Information security · ISO/IEC 27001
ISO/IEC 27001 Foundation Certification: prove you know how an ISMS works
Show employers and clients that you understand ISO/IEC 27001, the international standard for information security management systems, and how organizations apply it.
- 40questions
- 60minutes
- 2attempts
ISO/IEC 27001 Foundation Certification (I27001F™)
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What the ISO/IEC 27001 Foundation Certification (I27001F™) certifies
ISO/IEC 27001, Information security management systems — Requirements, is the international standard for establishing, implementing, maintaining and continually improving an information security management system (ISMS). The CertiProf ISO/IEC 27001 Foundation Certification (I27001F™) proves that you understand its principles, concepts and requirements, aligned with the current edition of the standard. It costs USD 150 and includes two exam attempts.
The knowledge behind an ISMS
The program follows the current edition of ISO/IEC 27001, so what you learn stays relevant.
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Information security principles
Confidentiality, integrity and availability, and why they matter to any organization.
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The ISO/IEC 27000 family
How ISO/IEC 27001 relates to the other standards in the family.
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Management system requirements
What the standard asks an organization to define, do, measure and improve.
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Information security risk
How risks are identified, assessed and treated.
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The role of security controls
How organizations select and justify the controls they apply.
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Audits and certification
Internal audit, management review and how organizations get certified.
How the I27001F™ exam works
- Format
- Multiple choice
- Questions
- 40
- Passing score
- 32 of 40 (80%)
- Duration
- 60 minutes
- Languages
- English and Spanish
- Delivery
- Online, no proctor
- Scheduling
- Not required
- Attempts
- 2 (one free retake)
- Prerequisites
- None
- Validity
- 3 years
- Credential
- Certificate + digital badge via BadgeClaimed (Open Badges 3.0)
- Standard
- Current edition of ISO/IEC 27001
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- IT and security staff
- Compliance and risk teams
- Future internal and lead auditors
- Project and IT managers
- Consultants
- Students and career changers
ISO and ISO/IEC 27001 are standards of the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC). CertiProf is an independent certification body and is not affiliated with ISO or IEC.
Questions about the I27001F™
Short answers before you buy.
What is ISO/IEC 27001?
ISO/IEC 27001, Information security management systems — Requirements, is the international standard that sets the requirements for an information security management system (ISMS).
What does the ISO/IEC 27001 Foundation Certification cover?
The principles, concepts and requirements of ISO/IEC 27001, how an ISMS is built and run, information security risk, and how organizations select controls and get certified.
Is the certification updated when the standard changes?
Yes. The certification follows the current edition of ISO/IEC 27001, so the exam stays aligned with the standard.
Do I need experience or a course first?
No. The I27001F™ is a foundation-level certification with no prerequisites. You can prepare on your own and take the exam when you are ready.
How do I receive the exam?
Your access code (voucher) is emailed immediately after purchase. If you don't see it, check your spam or junk folder. Any questions? Reach us through our support channels.
How many attempts do I get?
Two. Every purchase includes one free retake, which you can use whenever you are ready.
Which languages are available?
The exam is available in English and Spanish. Choose the language when you buy.
Does this certify my company?
No. The I27001F™ certifies you as a professional. Organizations are certified against ISO/IEC 27001 by an accredited certification body after an external audit.
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USD 150, two attempts and an exam in English or Spanish. Your voucher arrives by email right after purchase.
