The PECB ISO/IEC 27002 Foundation course introduces participants to the fundamental concepts of information security, cybersecurity, privacy, and the implementation of information security controls based on ISO/IEC 27002.
The course helps participants understand how organizations can select and apply information security controls to protect their information assets and support the treatment of information security risks.
It also explains the relationship between ISO/IEC 27002, ISO/IEC 27001, and other information security standards and regulatory frameworks. Participants will become familiar with the four main categories of ISO/IEC 27002 controls: organizational, people, physical, and technological controls.
This course is suitable for:
- Managers and consultants seeking foundational knowledge of information security controls
- Professionals involved in or responsible for information security management
- Members of information security or ISMS teams
- Individuals seeking to understand the main processes of an Information Security Management System
- Professionals interested in starting a career in information security
There are no prerequisites for participating in this course.
This is a fully self-paced PECB Self-Study package. You can study according to your own schedule using official PECB digital course materials, practical examples, exercises, and quizzes.
The official study materials are provided directly through the myPECB platform and are not hosted on the CertiBanks website.
Important: Create Your PECB Account
Before purchasing or requesting activation, please create a free PECB Member Account through the official myPECB portal.
Your PECB account is required for course enrollment, access to the official study materials, examination scheduling, examination results, and the certificate application.
How the Process Works
- Create your PECB Member Account through the official myPECB platform.
- Purchase the package from CertiBanks.
- Provide us with your full name, PECB account email address, and preferred course language.
- CertiBanks will register you for the official PECB ISO/IEC 27002 Foundation Self-Study course.
- Once registration is completed, the official course materials will become available in your myPECB dashboard.
- Study the course materials and complete the exercises and quizzes at your own pace.
- Schedule and take your PECB ISO/IEC 27002 Foundation examination through the PECB platform.
- After passing the examination, submit your certificate application through your myPECB account.
What This Package Includes
- Official PECB ISO/IEC 27002 Foundation Self-Study enrollment
- More than 200 pages of official digital course materials
- Practical information and examples
- Exercises and quizzes
- First PECB examination attempt
- One free examination retake in case of failure
- Certificate application fee
- Course completion attestation with 14 CPD credits
- Eligibility to claim the applicable PECB digital badge after obtaining the certificate
- Registration, activation, and general guidance from the CertiBanks team
PECB confirms that the course includes more than 200 pages of training materials, certificate and examination fees, a course completion attestation worth 14 CPD credits, and one free examination retake in case of failure.
Examination and Certificate Information
The package includes the first examination attempt and one free retake.
For this Self-Study package, the examination cycle, including the first attempt and free retake, must be completed within 12 months of the package purchase date.
The examination evaluates the candidate’s knowledge across the following competency domains:
- Fundamental principles and concepts of information security, cybersecurity, and privacy
- Information security controls based on ISO/IEC 27002
Foundation examinations are generally multiple-choice and closed-book. The official PECB course brochure lists the ISO/IEC 27002 Foundation examination duration as one hour.
The exact examination format, available languages, and scheduling options are determined by PECB and can be reviewed through the PECB platform when scheduling the examination.
After successfully passing the examination, you can apply for the:
PECB Certificate Holder in ISO/IEC 27002 Foundation
This is a foundation-level certificate that demonstrates general knowledge of ISO/IEC 27002 information security controls.
No previous professional experience, management system audit experience, or information security project experience is required.
Candidates must:
- Complete the applicable PECB ISO/IEC 27002 Foundation course
- Pass the PECB ISO/IEC 27002 Foundation examination
- Submit the certificate application through myPECB
- Agree to follow the PECB Code of Ethics
Course Delivery Format
This package is fully self-paced and does not include scheduled live classes or prerecorded training videos.
You can access the official digital course materials through your myPECB account and study according to your own schedule and availability.
The two-day course agenda represents the structure and estimated content of the training. It does not require attendance on specific dates.
The course generally covers:
- Introduction to ISO/IEC 27002
- Fundamental information security concepts
- Cybersecurity and privacy concepts
- Purpose and structure of ISO/IEC 27002
- Relationship between ISO/IEC 27001 and ISO/IEC 27002
- Relationship with other standards and regulatory frameworks
- Understanding information security risks and controls
- Selecting controls based on organizational requirements
- Organizational information security controls
- Information security policies
- Roles and responsibilities
- Asset management and information classification
- Access control and identity management
- Supplier and cloud service security
- Information security incident management
- People-related information security controls
- Security awareness, education, and training
- Responsibilities before, during, and after employment
- Physical information security controls
- Protection of facilities, equipment, and physical assets
- Technological information security controls
- Authentication, cryptography, malware protection, and backups
- Network security and secure development
- Monitoring and reviewing information security controls
- Preparation for the PECB ISO/IEC 27002 Foundation examination
Course and examination language availability may vary. Please confirm your preferred course language before activation.
Any language change requested after enrollment will be subject to PECB approval and availability.
Need Help?
CertiBanks will support you with package registration, activation, and general guidance throughout the process.
The official study materials, examination scheduling, examination results, and certificate application are accessed and managed through your myPECB account.
Before Purchasing
Please create your free myPECB account before placing your order.
Your official course materials, examination services, results, and certificate application will be available through your myPECB account.