Course Description
Mastering Information Security Controls and Best Practices
The ISO/IEC 27002 Foundation Certification is a globally relevant professional credential designed to develop, validate, and recognize foundational knowledge of information security controls and best practices based on the ISO/IEC 27002 international standard.
This certification provides professionals with a structured understanding of how information security controls are designed, implemented, and managed to protect organizational information assets. It focuses on practical security measures, control objectives, and implementation guidance that support confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information.
The ISO/IEC 27002 Foundation Certification goes beyond general security awareness by equipping professionals with the ability to understand, interpret, and apply information security controls across te
Why ISO/IEC 27002 Foundation Certification from GIPMC?
ISO/IEC 27002 is the globally recognized reference standard that provides detailed guidance on information security controls, widely used to support ISO/IEC 27001 implementation, risk treatment, and security governance.
Key Advantages
- Based on internationally accepted information security control guidance
- Vendor-neutral and technology-independent
- Practical focus on control implementation and operation
- Supports ISO/IEC 27001, risk management, and compliance initiatives
- Applicable across all industries handling sensitive or regulated information
This certification is designed to support professionals at different stages of their information security and compliance journey.
Market Relevance
As organizations face increasing cyber threats, regulatory pressure, and third-party security expectations, demand for professionals with strong control-level security knowledge continues to grow.
- 40–55% improvement in control implementation effectiveness reported by organizations using ISO/IEC 27002-aligned practices
- 65–80% employer preference for information security professionals with ISO/IEC 27002 knowledge
- 30–45% reduction in control-related audit findings through structured application of ISO/IEC 27002 guidance
- 2x higher success rate in ISMS certification and surveillance audits when ISO/IEC 27002 controls are well understood
(Based on aggregated global cybersecurity, audit, and information security management trends.)
These figures demonstrate why ISO/IEC 27002-based control knowledge is a critical skill in modern security environments.
Who Should Pursue ISO/IEC 27002 Foundation Certification? (Target Audience)
The ISO/IEC 27002 Foundation Certification is suitable for professionals involved in information security, IT operations, governance, and compliance, including:
- Information Security and Cybersecurity Professionals
- ISMS and ISO/IEC 27001 Team Members
- IT Managers and System Administrators
- Risk, Compliance, and GRC Professionals
- Internal Auditors and Control Owners
- Business and Process Owners handling sensitive data
- Professionals seeking a structured introduction to security controls
Across industries, this certification provides a common language and framework for understanding information security controls.
Detailed Learning Outcomes
By earning the ISO/IEC 27002 Foundation Certification, candidates demonstrate the ability to:
1. Fundamentals of Information Security
- Information security objectives and principles
- Confidentiality, integrity, and availability (CIA)
- Role of controls in reducing security risk
2. Overview of ISO/IEC 27002 Standard
- Purpose, scope, and structure of ISO/IEC 27002
- Relationship with ISO/IEC 27001 and other standards
- Control-based approach to information security
3. Information Security Control Framework
- Control objectives and categories
- Organizational, people, physical, and technological controls
- Applying controls based on risk
4. Organizational Information Security Controls
- Policies, roles, and responsibilities
- Governance and accountability structures
- Information security management practices
5. People-Related Security Controls
- Human resource security principles
- Awareness, training, and competence
- Managing insider and human-related risks
6. Physical and Environmental Security Controls
- Secure areas and physical access controls
- Protection of facilities and equipment
- Environmental threat mitigation
7. Technological Security Controls
- Access control and identity management
- Network and system security principles
- Secure configuration and system use
8. Asset Management and Information Handling
- Identifying and classifying information assets
- Information labeling and handling requirements
- Protecting information throughout its lifecycle
9. Operations Security Controls
- Secure operational procedures
- Monitoring, logging, and change management
- Managing vulnerabilities and threats
10. Incident Management and Response Controls
- Information security incident concepts
- Detection, reporting, and response processes
- Learning from security incidents
11. Supplier and Third-Party Security Controls
- Managing information security in supplier relationships
- Third-party risk considerations
- Contractual and oversight controls
12. Business Continuity and Resilience Controls
- Information security aspects of business continuity
- Backup, recovery, and resilience concepts
- Ensuring availability of critical information
13. Continual Improvement and Control Monitoring
- Monitoring control effectiveness
- Supporting audits and assessments
- Improving controls over time
Professional and Career Benefits
ISO/IEC 27002 Foundation certified professionals are recognized for their ability to:
- Understand and apply information security control best practices
- Support ISO/IEC 27001 implementation and maintenance
- Reduce security control gaps and audit findings
- Improve organizational security posture
- Communicate security requirements across technical and business teams
The certification supports career development into roles such as:
- Information Security Analyst
- ISMS or Security Coordinator
- IT Security or Operations Specialist
- Risk and Compliance Analyst
- Internal Audit or Control Support Professional
Certification Validity & Renewal
The ISO/IEC 27002 Foundation Certification is valid for a defined period from the date of award, as specified by the certification body.
Renewal is designed to:
- Maintain professional credibility
- Ensure alignment with evolving information security controls
- Protect the long-term value of the certification
Timely renewal allows professionals to retain active certification status without interruption.
