ISO/IEC 27701 Lead Auditor Certified SC-27701LAC

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.