments. Evaluating the implementation and effectiveness of privacy-related controls.
Risk-Based Auditing Identifying privacy-related risks and assessing controls for mitigating them. Evaluating compliance with legal, regulatory, and contractual requirements.
Assessing Roles and Responsibilities Reviewing the responsibilities of data controllers and processors. Verifying the alignment of organizational roles, such as Data Protection Officers (DPOs), with ISO/IEC 27701.
Reporting and Follow-Up Writing comprehensive audit reports highlighting nonconformities and opportunities for improvement. Developing corrective action plans and ensuring their follow-up.
Integration with Other Management Systems Auditing PIMS in organizations that have integrated management systems (e.g., ISO 27001, ISO 9001, or ISO 22301).
Regulatory and Legal Compliance Evaluating compliance with privacy laws such as GDPR, CCPA, or other relevant regulations. Ensuring alignment with organizational privacy policies and procedures.
Leadership and Communication Leading and managing audit teams effectively. Communicating findings to stakeholders, including senior management, in a clear and concise manner.
