ISO 27001
Certification
Taught by the
Trainer Who
Implements and
PenTests It
I'm Shenoy, Founder of reconn, an AI-first cybersecurity solutions and services company and a PECB Certified Trainer with 20+ years in cybersecurity and information security management. If you're serious about certifying in ISO 27001, you're in the right place.
Free 1-hour 1-on-1 session included with every self-study or eLearning package.
About the Trainer
I've held and delivered the ISO 27001 credential for years — first as a hands-on ISMS implementer in critical environments, then as a PECB Certified Trainer. ISO 27001 is the foundation of information security management, and I've applied it in real operational contexts alongside offensive security assessments, threat intelligence programs and penetration testing. When I guide you through this certification, it is based on actual implementation experience and field knowledge — not marketing copy.
Choose Your Certification
Two Certifications.
One Standard.
Both PECB credentials are globally recognized and delivered online. If you choose the self-study or eLearning option, a free 1-hour live 1-on-1 session directly with me is included to clear your doubts before the exam.
Lead Implementer
You'll be able to build and run an Information Security Management System from initiation to certification — not just understand the standard.
Course Facts
- Duration
- 5 days (4 training + 1 exam)
- CPD Credits
- 31 on completion
- Validity
- 3 yr certification valid
- Exam Format
- Open book, multiple-choice
Who It's For
- IT security managers and GRC professionals
- Compliance and information security officers
- Consultants advising on ISMS implementation
- Executives responsible for information security governance
Pricing via reconn
Lead Auditor
You'll be able to plan, manage and lead audits of Information Security Management Systems — not just participate in them.
Course Facts
- Duration
- 5 days (4 training + 1 exam)
- CPD Credits
- 31 on completion
- Validity
- 3 yr certification valid
- Exam Format
- Open book, multiple-choice
Who It's For
- Internal and external auditors
- ISO 9001 or ISO 42001 auditors expanding into infosec
- Certification body professionals
- Independent information security advisors
Pricing via reconn
Decision Guide
Which Certification
Is Right for You?
| Lead Implementer | Lead Auditor | |
|---|---|---|
| You want to… | Build and manage an ISMS inside your organization | Audit Information Security Management Systems independently |
| Best for… | IT security managers, GRC professionals, compliance officers, consultants | Auditors, certification body professionals, independent advisors |
| Start here if… | You are new to ISO 27001 | You already have hands-on ISMS implementation experience |
| Combine both? | Most consultants and advisors hold both | Significantly raises your market value |
If you're unsure, Lead Implementer first is almost always the right call. Implementation knowledge makes you a considerably better auditor.
The Lead Implementer + Lead Auditor bundle is available directly via reconn.io. Many practitioners hold both credentials — it's the fastest way to cover every angle of ISO 27001 and maximize your market value.
Private Mentorship
Want 1-on-1 Guidance?
Work Directly With Me.
Not everyone learns best from self-paced materials alone. If you want structured, personal guidance through your ISO 27001 certification journey, I offer private live online sessions in the evenings (GST) that fit around your schedule, wherever you are in the world.
This is not a group class. It's a direct session with me, tailored to exactly where you are and what you need.
- Live 1-on-1 online sessions in the evenings, scheduled around your timezone
- ISO 27001 clause-by-clause walkthroughs with real-world ISMS implementation context
- Annex A controls deep-dives — selection, applicability, evidence and implementation
- Exam prep: risk assessment scenarios, gap analysis and study plan tailored to your pace
- Career positioning for information security and GRC roles
Every self-study and eLearning purchase via reconn.io includes a complimentary 1-hour live session with me to clear your doubts on the standard before your exam.
Most people who reach out to me already know they need ISO 27001. What they want is clarity: which certification to start with, how to approach the risk assessment, which Annex A controls actually matter for their context, and what the exam is really testing.
My sessions are based on real ISMS implementations and security assessments in live environments. I'll draw directly from that experience to walk you through situations you'll face in your exam and in your work.
Whether you've already enrolled via reconn.io or you're still deciding, get in touch. I respond personally to every message.
Why This Trainer is Different
Every ISO 27001 Domain.
Taught from Actual Practice.
Most ISO 27001 trainers teach the standard as a document. I teach it as a working system — because I've built, operated and tested the controls that sit behind every clause. I come from offensive security, threat intelligence and 20+ years of hands-on security operations, and I apply all of that directly to every domain covered by ISO 27001.
When we work through Annex A controls in our sessions, I don't just explain what each control requires. I walk you through how it is actually implemented in a real organization, what tools and services are used to enforce it, how it is monitored on an ongoing basis, and what a failure looks like from an attacker's perspective. That combination of implementation depth and offensive knowledge is what separates this training from a policy walkthrough.
Every domain below is an area I work in operationally — not just certify against. That is what you get when you prepare for ISO 27001 with me.
Further Reading
Go Deeper.
Read Before You Decide.
Four detailed guides written by me. Exam formats, clause breakdowns, career data and study strategy — all from someone who's sat the exams and delivers the training.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common Questions
About ISO 27001 Certification
Questions I get asked regularly, answered directly. If yours isn't here, WhatsApp or email me.
What is ISO 27001 and who needs it?
ISO/IEC 27001:2022 is the world's leading international standard for Information Security Management Systems (ISMS). It provides a systematic framework for managing the security of information assets through risk assessment, Annex A controls implementation, and continual improvement. Any organization that handles sensitive data — regardless of size or sector — benefits from it. Those responsible for information security, GRC, compliance or IT security typically lead its implementation and audit.
What's the difference between Lead Implementer and Lead Auditor?
Lead Implementer is about building and running an ISMS inside your organization — scoping, risk assessment, controls selection and management system operation. Lead Auditor is about independently assessing and auditing ISMS in any organization using ISO 19011 methodology. If you work in IT security, GRC or compliance inside an organization, start with Lead Implementer. If you're an auditor or external consultant, Lead Auditor may be your primary goal — though most experienced practitioners hold both.
How much does ISO 27001 certification cost?
Via reconn.io, self-study starts at $799 with 2 exam attempts included. eLearning, which includes PECB pre-recorded video content via the MyPECB portal, is $899. Both formats include a complimentary free 1-hour live 1-on-1 session with me before your exam. If you're doing both certifications, the bundle offer is available directly at reconn.io.
Is the ISO 27001 exam open book?
Yes. Both the Lead Implementer and Lead Auditor exams are open-book and multiple-choice. You can use the standard itself, your notes and a dictionary. The exam is scenario-based, so you need to apply your knowledge to practical situations rather than recall definitions. That's why the 1-on-1 prep session matters: we work through actual scenarios, not flashcards.
How long does it take to get ISO 27001 certified?
The course is structured as 4 training days plus 1 exam day. With self-study, candidates typically take 4 to 6 weeks to work through the material before sitting the exam, depending on how much prior GRC or information security experience they have. The free 1-hour 1-on-1 session helps you identify exactly what to focus on in the final preparation period.
What does the free 1-on-1 session include?
It's a 1-hour live online session with me, scheduled around your timezone in the evenings (Gulf Standard Time). We use it however you need: clause clarification, Annex A controls in context, exam strategy, risk assessment scenarios, gap analysis or a direct conversation about how to apply the standard in your specific organization. It's not a slide walkthrough — it's based on what you actually need.
Should I do Lead Implementer or Lead Auditor first?
Lead Implementer first, almost always. Implementation knowledge gives you context that makes you a significantly better auditor. You'll understand what a well-run ISMS actually looks like from the inside — which is precisely what Lead Auditor exam scenarios test. The exception is if you already have hands-on ISMS implementation experience from real projects. Message me if you're unsure and I'll give you a straight answer based on your background.
Is there a bundle offer for both certifications?
Yes. The ISO 27001 Lead Implementer + Lead Auditor bundle is available directly via reconn.io. Many consultants, GRC professionals and security advisors hold both credentials — it's the most complete way to cover ISO 27001 from both the implementation and audit perspective. The bundle link is on the reconn.io product page. WhatsApp or email me if you have any questions before enrolling.
Still have a question? WhatsApp me directly or email [email protected]. I respond personally.